http://www.videomaker.com/ en-us Copyright 2012 Videomaker Magazine, Inc. 1440 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:18:47 PST http://banners.videomaker.com/banners/videomaker/VM_88x31_1.gif http://www.videomaker.com/ http://www.videomaker.com/shop/avoiding-continuity-errors.html This Video On Demand highlights things to watch out for in the Pre-Production, Shooting & Post-Production stages to avoid common continuity errors. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/avoiding-continuity-errors.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:18:47 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/572/wedding-videography-reception/ The ceremony is done, but the big day isn't over yet. The reception is an important part of the wedding day. 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In this first section on composition, we'll review some… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/composition-101.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:18:47 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/composition-201.html It's time to learn the advanced techniques in Composition! In this second part, we'll go beyond the basics and take a look at some more advanced techniques… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/composition-201.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:18:47 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/composition-tips-for-16-9.html Shooting for widescreen doesn't mean just shooting wider. It's how to creatively get your entire subject in frame and what will be lost if viewed on a 4:3… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/composition-tips-for-16-9.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:18:47 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/depth-of-field-1.html Depth of field is a tool that has been used by directors and cinematographers for decades. Learn how to use some of these techniques to create more depth in… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/depth-of-field-1.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:18:47 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/how-did-they-do-that.html Ever wonder how they do those special effects? Learn how! Create great special effects without needing expensive equipment. 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Understanding good composition can really give your work some pizazz. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13485/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 01 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/446/the-180-degree-rule/ Learn how to use a simple rule to always keep your subjects looking in the right direction." http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/446/the-180-degree-rule/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 15 Sep 2007 01:19:25 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/442/depth-of-field/ John explains how to use depth of field to your advantage. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/442/depth-of-field/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 04 Aug 2007 04:30:26 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13086/ Readers' letters http://www.videomaker.com/article/13086/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/378/deceptive-shooting-part-2/ Mark and Andrew are back with part 2 of deceptive shooting: this installment is how to use depth of field to realistically shoot fake fights. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/378/deceptive-shooting-part-2/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 07 Apr 2007 01:00:50 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/57/ This short video covers 5 tips for better video composition: Rule of thirds, framing, rolling the focus, perspective, and detail duo. 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Learn how the camcorder lens is made, how it works and, most importantly, how it affects your image. http://www.videomaker.com/article/1410/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Thu, 01 Dec 1994 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/2423/ We're not talking music videos here; we're talking visual music. http://www.videomaker.com/article/2423/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 01 Apr 1997 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/2927/ In Box http://www.videomaker.com/article/2927/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 01 Aug 1997 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/3036/ Framing your video images helps your viewers see what you want them to see and understand what you want them to understand. In this article, you'll learn the&he… http://www.videomaker.com/article/3036/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Wed, 01 Oct 1997 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/3161/ In Box http://www.videomaker.com/article/3161/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 01 Dec 1997 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/3211/ Put yourself in control of your camcorder's automatic features. http://www.videomaker.com/article/3211/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Feb 1998 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/3592/ The telephoto lens is full of possibilities and dangers. Learn the basics of telephoto shooting, including when to use a telephoto setting, and how it works. http://www.videomaker.com/article/3592/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Nov 1998 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/7099/ Attention to framing will make any video more interesting. http://www.videomaker.com/article/7099/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 01 Jun 1999 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/7100/ This handy template will help you compose shots with greater impact. http://www.videomaker.com/article/7100/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 01 Jun 1999 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/7437/ Forget expensive software, you can create these cool special effects inside your camcorder. http://www.videomaker.com/article/7437/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/7596/ Good shot composition is at the heart of attractive video. http://www.videomaker.com/article/7596/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Thu, 01 Jun 2000 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/7720/ Learn the answers to some common camcorder conundrums. http://www.videomaker.com/article/7720/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 01 Jul 2000 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/7800/ Learn to shoot video with the mind of an editor and your editing will be faster, easier and a lot more fun. http://www.videomaker.com/article/7800/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 02 Oct 2000 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/8012/ Learn how to use your lens to create and control depth of field. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8012/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 01 Jan 2001 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/8121/ Learn the language of editing and edit like the pros. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8121/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Thu, 01 Mar 2001 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/8292/ Learn proper composition and framing techniques to enhance the emotional content of your video proojects. