Learn Filmmaking Techniques, Camera Angles & More Tips to Improve Your Cinematic Style

Understanding Backlight

Here is a quick guide to what backlight is and how it works.

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Understanding Image Focus in Digital Video

Here is the basics of image focus in digital video.

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Basics of Focal Length

Here are some of the basics for understanding focal length in digital video.

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The Basics of Depth of Field

Learn some of the basics of how depth of field works and how you can work it.

Published by Shane Burley (63830 pts

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What is Vignetting?

Learn about vignetting in filmmaking, what causes it, and how to use it in your favor.

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The Pros and Cons of Switching to High-Definition Video (HDV)

Itching to switch to high-definition video? You may not be ready yet. Here are issues to consider before taking the plunge.

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Lighting Ratio Formula

Lighting ratios can measure the ratios between the light sources on a set with an incident light meter. For instance, a ratio of 8:1 is equal to a difference of 3 f-stops.

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Reading and Judging Reflected Light

Learn about how reflected light works and how to deal with it in a digital video setting.

Published by Shane Burley (63830 pts

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Tips for Using Wide Shots

Here are some tips for effectively composing a wide shot.

Published by Shane Burley (63830 pts

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Inverse Square Law

What is the Inverse Square Law? When working with lighting, it may also be known as the measurement of light intensity.

Published by label me. (1331 pts

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