Composition can be a tough thing for the beginning filmmaker. Here are a few tips from the photography world on where to compose the horizon with some visual examples. Horizons can be quite divisive, both in terms of composition and opinion. If used correctly, a horizon will either add to a composition or go unnoticed, Read MoreRead More
Steven Benedict explores the themes and style of Steven Spielberg over his career. Via Go Into The StoryRead More
Tom Antos discusses the Rule of Thirds and a basic approach to a two person dialogue scene.Read More
Art Adams considers new ways of approaching the ultra detailed format, shooting in a style that allows the viewer to absorb the details. On a recent visit to Sony Studios I saw a 4K monitor for the first time. For the first time ever I thought to myself, “I hope they hold this shot long Read MoreRead More
Art Adams explains why it may be a better idea to move the equipment rather than moving the actor. On a recent shoot a discussion arose as to whether it was better to move an actor or to move the camera to maintain a composition. The actor kept settling into a position that obscured an Read MoreRead More
In the world of photography, leading lines can help the guide the viewer to an object of interest or create movement in a static image. There’s no reason why the same techniques can’t be applied to motion pictures. Check out this 4 part series on lines in photography. Never underestimate the impact that leading lines Read MoreRead More
Films and Television will always need music. Here are a few tips from Ned Bouhalassa’s composer’s blog (written by Brian Ralston) on starting your music composing career.Read More
Although not the inventor of the expressive close-up, no filmmaker has employed it so prolifically or so effectively as Steven Spielberg. This video essay by Kevin B Lee, focuses on the iconic look of wonder and how Spielberg uses it in his films:
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Vimeo user stillmotion crams a ton of info about focal length and composition in this short 5 minute video about the production of a commercial film for Canon.
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by Videopia: Basic framing and shot composition – in a minute! No point in droning on and on about the Rule of Thirds and all that nonsense, but if you can keep just one idea in mind when setting up your shots, make it this one: Keep it interesting. Framing and Composition from Videopia on Read MoreRead More
