Tag: filmmaking tips and tricks
Another creative way to enhance the standard wipe effect in Adobe Premiere Pro CC is by creating a custom mask transition while using an actual object that literally wipes …
Those of you predominantly working with Final Cut Pro X know well how powerful and efficient the software could be even when running on an entry-level Mac. Unfortunately, the …
Producing high-quality video content these days while working on a shoestring budget could be more feasible than you think. If you are considering the opportunity to start your own …
I was a bit surprised to know that some video editors still struggle with finding the optimal approach when it comes to pulling off perfectly smooth and seamless slow-motion …
As any other aspect of filmmaking, video editing can be extremely challenging and very exciting both at the same time. Finding the right pacing of every edit, in particular, is …
With the advent of 4K acquisition and broad adoption of different system-intensive Raw video formats, demands for more storage space are constantly growing especially when it comes to producing high-quality …
Have you ever wondered how you can add some extra punch to your videos with a few random household items? Well, believe it or not, you can do wonders with …
There are many tips and tricks that can save you a lot of time and aggravation on set as the simplest ones are usually the most effective. For instance, you …
Gone are the days when Premiere Pro was just a basic video editor with a bunch of pre-made effects and transitions, and some simple color grading tools on top. …
I’m not quite sure whether it would be a good idea to get a dirt cheap V-Mount battery plate costing just $10 to $15, especially after you have already …
There are so many obstacles that indie filmmakers working on a shoestring budget need to tackle on a day-to-day basis. Fortunately, most of these situations tend to stimulate our …
This is probably one of the coolest and easiest post-production tricks you can do in After Effects CC, especially when you need to deal with a clip with some …
Flying a drone in icy-cold weather could be much more challenging and riskier than it may initially seem. Taking off in weather conditions below the freezing point means significantly …
Transcribing videos can be incredibly tedious and intimidating process (especially on the day before Christmas) that can not only eat up your time and kill your productivity but also cost …
Have you ever wondered whether you could utilize a mirror to light your scenes on set? Actually, it could be your best ally on a variety of outdoor situations, especially when you’re …
Finding paid gigs as a video producer in this highly competitive marketplace could be a bit intimidating, especially for those fellow filmmakers who are just starting out and lack the confidence …
Have you ever taken a video during one of your travels and realized that some moments are better captured on videos than photos? After all, videos are more dynamic, …
That’s one of those tricks that you wish you knew long before you had to spend a fair amount of your hard-earned cash on fancy sliders or other professional dolly systems …
Last week we took a closer look at the DJI Osmo Mobile’s ability to shoot stunning time-lapse and hyper-lapse videos on the go. Now, we’ll focus on some of …
There are many ways to enhance your storytelling and stylize your videos but what a better way to do so than capturing some exciting, impactful slow motion footage. In …