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8292/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Jul 2001 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/8305/ Learn how to apply four major directing tools: point of view, composition, perspective and movement. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8305/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Wed, 01 Aug 2001 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/8466/ Good video composition doesn't require years of artistic training. Fluency in some basic axioms will suffice. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8466/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/8612/ Learn the fundamentals of macro photography and use the results to spruce up your video projects. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8612/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/8614/ How to control the depth of field so your subject stands out sharply. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8614/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 01 Mar 2002 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/8891/ Good composition requires more than just a high-quality camcorder and some nice scenery. There are rules. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8891/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 01 Jul 2002 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/8893/ An in-depth look at seven suspect shots you should avoid when shooting your footage. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8893/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Sep 2002 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/9020/ While shooting video, consider the edit that lies ahead. Keep coverage, continuity and cutability in mind. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9020/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 01 Nov 2002 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/9090/ Glossary of Video Production Terms http://www.videomaker.com/article/9090/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 01 Oct 2002 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/9128/ Choosing the right point of view for each camcorder setup can be a mysterious process when you're new to the game. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9128/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 01 Nov 2002 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/9231/ Composition is one of the most fun and accessible aspects of videography. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9231/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 01 Feb 2003 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/9302/ Shooting great looking video can be as simple as solving a few problems with composition. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9302/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 01 Apr 2003 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/9328/ Put the http://www.videomaker.com/article/9328/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/9365/ If your work will be viewed on the Internet, you need to shoot with compression in mind. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9365/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/9524/ In the jungles of Indonesia, you don't have the same level of control that you have in the studio, but the shot is still the same. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9524/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/9804/ Pragmatic, inexpensive ways you can make your video look more like film. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9804/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Feb 2004 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/10002/ Focus is much more than just getting a technically sharp image. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10002/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 01 May 2004 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10246/ In order to call yourself a professional videographer you need equipment, clients and a good reputation. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10246/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Aug 2004 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10369/ Have you ever wanted to wrestle a camcorder away from Uncle Buck while at a family function or public event and scream into the lens, "What are you THINKING!!??… http://www.videomaker.com/article/10369/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10370/ Wide-angle and telephoto lenses render images differently from the way we naturally see things. Skilled videographers can exploit these differences to create… http://www.videomaker.com/article/10370/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/10389/ Available light can be all you need if you patiently think through your options and wisely exploit the location. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10389/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Wed, 01 Sep 2004 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10418/ The Ins and Outs of Manual Control. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10418/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10706/ Give some pizzazz to your videos with a few simple techniques. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10706/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/10777/ When one shot flows into another seemingly seamlessly, you've got the makings of good shot composition. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10777/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/11087/ "Shoot to Show" and "Shoot to Edit" are two different styles requiring different methods of planning. No one knows these techniques better than a run-and-gun… http://www.videomaker.com/article/11087/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/167/mirror-mirror/ Mirror Mirror with Brian http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/167/mirror-mirror/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 21 Mar 2006 01:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/529/how-to-make-your-video-look-like-film/ How to give video a film look using 24p. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/529/how-to-make-your-video-look-like-film/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:06:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/525/business-opportunities-in-event-videography/ There are many opportunities in event videography in addition to wedding videos. Today videographers are getting jobs videotaping theatrical performances,… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/525/business-opportunities-in-event-videography/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:16:29 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/522/making-money-with-stock-video-footage/ Learn how to create stock video footage and make money selling it over the Internet on stock photo/video sites. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/522/making-money-with-stock-video-footage/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 11 May 2009 15:24:05 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/513/best-practices-for-using-a-web-cam/ Best practices for using a webcam for video sharing sites, video conferencing, and video blogging. