Camera filters enhance and support your photography by helping you capture a professional-looking image. But with all the different types of photography filters on the market, it’s tricky to know what filters work best for certain circumstances. In fact, one of the most common questions you’ll hear from novice photographers is “What filters do I […]
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A Filmmaker’s Guide to Inspecting Power Distro Box and Electrical Rentals In this lesson, Director of Photography Shane Hurlbut, ASC demonstrates how to check in distro equipment. You’re going to learn how to: Inspect Distro Boxes Inspect Snake Bites Inspect Gang Boxes Inspect Bates Cables Inspect Soft Threefers Inspect Cables DISTRO BOX INSPECTION: There are […]
How To Become a Cinematographer with Todd Dos Reis, ASC There are countless ways to enter the industry and pursue a job as a cinematographer. Typically, you work your way up the ladder from a production assistant or in the camera department and must take chances to prove your mastery. Todd Dos Reis, ASC joins […]
Camera Assistant Prep: Equipment Case Labeling When dialing in prep, 1st AC Derek Edwards is always certain that he is set-ready so he is as efficient as possible in production. A surefire way to ensure efficiency is by labeling your lens cases. You’re going to learn: Why you should always label your lenses and equipment […]
In the EL Zone System Exposure Guide, we break down this revolutionary new exposure system so you can implement it into your cinematography. That way, you can light scenes faster and more accurately, while also improving communication with the gaffer and fellow cinematographers. PRO TIP: Bookmark this page to quickly refer to it in the […]
Standardizing Exposure with the El Zone System You often hear “take it three stops down” or “four stops over,” but what does that actually mean? In this episode of The Inner Circle podcast, Shane Hurlbut, ASC takes a deep dive with Ed Lachman, ASC into the El Zone System and standardizing exposure in the digital […]
Cinematography Essentials: Motion Control Bolt Technology In this premium lesson, DP Justin Jones explains the purpose of motion control and how it’s used across multiple mediums. He then plays a scene from a film he lensed called Issac and explains how they utilized the Bolt technology to enhance his visual storytelling. WHAT IS MOTION CONTROL? […]
Music Video Cinematography: Projector Lighting In this excerpt from the Abstract Lighting & In-Camera Effects Masterclass, cinematographer Justin Jones presents how he creatively lights with a projector for music videos. Access the complete 2+ hour masterclass by becoming a Filmmakers Academy member today! Abstract Lighting & In-Camera Effects Masterclass Discover dreamy and abstract camera and […]
Camera Assistant Tip: Remote Follow Focus Systems In this excerpt from our Prepping Remote Follow Focus course, 1st AC Derek Edwards explains the value of working with handsets like the Arri WCU-4 in real-world scenarios. Are you interested in the full course? Become an All Access member today! ARRI WCU-4 FEATURES: The ARRI WCU-4 empowers […]
UNLOCKED: How To Program the Iris: Preston FIZ 1st AC Derek Edwards shows the details in the handset that you need to optimize the Preston FIZ. You can add a single channel to the mix which takes over the iris so the director of photography can view it in the video cart. Let’s get into […]
Changing the depth of field is a subtle yet powerful way to portray a character’s emotion in a scene. Shane Hurlbut, ASC recently used the “Cinefade VariND” on the movie Tall Girl 2. When Jodi (Ava Michelle) hears her inner voice of self-doubt, Shane uses the Cinefade to subtly enhance the moment. Watch the CINEFADE […]
Man-to-man coverage, zone coverage, and mobile free-flow operating are three essential techniques to master as a reality TV camera operator. Camera Op Sherri Kauk breaks down how she uses these techniques to get the most out of her footage. MAN-TO-MAN COVERAGE: Sherri first asks herself, will she cover the scene in zone coverage […]
We unlocked the premium lesson, How To Set Up Your Focus Monitor! Follow along as 1st AC Derek Edwards takes us through focus assist and how to set up a focus monitor. You’re going to learn: The focus monitor is the eyes of the camera How focus peaking can be a great tool for set […]
Following the groundbreaking success of The Look Of Joker, Hurlbut Academy’s team turn to Scorsese’s The Irishman for the next deep cinematography break down video and article
Hildur Guðnadóttir shot into the public eye last year winning an Emmy for her soundtrack to HBO’s Chernobyl and then recently with her Golden Globes win and Oscar Nomination for Todd Phillips’ Joker. What makes the former even more intriguing? Find out in this video essay and article by Hurlbut Academy writer, Chris Haigh
The Big F’ing Combo Wheels (formerly Rock n’ Roller Wheel Sets) from Matthews Studio Equipment are set to be a hit with all of you gaffers, grips, and DITs! This latest offering from Matthews Studio Equipment gives you the opportunity to roll equipment instead of picking it up. With an equally cool name, the Rock […]
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There are many tools in a cinematographers arsenal, and I don’t just mean lights and cameras. When prepping for your next production there are a lot of things to consider. What gear you want to use to tell your story, how you want to collaborate with your director and/or cinematographer, and what shots your want […]
Movie-making – an American Dream “It ain’t about how hard you can hit, it’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forwards.” – Rocky Balboa When I think about movies, about why I wanted to be involved in making movies, I have a real sense of pride that America has always […]
Creating and baking in a unique LOOK with 3D LUTs. Why, how to use in DaVinci Resolve, and how to install and use LUTs on set.
