Action, Reaction, Reveal — How to Create Better Documentaries
Creating a compelling documentary means elevating emotions and drawing the viewer into your subject. Here’s a three-step strategy for how to do just that.
How to Key Green Screen Footage in After Effects
When you’re ready to key your green screen footage, After Effects will be your go-to. Learn how to use After Effects green screen tools for a seamless …
Learning Curve: Getting Started Using a Light Meter
A light meter is still a powerful tool for getting a correctly exposed image. Here’s what you need to know to get started using one.
The Multimedia Worldbuilding of the Star Wars Legends Franchise
What do the Star Wars comics, games, and novels offer this multi-layered franchise? Go in-depth to discover how diverse storytelling can build a universe.
Over 280 Free Sound Effects for Videos, Apps, Films, and Games
Download over 280 free sound effects, and use them in any commercial or personal project! Explore these collections, and get your free SFX packs now.
Blue Screen Vs. Green Screen: Which One Do You Need?
You’ve heard of green screens and their cousin, the blue screen. But what’s difference? Compare blue screen vs green screen to decide which one you need.
Filmmaking Challenge: How to Create Foley for Stock Footage
Do you have a video clip, but it doesn’t have any accompanying audio? In this challenge, we explore how you can create your own foley effects.
Learning Curve: The Mysteries Behind the LUT Box Unveiled
In this installment of Learning Curve, we take a look at how to use the software and hardware combination known as a LUT box.
Step up Your Audio: 3 Tips to Improve Your Projects
In this tutorial, we take a look at three important considerations to keep in mind to improve the audio for your next video project.
7 Filmmaking Insights from Modern Film and Television
What better way to learn filmmaking than from the best. Let’s take a look at some of the principles we can gather from modern films and television.
Tips for Lighting Different Skin Tones in the Same Shot
Lighting talent is hard enough, but when you have to take into account different skin tones, you need a thorough understanding of how to control light.
Lighting by Eye: How to Light a Scene Using Ratios
Today, we’ll talk about lighting in ratios, how it can change your cinematography, as well as the way you think about lighting a scene.