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by Zack Young · Posted
With LED lights getting smaller and more powerful, it’s only a matter of time before what used to take a grip truck will soon require but a carry-on suitcase full of fixtures. And while that utopian vision may still be a ways off, it’s undeniable we are living in an era of great tiny lights. The Nanlux Evoke 5C, released earlier this year, certainly fits the bill. This palm-sized 6W RGB spotlight has the Nebula C8 color engine, an IP67 rating, and a massive 1000-20,000K CCT range. For those looking to go all in, the
by Mary Latvis · Posted
Filmmakers often use a traditional Fresnel lamp to create a beam, wash, or hard slash to carefully shape light in their scenes—drawing attention to a character or action when capturing dramatic content. Now with the release of the C3 3000W Full-Color LED Fresnel Light from pro lighting brand Creamsource, DPs and gaffers get a big film-style light for designing adjustable beam looks while maintaining LED fixture advantages
by Luke Rollins · Posted
by Zack Young · Posted
With cameras outputting increasingly higher resolutions, many creatives are deciding to de-sharpen their images and find new ways to wipe away some of that digital sheen, easing highlight transitions in the process and adding analog warmth to modern video. Kondor Blue’s first entry into the world of softening is their Opaline Diffusion Filter, with a new screw-on offering now available in a variety of sizes and strengths. We
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In this final live studio demo, Tony Gale combines part one and two. You'll learn to push your creativity further by combining constant light and flash.
0:00 - Intro
4:15 - Adjusting the model
5:51 - Different mixed lighting
7:16 - Mixing daylight & strobes
23:35 - Using gels
34:44 - Shooting in JEPG vs. RAW
37:42 - Correcting the background
40:56 - Using a bigger light source
48:15 - Combining LED & strobe lights
1:06:55 - Changing to diffuser
1:16:35 - Q&A
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Godox is no stranger to versatile, close-up photography lighting solutions, and we have another one to share. Introducing the GODOX MA2 Flexible Macro Twin Light, a hot shoe macro light with flexible arms, coaxial modeling light and flash fill, adjustable color temperature, and quick USB-C charging. What more could a macro photographer need?
by Luke Rollins · Posted
At first glance, studio photography and the compact camera may seem strange bedfellows. The type of work associated with the studio—still life, product photography, portraiture, macro photography—usually wants cameras with larger sensors and interchangeable lenses, especially in professional applications. Compact, point-and-shoot cameras, for their part, have their natural home in everyday, travel, nightlife, and street applications, where their discretion and size become virtues.
It might seem almost cruel to introduce the compact to the
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Achieving a standard of production value is an essential component of establishing a brand and growing a following. For part-time, burgeoning, and mid-level creators, it can feel like bridging that gap is less a matter of learned skill and more about the equipment you can afford.
In most cases, the problem isn’t budget at all. Acquiring the specific know-how can give your content professional sheen with little to no financial outlay.
Lighting design is arguably the most immediately visible production component—and the one most capable of
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Dental photography is a unique genre of photography that requires a specialized set of tools to deliver the clarity, brightness, and color accuracy dentists rely upon to accurately record their patients’ progress.
In this guide, we’re going to cover the essential tools dental professionals need to capture the best quality images of their work, from the camera itself to the lighting tools required to accurately capture the color and detail of those pearly whites.
The Camera
Of course, one could use almost any camera, so long as it produces
by Zack Young · Posted
Whether it's a four-year undergraduate program, a two-year graduate school, or a single class, studying film production is different from other fields of study. Film production classes are more like being in a trade school. Students learn and apply work skills, as well as film theory. Most importantly, you will be shooting at least one short film, and to make that film you need equipment, tools, and supplies.
Most film programs provide the cameras, sound equipment, and editing facilities you need, but, to take full advantage of them, some
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Content creation can be as simple as we make it, but if you truly want to make your content stand out, you’ll need the right tools to do it. Visually pleasing lighting and quality audio can go a long way to legitimizing your work and giving it a pro level feel. In this guide, we’ve put together a few kits ranging from budget friendly to higher end and everything in between.
Best Budget Kit
It’s said that the best camera is the one you have available. Odds are, you likely have a smartphone, so that’s our budget camera. Most modern smartphones
by Mary Latvis · Posted
Virtual Production environments encompassing LED volumes are an exciting, revolutionary addition to the background capture techniques used in video and motion picture production. A successor to established techniques like green screen and front and rear projection, this latest technology means that your surroundings are limited only by your background content.
ROE Visual LED Panels in the Vancouver PXO & WFW Stage
What is Virtual Production?
In basic terms, Virtual Production uses digital cinematography, LED volumes, game engines, and
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Learning to speak and use the language of lighting can go a long way to creating images that move the audience, immersing them even further. It will also make working on set much more efficient, helping you create more powerful images in less time with your crew.
This article will cover basic lighting types, so you can become familiar with what is available.
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Let's face it: throwing a heavy camera over your shoulder can seem like a hassle, especially if photography isn't the main purpose of your trip. Those big mirrorless and DSLR cameras might stun with their incredible clarity, but not every outing calls for a "serious" camera. Still, there's a desire to capture fun photos, either for your own enjoyment, or to share with friends and family when you return.
Enter the bridge camera. Bridge cameras are an excellent, all-in-one solution for wildlife enthusiasts looking to capture images of their
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Building upon their established arsenal of impressive lighting tools, Profoto has expanded their softbox range with new XL sizes built with working pros in mind. These modifiers are designed for fast and easy deployment regardless of the environment and feature a reinforced construction to accommodate larger components.
Why do we need XL sizes? Larger modifiers deliver soft, even illuminations across bigger sets, allowing photographers to stretch their creative legs and shape