Concepting a short film can involve a cluster of feelings: excitement, stress, creative energy, and in some cases, a little pre-production dread. In this article, we’re going to discuss getting ideas for short films. If you’re making a short film — whether it’s for a class or for fun — you may be feeling some of that dread right about … Read More
The Best Mics for YouTube : 4 of the Best YouTube Microphones On The Market
Sound one of the key aspects you need to balance the equation when it comes to filming those mouth opening YouTube videos. Like we’ve said before, poor sound is often more noticeable than poor video quality. That’s why we’ve put together this list where we look at the best mics for YouTube videos. Fortunately, the advancement in technology has done … Read More
How To Make a Vimeo Staff Pick Short Film
One of the latest Vimeo Staff Pick videos is docu-drama Drug Runner. This film blends documentary and fiction with the true story of a fifteen-year-old drug dealer. Portrayed as a short, this story is full of beautiful framing and colour – surprising for the subject matter – that pulls the viewer into the life of a character that should be … Read More
Best 4K DSLR: 4 of the Best 4K Cameras On The Market
When you get to a certain level with your filmmaking, you’ll want to look at the best 4K camcorder options. If you’re experienced with DSLRs, then you’ll most likely want to consider the best 4K DSLR on the market and look at the options from there. 4K video looks stunning, as I’m sure you’re aware. It’s the future and more … Read More
How to Find the Best Drone Video Services & Providers
People and companies all over the earth are beginning to realize the value of drone video services, from real estate marketing to utility inspections. As UAVs grow in popularity, so do the number of companies and providers of drone video services looking to capitalize on this new market. So how do you find the best drone video services out there? … Read More
Best DSLR Stabilizer: 6 of the Top DSLR Stabilizers
DSLR Stabilizers are used to add additional support for long, demanding camera shots, as well as adding flexibility and dynamism in your work. With this article, we’re going to look at the best DSLR stabilizer and list some of our favorites. Imagine the first person effects used in a movie like Requiem For a Dream, where stabilisation plays a large … Read More
The Best of Filmmaking & Video Production August 2018
This is the 35th instalment of this feature here on Filmmaking Lifestyle, where we chart the best-of-the-best from around the filmmaking and video production world. This article covers the best posts from August 2018. Every month, I post a round-up article featuring the best things I’ve found around the web on filmmaking and video production. If you missed one, we have a complete … Read More
The 15 Rules of Set Etiquette and What You Should Know About it
On set etiquette is not just a caprice of directors but the order of rules by which the filming set lives. Everyone in the film world has a role that he or she needs to stand to. As long as order is followed, the filming process goes just fine. Once someone breaks the natural order of things, comes chaos and … Read More
The Best of Filmmaking & Video Production July 2018
This is the 34th instalment of this feature here on Filmmaking Lifestyle, where we chart the best-of-the-best from around the filmmaking and video production world. This article covers the best posts from July 2018. Every month, I post a round-up article featuring the best things I’ve found around the web on filmmaking and video production. If you missed one, we have a complete … Read More
Best Full Frame Mirrorless Camera: 5 Great Mirrorless Cameras On The Market
When looking for the best full frame mirrorless camera, you need to consider a number of things. Our detailed guide to the best full frame mirrorless cameras will answer your questions and give you some camera suggestions to make your buying decision more straightforward. Mirrorless cameras are an alternative to traditional lens technology, with all digital capture electronics rather than … Read More
