If you’re a photographer or videographer, there are plenty of times when you need to shoot outside in natural lighting, especially if you’re shooting events and working with musicians, athletes, or other artists. If you’re used to working in a studio, or just growing as a photographer, it can be daunting to shoot outside. It’s frustrating to not have full control over the lighting, but we have some tips to help you adapt to using natural light.
When you’re preparing for a film shoot, it can be tough to know what to wear. If you’re already working with an established company that has a look, then stick with that. Your company’s brand can include what you wear on shoots, so when in doubt, stick with your brand. Additionally when it comes to clothes, you want to wear clothes that you’re comfortable in, especially in the film industry when you’ll be running around with camera equipment all day. If these factors don’t narrow down your options enough, then here are some additional styles and tips for different film shoots.
As a video production business, we know all too well that filming video interviews can be challenging. Whether you’re working on promoting a business, telling someone’s story in a documentary, or crafting an informational video, you want to get the best interview possible. While some clients feel comfortable in front of the camera, most others do not.
If you’re working in film production, studio work can be just as valuable as location work. When you’re on location, it’s often important to adapt and find the best lighting and angles. However if you’re working in the studio, it’s crucial that you craft a quality studio backdrop and lighting setup to make the most out of the space you have.
The shutter speed of a camera is how long your camera’s sensor is exposed to light from your surroundings. Camera’s have blinds, or “shutters” that block the light from going into the camera sensor. When you go to take a picture or a video, your camera’s shutter will open to let in light and capture that image.
It’s easy to get caught up trying to convince customers to buy your product, advertising to everyone. Instead of trying to force a connection with every customer, focus on creating advertisements that reflect your business’ goals, strengths, and attitudes. This strategy should help you find customers that are compatible with your brand.
As we mentioned in part one of this blog, a key part to working in videography or photography is knowing your camera. Obviously there is a lot that goes into visual art and it’s important to pay attention to framing and subject matter, but before you start focusing on what to shoot with your camera, you want to know how to shoot with your camera.
A key part to working in videography or photography is knowing your camera. Obviously there is a lot that goes into it, and it’s also important to pay attention to framing and subject matter, but before you start focusing on what to shoot with your camera, you want to know how to shoot with your camera.
