The rules of composition are a set of guidelines that govern what should be included in the frame and how it is presented. They were first introduced in 1839 when French artist Charles Mozin created “Composition Rules”.   RULES OF COMPOSITION What Are Rules of…

You could be a filmmaker who is just starting out or a seasoned veteran who wants to brush up on his skills, still, it’s very important to understand what exactly you can work on, meaning your skills. Both would benefit from having a basic understanding…

Rembrandt lighting is a type of artificial studio lighting technique that was invented in the 1600s by Dutch painter Rembrandt. It produces a strong light on one side of the subject’s face and shadows on the other, which can emphasize three-dimensionality. This effect draws attention…

The 180 Degree Rule is a photography rule that can be applied to all types of photography such as landscapes, portraits, and still lifes. The most common application is in landscape photography where the photographer has to decide which direction they want their subject to…

Ever wonder how those amazing aerial shots are captured? It’s not easy, but with the right knowledge and equipment, you can create stunning photos from above. Aerial photography is a type of photography that captures images from an elevated position, usually using a camera suspended…

A lot of people think that forced perspective is just a trick to make objects seem larger than they are. But it’s not all about size! Forced perspective can also be used to make an object appear closer, or farther away from the viewer. When…

The lighting in film is an essential element to every shot and can be the difference between a good movie and a great one. Lighting helps tell the story, set the mood, highlight important details of sets and characters, create atmosphere, and much more. There…

Ever seen the movie “8 Mile”? If you have, then you’re probably familiar with Eminem’s rap battle against Papa Doc in which he spits out a line of bars that goes something like this: “I’m not afraid to say I’m sicker than your average Dolly…

The word zoom immediately brings to mind the fast-forward, slow motion and zooming in/out functions of a camera. Zoom is also a verb that means “to enlarge or shrink something by adjusting its focus.” However, when it comes to photography, zoom refers to changing the…

A cutaway shot is a type of camera angle that cuts away from the main scene to show something else. The use of this technique has been growing in recent decades, and it can be used for a variety of purposes. Cutaways are often used…