Posted 03/17/2023
It’s time to take your slow-motion footage to Adobe Premiere Pro. Matt Matkin goes over some beginner and advanced editing techniques to achieve smooth video.
0:00 - Introduction
0:23 - Creating and Organizing Your Project
1:23 - How Much Can You Slow Down Your Footage?
1:57 - Changing Speed the Beginner Way
2:58 - Time Remapping
4:25 - Speed Ramping
5:39 - Warp Stabilizer
7:21 - Interpreting Footage
To learn more, be
Posted 03/17/2023
Get ready to improve your photos! Matt Zefi shares 10 common landscape-photography mistakes but explains how to fix them. What mistakes have you made when taking landscape photos? How did you fix them?
0:00 - Introduction
0:38 - Mistake 1
1:07 - Mistake 2
1:30 - Mistake 3
1:56 - Mistake 4
2:18 - Mistake 5
2:39 - Mistake 6
3:11 - Mistake 7
4:02 - Mistake 8
4:33 - Mistake 9
4:55 - Mistake 10
Posted 03/10/2023
Want to learn how to shoot in slow motion? Follow along as Matt Matkin explains the ins and outs of slow-motion shooting and lets us know which settings to choose and which gear to use, along with many other useful suggestions.
0:00 - Introduction
0:19 - Settings (Including Frames Per Second)
1:24 - What to Shoot
2:14 - How to Shoot
3:42 - Smooth Footage, Handheld
There is a first time for everything, and if you have your mind set on producing a wedding video, you will encounter plenty of “firsts” during that initial wedding weekend. There is a first kiss, a first dance, and a first slice of cake. Where will you have your cameras set up for each of these memorable moments? Will you need lights for every shot? How will you manage the audio? When the bride says “I do,” you will want everything in place to ensure that you capture every word and angle. This guide will address equipment needs, event
Posted 02/17/2023
Should you use manual focus or autofocus when shooting video? Using the Canon C70, Nick Brigadier tests various shots, such as the whip pan and tracking shot, to see which type of focus provides better results.
0:00 - Introduction
0:40 - Test 1
3:27 - Test 2
5:38 - Test 3
7:43 - Test 4
9:26 - When to Use Auto vs. Manual Focus
Posted 02/07/2023
Dominique Hammer specializes in black-and-white photography. In this presentation he shares his experience, knowledge, and recommendations to help you improve your photography.
0:00 - Introduction
1:29 - Train Your Eyesight
7:40 - Analyzing the First Photo
12:56 - How to Analyze Photography
20:32 - How to Prepare a Fashion Shoot
28:29 - Analyzing the Fashion Shoot Photo
34:22 - How to Find the Essentials
42:49 - Things that Helped the Most
49:10 - Analyzing the Final Photo
50:46 - Gear Used
51:20 - Final Thoughts
Posted 01/03/2023
Juliana Broste, aka @TravelingJules, sets you up for success with five tips for vlogging, such as how to get comfortable being on camera, what to look for in a vlogging camera, and other useful suggestions.
Are you a traveling vlogger? Do tell, in the Comments section, below.
Posted 11/22/2022
Documentary filmmaker and photojournalist Ashlei Payne, owner of Tracing Thought, shares five tips for interviewing people in a foreign country. When making a documentary, it's important to understand the customs of the place in which you're filming, as well as to treat your subjects with respect.
0:00 - Introduction
0:27 - Tip 1
1:01 - Tip 2
1:50 - Tip 3
2:33 - Tip 4
3:29 - Tip 5
4:34 - More from Ashlei Payne
As compact technology improves at a blistering pace, today's cameras must strike the delicate balance of being small while still being able to do it all. Nothing exemplifies this more than the LCD screen, a key component of the camera where size has a direct impact on usefulness. Even the most attentive creator can miss a mistake when reviewing footage on a tiny LCD screen, which is why an external camera screen, also referred to as on camera monitors, are a vital
Posted 09/29/2022
If you’re new to using an FPV drone, then this is the intro guide for you! You'll learn the benefits of FPV droning, important rules before you start, how to practice before you fly, and additional tips!
0:00 - Introduction
0:30 - Flight Modes
1:31 - Practicing in a Flight Simulator
2:41 - Before Your First Flight
3:44 - Flying in Manual Mode
4:32 - FPV Tips
4:57 - Final Thoughts
Click here to learn more about the DJI Avata FPV Drone. The video features the
Posted 09/22/2022
A little goes a long way when it comes to color grading. Dean Peterson shows you how to color-grade RAW footage in a way that visually tells the story you want. Peterson color-grades this video to look cinematic and dramatic; however, these tips can apply to any look you desire!
0:00 - Introduction
0:31 - Adding LUT & Initial Adjustments
5:49 - Power Windows, Skin Tones, and Qualifiers
12:05 - Storytelling Through Color
15:31 - Soften and Glow
19:21 - Grain
21:07 - Adjustments
23:45 - Before and After (Showing Each Step)
26:03 - Final
Posted 09/15/2022
Are you new to color correcting LOG footage? It seems intimidating, but take a deep breath. In this B&H Online video, Dean Peterson walks you through the steps to color-correct flat footage in DaVinci Resolve, including instances when the white balance is very cool. You'll be a professional colorist in no time!
For more information, be sure to watch How to Film in LOG: A Beginner's Guide.
0:00 - Introduction
0:31 - Exposure
3:46 - White
Posted 09/08/2022
This is your beginner's guide to filming in LOG! What is LOG? How do you properly expose your footage? When and why should you use it? Watch to find out the answers to all these questions, and others.
0:00 - Introduction
0:16 - What is LOG?
0:51 - How to Expose LOG Footage
2:45 - Is Shooting in LOG Better?
3:20 - Final Thoughts
Posted 09/01/2022
Whether you're making an independent film, YouTube video, or vertical video, understanding framing and composition can help improve your video's quality. Nick Brigadier explains how, when, and why to use these seven basics rules of video composition.
0:00 - Introduction
0:28 - The Rule of Thirds
1:10 - Leading Lines
1:37 - Balance
2:12 - Symmetry
2:43 - Depth of Field
3:11 - Distracting Elements
3:38 - Frame Within a Frame
4:03 - Final Thoughts
Posted 08/04/2022
What does aperture do on a camera? How can you achieve cinematic bokeh that everyone loves? Should you film open or closed? How does selecting your aperture affect your depth of field, as well as your shutter speed and ISO? Nick Brigadier explains this and more!
0:00 - Introduction
0:42 - What is Aperture?
1:30 - How Does Aperture Affect Depth of Field?
3:57 - Final Thoughts