Shooting Video of Interviews: How to Create a Quality Background

Published March 29, 2011

When you shoot video of interviews, one of most important decisions you need to make is what background to have behind your subject. Also, what can you do to make the background more interesting visually, without becoming a distraction that competes with …

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Video Lighting Techniques: An Overview

Published March 22, 2011

The lighting techniques in your video will make a big impact on the quality of your final image. You can use the light to: Video Lighting Techniques

  • Control the mood of your video
  • Direct the eye of the viewer where …

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Three Point Lighting: Learn How to Use the Key, Fill, and Back Lights

Published March 9, 2011

Three point lighting is the standard lighting technique used in video. It’s a good idea to become comfortable with three point lighting because as a video shooter, you’ll find yourself using it over and over again. Video Lighting Techniques It has …

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The funniest Final Cut tutorial I've ever seen!

Published February 11, 2011

I saw this last night and couldn't stop laughing. If you edit on Final Cut Pro or Final Cut Express, take a moment to watch this "tutorial" where the host does EVERYTHING wrong (intentionally). Make sure you watch it all the way to the end.

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How to Create a White Background in Your Video

Published January 13, 2011

The background color of your frame makes an impact. In fact, it helps set the tone of the video. The black background I showed you previously suggests a more serious tone. A white background suggests a more up-beat, happy tone.

A white background is more difficult to create than a …

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