Thank you so much I really appreciate that a lot! It was a little rough for a couple of weeks but I'm finally feeling a lot better. 🙌🏼 Thank you for watching the video and for reaching out, it truly means a lot. Cheers!
Absolutely! For me personally, I've found that if I can just get the process started it all gets easier from there. You've got this friend! Thanks for watching the video and for reaching out, cheers!
You're like a sculptor with light, Ryan! I'm learning so much about what to look for when lighting a scene, and how to be resourceful with what I have on hand.. looking forward to putting this into practice soon with some experimental shots. I definitely need to get a decent C-stand. Or three 😂 Thanks for covering the loudness of the fans - when I first saw the image of the lights with the fan grills, that was actually my first thought "I wonder how loud that gets"! "Lightning mode" sounds awesome, I had no idea lights could have a setting like that. I know exactly which scene I want to test that in... speaking of which -- how would you handle filming an outdoor night scene with lightning IN THE RAIN? Because the shot calls for a downpour. Water hose spray for fake rain, or prepare a covered dry area to capture the shot during a real storm?? Obviously I don't want to damage any lights or camera.. but the shot I imagine takes place at night in a heavy Oregon coast downpour... the setting is close enough to the house, so perhaps there's an indoor window I could shoot from and still get a good angle without having all the gear outside. Except the light, maybe that would need to be outside. Thanks for continuing to share your knowledge and experience!
Thank you my friend that means a ton! I'm so glad the videos can help. Absolutely, c-stands can be super handy! For sure, the fans got a little loud when I really pushed the light at 100% and I had it on for a good while before I heard it, but it wasn't too loud and I only noticed it the one time. Overall, these lights are incredible and can do so much at a really great price point, I highly recommend them for sure! 🎥💡 This is such a great question! There is a lot I can say, but one thing to keep in mind is that filming in real rain can sometimes be a little tricky because it can be harder for the camera to detect. Especially if it's light rain. Often times, filmmakers will create fake rain and then over exaggerate it so that the camera can pick it up better, and it also gives them more control on the overall effect in the scene. I love the idea of setting the camera indoors to film through a window looking outside at the character. This will not only ensure that your camera stays dry but will also create a cool composition for your shot, the frame within a frame. Depending on the context of the scene, this could really help to keep the viewers eye on the main point of interest and potentially have a bigger impact on the way the audience perceives the events that are taking place in the scene. This is actually a video idea I've been thinking about making for some time. Let me know if this is a video you would be interested in watching form my channel, because it sounds super fun to make! Of course, these are just my thoughts and opinions, but I hope this helps! I'm looking forward to watching the scene you create! Cheers, friend!
Haha I had a lot of fun with that scene! I had a few different versions of what I was going to say but I ended up choosing that line. I should find a way to share the outtakes haha! Thanks for watching my friend!
Awesome video like always!! Just a suggestion when you mentioned about the entry level camera it would be great for a lot of people who are investing in newer technology but I’ll also love to see a video with an old camera like the 5D for example. I actually just got my fx3 and I’m now learning all about it, but before that I was shooting with an old 5D that I bough used from a friend. There is a lot of creatives out there that don’t have the means to afford newer or expensive equipment and One of the things I like most about your channel is that you always make it clear that is all about the story not the equipment so I’m sure that with your talent and your professional skills you will be able to inspire a lot of people. Thanks again for a great video my friend. 😊🙏🎥 🔥
Thank you so much that truly means a lot! Absolutely, that's a great suggestion! I actually had the 5D on on my mind for this video idea as well. I use to work with the original 5D and then the 6D after that, so I thought it might be fun to revisit those cameras again for this new video idea. Love it! 🎥 Thank you so much for the suggestion and for watching the video my friend, cheers!
