STORYBOARD SECRETS: THE 7 HIDDEN PATTERNS OF SUCCESSFUL STORYBOARDS
If case you've ever wondered the answer is yes; I watch every minute of these. I'd never share or recommend anything I haven't seen in its entirety. And this one's a winner.
As John Candy eloquently articulated in The Great Outdoors, "Take it in…take it all in."
CAMERA MARKS
Here are a couple of good videos on marking for actors.
HOW TO MARK AN ACTOR FOR CAMERA
HITTING YOUR MARK
SFX LIGHTING LESSON: CREATING RAIN
Jay P. Morgan over at The Slanted Lens brings us this fabulous tutorial on creating realistic rain for your shots.
THE RULE OF THIRDS
In the most delightful way…
HOW TO FILM A DIALOGUE SCENE
Here's a great explanation on proper technique regarding framing and the Rule of Thirds when filming two people.
FILMMAKING TIPS FROM THE DISNEY MASTERS
Here's a great set of guidelines for character and story development, taken from an animation Master Class given by Disney animator Andreas Deja.
BUILDING A DIGITAL NY FOR THE AVENGERS
Seeing is believing. Or so it used to be.
Marvel at what's done to put actors in an environment.
DSLR TRAINING SERIES
Here's a thorough overview of DSLR lenses and modes, courtesy of www.Butterscotch.com.
While this series might appear to be geared toward photography and not filmmaking, the lines between the two are blurred as filmmakers and photographers are [now] using the same equipment.
Regardless of its use, a professional must know their equipment. In that light this series provides a wealth of valuable, useful information.
Overview of DSLR Lenses
Using prime lenses
Using zoom and telephoto lenses
Using wide-angle lenses
Taking close-up shots
Understanding the mode dial
Using shutter priority mode
Using aperture priority mode
Using manual mode
TORREY PINES CAMPAIGN by FortyOneTwenty
Excellent work is inspiring. But FortyOneTwenty gives us even more, with an epic behind the scenes production by Sean Horton.
The Game
Hole In One
Behind the Scenes
