Cinematography

Dive into the world of cinematography with our collection of articles covering topics such as camera techniques, lighting, composition, and more.

7 Articles

Cinematography

How To Use Backlight for Cinematic Storytelling

Discover the versatile power of backlight in cinematography with this breakdown.

By Rob Ellis February 4, 2024 4 min read

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The Key to Creating Realistic Lighting in Film

Explore “Lighting for Cinema A to Z.” Master the art of ambient lighting, replicate daylight, & enhance scene authenticity.

By Rob Ellis October 13, 2023 4 min read

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Illuminate Your Scenes with an Inflatable Lighting Solution

Learn about the Sirui A100B, a self-inflating flat light source, and discover the advantages of using a lightweight, portable soft light in filmmaking

By Rob Ellis April 15, 2023 5 min read

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Shutter Speed and Shutter Angle Explained

Shutter angle & speed control light & motion blur in photography and filmmaking. Understand the difference for best results.

By Lewis McGregor March 6, 2023 7 min read

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Cinematography: Understanding Surface Divisions

The screen is a flat surface with one plane, and usually, filmmakers tell their story with one point of view…

By Lewis McGregor April 27, 2021 4 min read

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5 Tips For Filming At Golden Hour

Golden Hour; it’s a beautiful, majestic time of day. Although what exactly causes the golden light, and what are the…

By Lewis McGregor January 20, 2020 4 min read

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Cinematography: 7 Tips For Getting Good Coverage

There is nothing worse than arriving home from a hectic day of shooting, transferring your newly shot media, and realizing…

By Lewis McGregor September 25, 2015 2 min read