Hey, great question! It's a little tube light made by a company called Ambitful. Here is a link below to where I picked it up on Amazon if you're interested in checking it out. I hope this helps! Thank you for watching the video, cheers! Ambitful A2 Tube Light a.co/d/0faXfqk3
Great video!!! But what do I need if I want to mount this filter to an smaller lens? I see different adapters, but can’t figure out what is right? Hopefully you can tell me what I need if I want to use it on more then one lens 🙌🏽
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that a lot. Absolutely I’m happy to help! Freewell has adapter rings for other sizes as well. You should be able to find them on their website and I think on Amazon. Here is a link below. www.freewellgear.com/en/v2-hybrid-vndcpl/1144-2150-v2-base-ring-cap.html#/49-dslr_thread_size-82mm I hope this helps! Thank you so much for watching the video my friend, cheers!
Thank you so much! I had a ton of fun with this one. For sure, I definitely get a lot of use out of my C-stands. I love how versatile they are, and they can be a huge help when I want to get a creative shot when filming myself. Lots of super fun and creative options for sure! Thank you for watching the video my friend, cheers!
Great video! I enjoyed seeing all the extra little things that you do. I also think that a great entry level camera is the Sony ZV-E10! I have been using it for a while and it's great! You can mostlikly find one second hand for under $500.
Thank you so much I really appreciate that a lot! That's a great suggestion, the ZV-E10 was actually one of the cameras I had in mind. I think it'll be a great camera to use for that video idea! Thank you for watching and for the camera suggestion. Can't wait to make that video! Cheers!
Awesome! Thanks for sharing this man. Picked up 2 C stands for a steal the other day (£140 for the pair!!). They've really expanded my options and I'm super excited to utilise them in my projects 🙂 Looking forward to the next video Dude
Absolutely! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. Woah that's an amazing deal for your c-stands! They're super helpful and fun for getting creative shots like the one in the video, especially when filming solo. Thank you so much for watching the video my friend, cheers!
Thank you so much I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! Absolutely! I used a baby pin to 1/4 20 thread adapter. It came with the Amaran 60X when I bought it, but I think you can find something similar on websites like B&H, or maybe even Amazon. I hope this helps! Thank you for watching the video my friend, cheers!
Hey! I use the Sennheiser MKE 600. Love this mic! I've used many mics in the past, but I've had this one for a few years now and I use it for a lot of my projects, and the majority of the videos on my channel. I hope this is helpful! I've left a link below if you're interest in checking it out. Thank you so much for watching the video, it truly means a lot, cheers! a.co/d/4eiQure
Thank you so much! I'm having a lot of fun making these videos and I'm super grateful to see that they can help. Thank you for watching the videos, and for all the support and encouragement my friend, it truly means a lot. Cheers!
Gary!! Thank you so much I had a ton of fun making this one. I'm really glad the video could help. It's great to hear from you my friend, thank you so much for watching the video!
This was a really good one :) Although we might *know* about these things, it’s easy to forget in the heat of filming and over time, so these reminders from time to time about things like transitions and other elements are useful reminders of our options :) Will for sure try to be more intentional about incorporating this into some future videos :D
Absolutely, so true! It's super fun to be reminded of techniques I haven't used in a while, for me it'll usually spark a new idea. Love it! 🎥 Thank you so much for watching my friend, cheers!
Another great video Dude! A lot of this stuff I've already learned but I still watch your videos anyway because they're beautifully executed and inspiring. (And there's still usually a little nugget of information you surprise me with so I still end up with a takeaway). Thanks man - I appreciate you right back 🙂
That's awesome, thank you so much that really means a ton! I've been having a lot of fun making these videos and have been trying out new things lately. I'm so glad to see that they can help and are enjoyable to watch. Thank you so much for watching my friend, cheers!
For sure great question! I'm going to be honest, this isn't a film I've studied a whole lot, but here are my thoughts. Although Baraka is a non-narrative documentary, the director still takes the viewer on an intentional journey. All of the decisions, techniques, camera choices etc., were intentional for telling the story he wanted to tell, human nature and our impact on the environment. Again, I'm absolutely not an expert on this film, this is just my opinion based off of my take away from the film and interviews I've read with the director. I'd love to hear your take on it as well! Thanks for reaching out and for watching the video my friend, cheers!
