by Jackson Kingsley | Aug 2, 2018 | Cinematography, Production
I remember when I first started making films how I worked so hard to try and create beautiful cinematic shots. The reality is that there are a lot of moving parts and they all have to be fine tuned to work in harmony. It’s no easy task ensuring every...
by Jackson Kingsley | Aug 2, 2018 | Technical
Picture Profiles Picture profile (or picture style) settings determine the characteristics of your image, including colour tones, brightness, and contours. Their primary uses are: • To maximise the dynamic range in an image • To achieve a specific look...
by Jackson Kingsley | Jul 28, 2018 | Pre-production
The Treatment A film treatment is essentially a means of communicating your idea and director’s vision to other people. It will give you a chance to: • See if what you’re thinking is actually viable • Develop your idea • Iron out any flaws...
by Jackson Kingsley | Jul 24, 2018 | Camera Buyers Guide, Filmmaking Equipment and Tools, Technical
This article is a supplement to ‘How to Choose The Right Camera’ and covers the key technical terms involved. Resolution Resolution refers to the number of pixels in an image. Just like in photography, resolution determines the level of detail and how well...
by Jackson Kingsley | Jul 24, 2018 | Editing
Editing workflow is the method you use and the steps you take to go from import (start) to export (finish). It’s not the sexiest topic, but a good workflow will save you time and headaches. Overlooking seemingly small details can cost you hours of work...
