http://www.videomaker.com/ en-us Copyright 2009 Videomaker Magazine, Inc. 1440 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:15 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/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14291/ There's no problem videotaping your own children or those that you personally know, but what if you have a need to shoot children on a playground or in a… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14291/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14553/ Since cell phone video recorders shoot at fairly low resolutions, it's important to try and remove potential problems before can occur during the shooting. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14553/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/videomaker-s-video-composition-ebook.html In this eBook, Videomaker reveals some of the secret tricks of composition used by the Masters. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/videomaker-s-video-composition-ebook.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/composition-101.html Make the screen your canvas and compose a masterpiece! What separates the amateurs from the masters? 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/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/the-divine-proportion.html For hundreds - if not thousands- of years, visual artists have been studying how best to frame their subjects and exactly where to plants the focus of their… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/the-divine-proportion.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 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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Learn how to build intensity using post-production editing… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/special-effects-gun-muzzle-flashes.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/chromakey-avoiding-green-screen-mistakes.html How to avoid common chromakey mistakes when using a green screen. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/chromakey-avoiding-green-screen-mistakes.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/the-180-degree-rule.html This Video On Demand highlights the techniques of the classic 180 degree rule for shooting video. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/the-180-degree-rule.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/cutting-on-the-action.html This Video On Demand highlights the technique known as cutting on the action. Presented are examples of clips that are cut on the action, and by narrating over… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/cutting-on-the-action.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/natural-wipes.html This Video On Demand highlights the technique known as Natural Wipes. Several examples of these types of "in camera" transitions are presented and it is… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/natural-wipes.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/shooting-sunrises-andamp-sunsets.html This Video On Demand highlights the ways to capture a great sunrise or sunset on video. This technique is demonstrated using footage shot on a recent trip to… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/shooting-sunrises-andamp-sunsets.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/shooting-video-in-the-snow.html This Video On Demand highlights techniques for shooting video in the snow. What situations to avoid, and what situations provide ideal opportunities for… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/shooting-video-in-the-snow.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13920/ For an image to be exciting, it has to move! Right? Things need to be constantly changing and adjusting. Pictures flying in and out, angles adjusting and… http://www.videomaker.com/article/13920/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14215/ Some photographers and videographers have a Natural Eye that composes shots and scenes all around them, even when they aren't holding a camera. You know you… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14215/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Mar 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13481/ Nature created it; visual artists follow it. Using aesthetically-pleasing framing creatively draws your viewer into your shot composition. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13481/?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/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/446/the-180-degree-rule/ Learn the post production element of rotoscoping & creating live action animation special effects. 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/article/13053/ Whether it's shooting a wedding, baseball game, church service or two-person interview, shooting it with more than one camera can be a time-saving and very… http://www.videomaker.com/article/13053/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 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/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/article/12697/ A basic understanding of the rules of composition will help you frame for maximum impact and ultimately enhance the outcome of your finished piece. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12697/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Tue, 01 Aug 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12598/ Multitasking when you are directing is not easy but sometimes necessary. Here are a few suggestions. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12598/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Thu, 01 Jun 2006 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/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/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/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/10369/ Have you ever wanted to wrestle a camcorder away from Uncle Buck while at a 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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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/shop/grammar-of-the-shot.html Learn the basic "grammar" of making films and videos in Grammar of the Shot! This book shows you in no uncertain terms what you absolutely need to know to put… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/grammar-of-the-shot.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/videomaker-brown-bag-series-video-camera-techniques-dvd.html Videomaker Brown Bag Series! So you need to improve your video camera shooting techniques? This DVD can help! Improve your video camera knowledge and shooting… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/videomaker-brown-bag-series-video-camera-techniques-dvd.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/homepage/147/video-production-basics-workshop/ http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/homepage/147/video-production-basics-workshop/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 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/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/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/471/depth-of-field/ Mark and Andrew demonstrate two shooting tricks using depth of field. (Repeat) http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/471/depth-of-field/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 07 Mar 2008 11:32:07 PST 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/article/13485/ Knowing the technical workings of your camera is half the battle of shooting a good video. 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/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/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/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/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/441/deceptive-shooting/ This week's Videomaker vidcast highlights the techniques of deceptive shooting. Simple camera skills and tricks of perspective that sell your shots. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/441/deceptive-shooting/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:29:26 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/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/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/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/160/letters-and-tips/ SONY HC3, Canopus Edius Pro 3, Viewer Video: Jason Adair's "Speed", Andrew Lock's "How to Shoot Edit and Distribute HDV", Tips and Tricks: shoot your watch,… 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 http://www.videomaker.com/shop/sped-up-background-effect.html This Video On Demand demonstrates how to evoke "calm in a chaotic world" with this easy effect. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/sped-up-background-effect.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:15 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/chromakey.html This Video On Demand covers from start to completion, the basics of achieving a Green Screen effect. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/chromakey.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:15 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/special-effects-hit-by-a-car.html This shows 2 methods for faking a person being hit by a car. 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From glitter FX to making bullet holes, fake fire and safely running your actor down by a car,… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/videomaker-tips-and-tricks-series-special-effects-dvd.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/how-to-shoot-a-fight-scene.html This Video On Demand highlights how to use editing, continuity, and camera techniques to create a realistic and dramatic fight scene in your action video. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/how-to-shoot-a-fight-scene.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:14 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/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/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/1369/ You don't have to be George Gershwin to be a great composer. Just carefully arrange your video scenes, and you'll achieve visual harmony. http://www.videomaker.com/article/1369/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/production/cinematography/composition/rss/ Thu, 01 Aug 1996 00:00:00 PDT 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/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/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/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/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/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/article/1410/ There's more to a camcorder lens than meets the eye. 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/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/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/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/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/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