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• 35mm Adapter Buyer's Guide
  December, 2009
  by Nathan Beaman
  In 35mm adapters, the ground glass often moves in order to simulate a film grain look, and to minimize the presence of the ground glass texture in your image.
• Basic Training: The Low Down on Low Camera Angles
  May, 2009
  by Tom Benford
  Getting the low-down (perspective, that is) on changing your camera angle changes the mood of the story. Here are some ways to alter the emotional impact of…
• Dynamic Chase Scenes
  January, 2008
  by Peter John Ross
  Introducing an exciting new feature from Videomaker: Interactive tutorials! Every month these articles will link to an on-line training video and clips you can…
• Basic Training: Nine Digital Cinematography Tips
  August, 2007
  by Kyle Cassidy
  So you know about medium shots, wide shots, closeups and even extreme closeups. But why do your videos still lack that special zing?
• Videotaping Sporting Events
  May, 2007
  by Kyle Cassidy
  Football, baseball, hockey, tennis. Swimming, cycling, running and lacrosse. Sports shooting is an art unto itself, and every sport has shooting hurdles to…
• Moving Performances
  February, 2007
  by Jim Stinson
  Learn how to set the stage so that your subjects behave naturally in front of the camera.
• Xtreme it Up!
  March, 2006
  by Jenny Hanson
  Attach a tiny "lipstick cam" to the family dog, and you've got an interesting POV shot that is just one way to go extreme when shooting.
• Basic Training: Shoot Yourself!
  February, 2006
  by Kyle Cassidy
  If you visit a Hollywood film production, or sit through its credits, you know it takes busloads of people to get the production in the can. But what if you…
• Basic Training: Lenses - The Long and Short
  November, 2005
  by Jim Stinson
  Wide-angle and telephoto lenses render images differently from the way we naturally see things. Skilled videographers can exploit these differences to create…
• Basic Training: 11 Steps to Add Some Spice to Your Video
  February, 2005
  by Kyle Cassidy
  Give some pizzazz to your videos with a few simple techniques.
• Roll 'Em!
  January, 2005
  by Jim Stinson
  The world is full of rolling stock, just waiting for you to ride it while you shoot amazing moving shots.
• Home Video Hints: Holiday Videos that Rock!
  December, 2004
  by Jim Stinson
  A quick and easy recipe for capturing family memories.
• How High the Camera?
  September, 2004
  by Jim Stinson
  Different camera heights serve different purposes and achieve different effects.
• Light Source: On Location with Gaffer Tom
  February, 2004
  by Jim Stinson
  FROM: gaffertom@barndoor.comTO: goldilocks@beanbagstate.eduSUBJECT: Is
• Using Camera Angles Like a Pro
  December, 2003
  by Jim Stinson
  In quality videos, camera angles enhance the style of the program
• In Box
  December, 2002
  by Charles Fulton
• Home Video Hints: The Three C's of Shooting to Edit
  November, 2002
  by Jim Stinson
  While shooting video, consider the edit that lies ahead. Keep coverage, continuity and cutability in mind.
• Take 5: Five Tips for Creative Camcorder Techniques
  November, 2002
  by Chuck Peters
  Don't just point and shoot. Add interest to your shots with these creative camera ideas.
• All About Camera Angles
  November, 2002
  by Jim Stinson
  Choosing the right point of view for each camcorder setup can be a mysterious process when you're new to the game.
• Home Video Hints: Camera Sinners, Repent!
  September, 2002
  by Jim Stinson
  An in-depth look at seven suspect shots you should avoid when shooting your footage.
• Home Video Hints: Composition the Easy Way
  July, 2002
  by Jim Stinson
  Good composition requires more than just a high-quality camcorder and some nice scenery. There are rules.
• What's Your Angle?
  March, 2002
  by Jim Stinson
  Half a video director's job is picking the right camera angles. Here are five factors to help you position the camera effectively.
• A Production Value Primer: Big Looks for Small Bucks
  February, 1996
  by Mark Bosko
  Gaining production value on a project doesn't instantly mean spending money. Here's how to improve the quality of your videos with such simple tools as…
• Getting Started: Sideline Video: Shooting Sports
  December, 1996
  by Jim Stinson
  Videotaping sports events can be just as challenging as the games themselves. Here's a few hints to help you hit a home run with your viewers.
• Camera Work: Shots and Scenes
  January, 1996
  by Jim Stinson
  Shots and Scenes
• Camera Work: What's Your Angle
  November, 1995
  by Jim Stinson
  What's Your Angle
• Camera Work: Shot Language
  March, 1995
  by Jim Stinson
  Shot Language
• Crafting Skillful Interviews
  February, 1998
  by Jim Stinson
  Need to shoot an important interview? Learn the craft of staging interviews for the camera by following these expert techniques.
• Getting Started: A New Perspective
  June, 1998
  by Lauryn Axelrod
  Use creative camera angles to improve your videos.
• Getting Started: Creative Camcorder Work
  July, 1999
  by Arthur Aiello
  By creatively positioning your camcorder, you can elicit a wide range of emotional responses from your audience.