Sets and Props
Great set design and useful props can help bring your story to life. Planning the sets and set construction, props, makeup application, and wardrobe before production begins will help ensure all of the story elements required by your script are addressed adequately.
Articles
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November, 2011How do they make movies that focus on animals performing on command? One word: Patience. Two more words: Lots of!
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November, 2008Moving shots using a jib or crane provide an added dimension to any video, allowing the camera to sweep from a high establishing shot as it follows the action…
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November, 2008Moving shots using a jib or crane provide an added dimension to any video, allowing the camera to sweep from a high establishing shot as it follows the action…
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October, 1999Do-it-yourself blueprints to build four low-tech, low-effort and low-cost video sets.
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October, 1999Make your talent look their very best for your productions with these helpful tips that can subtly enhance your videos.
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April, 2001Create realistic sets in the real world using these six tips.
Streaming Videos
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July, 2009Ever wonder how amazing backgrounds are inserted behind characters? This video will show you how to composite video so your characters can seamlessly move in…
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November, 2008How to use a Green Screen and Adobe Ultra to make virtual sets for your videos.
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October, 2008Some simple tips on re-creating an earthquake.
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October, 2007How to create special effects with shadows using props & patterns.
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August, 2007How to create live action to video capture animation special effects.
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April, 2006With Brian / Andrew
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