Video Lighting Tips DVD
Don't get caught in the dark on video lighting. Make sure you are ready to shoot your next video with the right lighting in place to get the effect you desire. Bad lighting is a dead giveaway that the video was done by an amateur. Worse yet is having to shoot your scene again or ask your talent to come back later when you have your lighting issues resolved.
This DVD is a collection some of the best segments on video lighting from Videomaker Magazine's weekly Tips and Tricks series. It includes 9 segments starting with a basic overview of lighting equipment and building up to the more advanced subjects of green screen, mood, and specialty lighting.
#1 An Overview Of Lighting Equipment
Learn about the different light types and styles to chose a light that fits your needs.
#2 Cheap Video Lighting Solutions
We give some practical advice on lighting on a low budget. Substitute expensive equipment with inexpensive alternatives.
#3 Video Lighting Safety Tips
Some lighting equipment is high voltage and can get very hot. Learn important safety precautions to avoid common mishaps.
#4 On-Camera Video Lights
On camera lighting: tips and tricks for getting the most out of that little light on top of your camera.
#5 Casting Shadows with Cookies
Learn how to enhance your videos by making and using cookies to cast shadow effects.
#6 Three Point Lighting
Learn the foundation for all good video lighting techniques.
#7 Green Screen Lighting
Learn how how to use a green screen to create any background you wish. The secret to success is in the lighting.
#8 Mood Lighting Effects
Learn how use lighting effects to create an emotional impact on the view.
#9 Specialty Lighting Tricks
Some simple techniques for common lighting situations that will add a professional touch to your video.
We are offering more than just a DVD. It's a DVD-ROM that can be used in your computer as well as your DVD player. You can use your computer to bring up 13 additional special reports in full color PDF format. Hundreds of these reports have sold individually for $3.49 each. We have included these articles a $52 value as a bonus-free!
These printable PDFs have been written by expert videographers and are included as supplementary reference material so you can look up what you need to know anywhere you go.
Lighting Buyer's Guide
- Names and websites of all major manufacturers of lighting equipment.
- The key factors to consider when purchasing lighting equipment.
- The advantages and disadvantages of various types of bulbs. A glossary of common lighting terms.
Lighting Technology
- A review of the pros and cons of different forms of lighting technology.
- Types of lighting equipment and how it's used.
One Light to Cover Them All
- What to do if you only have one light to work with.
Inexpensive Lighting Solutions
- How to save a bundle by substituting expensive studio lights with a trip to the hardware followed by a trip to an arts and crafts store.
Lighting Safety
- How to work with hot hight voltage lighting without getting hurt.
- Simple tips for securing lights and cables.
Getting Creative With Cookies
- How to make and cast unique shadows behind you subjects.
Lighting Gels
- How to add depth and interest to your scenes by adding color using gels.
The Keys to Chromakey
- How to create any background you want using blue or green screen effects.
- The advantages of using green vs blue screen.
- How to evenly light the background and avoid shadows and hot spots.
Greenscreen Lighting
- How to Install a virtual set so to create a professional look.
- Learn the key for successfully lighting a green screen.
- Learn what types of light are best to use when lighting a green screen.
Camcorder Lighting
- How to best work with a camcorder light.
- How to get the most out of using a camcorder light.
- How to compensate for some of the drawbacks of using camcorder lights.
Using a Built-in Camera Light
- How to compensate for some of the drawbacks when an on camera light is all you have to work with.
Lighting for Mood
- Explanation of how to use 3 major things you can adjust to elicit the emotional response you want.
In the mood
- How to use the four characteristics of lighting moods and other tricks to set the mood for your scenes.
Why 3-Point Lighting
- Explanation of the History and purpose of three point lighting.
- Tips on how 3 point lighting can be used to eliminate unwanted shadows.
- How to adjust a three point lighting system to achieve a realistic and natural effect.
Applying 3-Point Lighting
- Step by step details on how to apply a three point lighting setup, with diagrams included.
