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• 5 Tips for Handheld Shooting
  December, 2011
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  Whether you're out for a quick shoot, or are lugging your gear a long distance, you can't always take a tripod along. Here are some tips for hand-held shooting…
• Fun and Entertaining Vacation Videos
  June, 2011
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  Vacation videos don't have to bore your viewers - you just need to understand how to edit while you're shooting on location.
• Teaching Video
  February, 2011
  by Kyle Cassidy
  Video is one of the most predominant story-telling mediums today. It only stands to reason that children will want to learn how to record and produce video…
• 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.
• 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…
• 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…
• 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.
• Edit Suite: It's About Time: How To Control Pacing
  April, 1998
  by Jim Stinson
  Make your videos more interesting by manipulating time.
• 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.
• Begin With the Edit in Mind
  August, 2000
  by Jim Stinson
  Learn to shoot and direct like a pro and the editing will be easy
• Home Video Hints: What's Your Angle?
  October, 2000
  by Arthur Aiello
  Creative camera angles can improve the look of your home videos.
• Cut In on Linear and Nonlinear Editing
  October, 2000
  by Don Collins
  In Box
• Storyboard - Basketball
  September, 2001
  by Tad Rose
  Anyone can be a basketball star in this tale that uses editing techniques to make magic on the screen.
• Take 5: Five Tips for Shooting to Edit
  July, 2001
  by Chuck Peters
  Five Tips for Shooting to Edit
• Directing for the Screen
  August, 2001
  by Jim Stinson
  Learn how to apply four major directing tools: point of view, composition, perspective and movement.
• Home Video Hints: Shoot Video With the Editor In Mind
  August, 2001
  by Jim Stinson
  Make the editing job easier by keeping the editing process in mind when shooting your video.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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: 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.
• Check-List for Success
  December, 2002
  by Charles Fulton
  In Box