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/513/best-practices-for-using-a-web-cam/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 02 Mar 2009 16:18:25 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/498/virtual-sets/ How to use a Green Screen and Adobe Ultra to make virtual sets for your videos. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/498/virtual-sets/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 15 Nov 2008 06:46:58 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/497/hit-by-a-car/ This shows 2 methods for faking a person being hit by a car. One uses Adobe Photoshop and editing software, requiring time & effort to add realistic detail… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/497/hit-by-a-car/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:49:31 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/496/earthquake-fx/ Some simple tips on re-creating an earthquake. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/496/earthquake-fx/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 31 Oct 2008 11:28:05 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13747/ Shooting video to look like film http://www.videomaker.com/article/13747/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/474/macro-video/ John explores the Hows and Whys of shooting Macro Video. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/474/macro-video/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 29 Mar 2008 06:56:35 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/472/shooting-video-from-a-moving-vehicle/ Jennifer demonstrates the different ways to shoot video from a moving vehicle. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/472/shooting-video-from-a-moving-vehicle/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 14 Mar 2008 13:38:18 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/470/shooting-using-angles/ Jennifer and Andrew demonstrate two shooting tricks using angles. (Repeat) http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/470/shooting-using-angles/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 01 Mar 2008 07:07:16 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/469/common-continuity-errors/ Jennifer discusses things to watch out for in the Preproduction, Shooting & Post-Production stages to avoid common continuity errors. (Repeat) http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/469/common-continuity-errors/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 22 Feb 2008 12:13:16 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/467/sped-up-background-effect/ John demonstrates how to evoke "calm in a chaotic world" with this easy effect. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/467/sped-up-background-effect/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 12 Feb 2008 10:17:58 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/465/ghostly-special-effects/ Today John demonstrates an easy way of creating an out-of-body special effect. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/465/ghostly-special-effects/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 25 Jan 2008 11:26:45 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/457/capturing-sunrise-andsunset/ This week Brandon talks about ways to capture a great sunrise or sunset on video. He demonstrates this technique using footage he shot on a recent trip to the… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/457/capturing-sunrise-andsunset/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 01 Dec 2007 07:00:58 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12985/ Shooting for widescreen doesn't mean just shooting wider. It's how to creatively get your entire subject in frame and what will be lost if viewed on a 4:3… http://www.videomaker.com/article/12985/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/450/shooting-landscape/ In this weeks episode of John talks about some techniques that are used to capture vast landscapes...in a small frame. John goes over the basics of how to… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/450/shooting-landscape/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 13 Oct 2007 06:00:34 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/394/interviewing-tips/ In our Tips & Tricks segment, Jennifer demonstrates a couple quick interviewing tips. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/394/interviewing-tips/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 05 May 2007 01:21:21 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/382/avoiding-continuity-errors/ Jennifer shows how to avoid continuity errors in your production. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/382/avoiding-continuity-errors/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 14 Apr 2007 06:30:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/374/deceptive-shooting/ Andrew and Mark have some easy-to-do tips on deceptive shooting... just in time for April Fool's day. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/374/deceptive-shooting/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 31 Mar 2007 00:30:51 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12653/ Beauty might be in the eye of the beholder, but a great photo is due to well-executed and thought-out composition. Take your seats, it's time for the… http://www.videomaker.com/article/12653/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12724/ How to manipulate the viewer into watching one portion of your movie, while other events continue along in the scene. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12724/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12190/ What makes great art great? Composition. In this first of two parts, we'll reveal some of the secret tricks of composition that the Masters use http://www.videomaker.com/article/12190/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/231/multi-cam-shooting--shooting-fireworks-/ News and Technology - Morgan & New York Times Internet video Warner Bros., Google, AOL all doing Internet ShopWiki paying… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/231/multi-cam-shooting--shooting-fireworks-/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 11 Jul 2006 19:25:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/211/letters-and-tips/ Tips and LETTERS - * Reader question: BP: "Why can't I load the Vidcast?" * TIP: JO - Beanbag cam & clothes * TIP: BP - Wide angle & … http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/211/letters-and-tips/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 02 Jun 2006 16:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12566/ It's April Fool's Day, and what better way to amuse your friends than getting a little giddy with the camera and going a little wacko with your video? http://www.videomaker.com/article/12566/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/19911201/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/19911201/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Dec 1991 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/19930902/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/19930902/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Wed, 01 Sep 1993 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/160/letters-and-tips/ Letters and Tips - ONY HC3 http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/160/letters-and-tips/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 28 Feb 2006 01:20:00 PST