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• Light Source: The Power of Three-point Lighting
  February, 1999
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Use three-point lighting to set the mood, time of day and dramatic intensity of your productions.
• Light Source: Lighting Faces
  June, 1999
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Faces present a special kind of lighting challenge to the videographer.
• Light Source: Reflecting Light
  August, 1999
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Dramatic lighting can make the difference between an ordinary production and a great production.
• Light Source: Lighting Backgrounds
  October, 1999
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Well-lit backgrounds don't just support your talent; they send subtle yet powerful messages to your audience.
• Light Source: Three-point Lighting for Multiple Talent
  April, 2000
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Make your light kit do double duty for your next interview.
• Light Source: A Dose of Reality
  June, 2000
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Lighting, like sound, can be used to create a false reality for your audience.
• Light Source: Advanced Techniques for Lighting Faces
  August, 2000
  by Jim Stinson
  Light placement can have a dramatic impact on the faces you light.
• Light Source: News-style Lighting
  October, 2000
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Tips to help you create great lighting for your news set. Strategies for anchors, sports and the weather.
• Light Source: In the Mood? Creating Mood with Light
  December, 2000
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  One scene, many moods. Let the lighting do the work.
• Video Lighting: 3 Point Lighting: A Handyman's Guide
  April, 2001
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Special tips to make your lighting projects safer and more effective.
• Light Source: Is it Real or Just Good Lighting?
  June, 2001
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  With these techniques you can light scenes so they look as natural as the real world.
• Light Source: The Key to Changing Moods
  October, 2001
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  As important as set design and costumes, light positioning and intensity are integral scene setters.
• Forecast: Strong Drama
  June, 2002
  by Gene Bjerke
  Weather can be a key ingredient in your video. Good planning, ingenuity and a few household items can help.
• Light Source: Reflecting Light
  February, 2002
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Don't let imposing lighting conditions get you down, reflect that light to your advantage.
• Light Source: Using a Camera-Mounted Light
  March, 2002
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  The on-camera light can be a great tool, if you know how to use it.
• Light Source: Lighting for Chromakey
  April, 2002
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Lighting is one of the most important aspects of bringing realism to your chromakey scene.
• Light Source: Controlling Light
  May, 2002
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Seize control over your lighting with accessories such as flags, barndoors and snoots.
• Shooting an Interview TV-Style
  July, 2002
  by Jim Stinson
  You can shoot a television-style interview with a single camcorder and a little creativity.
• Light Source: One Location, Five Different Looks
  September, 2002
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Even in a small office studio, you can attain a variety of looks and moods for your video.
• Light Source: Lighting with Hardware Store Tools
  October, 2002
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Your local hardware store is a valuable source for video lighting tools and accessories.
• Light Source: Lighting Your Backgrounds
  November, 2002
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Always keep your backgrounds in mind when you set up your video shots.
• Video Lighting
  December, 2002
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Working with moving subjects and multiple cams.
• Light Source: Three-Point Lighting in the Real World
  January, 2003
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  It's not just a theory: check out these pragmatic three-point lighting tips in action.
• Light Source: Creating Mood with a Single Light
  February, 2003
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  You don't need a whole light kit to give a single character their mood.
• Light Source: Lighting Portraits
  March, 2003
  by Jim Stinson
  As with still photography, the goal of a video portrait is to make your subject look as good as possible.
• Light Source: Sound and Light Shows
  April, 2003
  by Jim Stinson
  With lighting, you can create spectacular elements with little or no budget.
• Light Source: Using Reflectors Like a Pro
  May, 2003
  by Jim Stinson
  Reflectors are cheap and easy -- just how we like 'em.
• Light Source: Lighting for Compositing
  July, 2003
  by Jim Stinson
  Good lighting is the key to chromakey.
• Light Source: Working with Mixed Lighting
  October, 2003
  by Jim Stinson
  Mixed lighting isn't necessarily a disaster. Here are some pragmatic solutions for your next location shoot.
• Light Source: Lighting Moving Targets
  December, 2003
  by Jim Stinson
  A few lights can cover a lot of action -- if you know how to use them.