@@foxandcrowncreative hmm you make some really good points! It actually brings up a really interesting philosophical question. Is something cinematic because of the story it’s telling? or can something be cinematic without having a story tied to it, for different factors (lighting, composition, color, production design, etc)? I guess it depends how we define cinematic (I guess I’m defining it loosely as something that looks like it could belong in a movie shown at the cinema). I’ve seen some cinematography reels that I’d call “cinematic” that don’t have an overarching story. But then I guess we need to clarify what we mean by story, too. Can a single shot that doesn’t tell a complete “story” be “cinematic”? The philosophical side of me might ponder these things for a while haha. Happy to hear your continued thoughts too, either way
Thank you my friend I really appreciate that a lot! It's been super fun and I'm really happy to see that the videos can help. I'm so glad you enjoyed this video, thank you so much for watching!
You are talking a lot about color grading without mentioning Lighting which is the basis for any look. The color grade is just the touch-up of what was shot. At least in my opinion obviously. Grading and Lighting are all part of the same process. Great video none the less.
Hey, thank you so much for reaching out I really appreciate the feedback! Absolutely, I completely agree. In the video, I mention a few times that there are many elements like composition, lighting, etc., that all work together to create a cinematic experience. I also say that color grading is just one among many elements that make up a cinematic image, but it's not the only element. I did talk about color grading a little bit for context, but I agree that lighting and color grading work together and I could've talked about that more in this video. I will definitely keep that in mind in future videos. Thank you for watching the video and for reaching out, it truly means a lot. Cheers, my friend!
Awesome vids!! I'm testing the FX3 today for podcasting! I had the A7IV and currently have the A7Cii and although their video is great, the thought of them shutting down mid podcast is not comforting. I like the form factor of the FX cameras, so I'm thinking this will be a sweet setup. Subscribed!
That's awesome! I think that the FX3 is a solid choice for sure. The XLR inputs on the top handle and the cooling fan are a huge plus, especially for a podcast setup. 🎥 Thank you so much for watching, subscribing and for reaching out, it truly means a ton! Cheers, my friend!
A story well told (or shown and heard) will be immersive, and when combined with care in lighting and sound design it will be cinematic...but story is always king. Technical expertise and superb color grading (e.g., teal and orange) without story is just fancy, irrelevant noise. Thank you, Ryan, for making every frame count!
Very well said and I couldn't agree more! I love the whole filmmaking process and how we can use each element to tell our stories in a very captivating and visual way. 🎥 Thank you so much for watching and for reaching out my friend, I love talking about things like this. Cheers!
Sometimes it is hard to explain what makes a video cinematic. It is much easier to point out when a video is not cinematic. I agree with you on the story part being the most important aspect. For me the cinematic style is the way the story is being told and shown. To capture and show the moments in an immersive way, where the viewer feels like he is a witness of the story being told. Using techniques and viewpoints that do not reflect the daily real world expierence, but where it can make it feel like a real life experience for the audience. Oh boy reading my comment it sounds way to complicated. 😅
Absolutely, I couldn't have said it better myself! I remember when movies like Jurassic Park came out I I was blown away and would often forget that I was watching a movie at times. When I was a kid I would watch all of the behind the scenes footage after watching the movie (I still do this haha), and of course found that there were many decisions carefully crafted to create a viewing experience that felt real and I absolutely fell in love with that process. I totally agree, it's hard to describe in just a few words. There was so much more I wanted to add in the video. In a nutshell, I believe that through intentional decisions within the cinematography and edit, to provide context and a natural flow that compliment the script and story throughout the entire process can truly create a cinematic experience. For me, these are the tools that we can use to tell our stories in an immersive way. Much like word structure can be used to bring a book to life, or how a brush and canvas can make a paint come to life. I can chat about this forever haha, but I truly loved your take on the word, very well said. Thank you for watching the video and for reaching out, I love talking about things like this. 🎥 Cheers, friend!
Absolutely I'm happy to help! I got the light stand in the video a few years back and I can't remember exactly what brand it is, but I found an Amazon Basics version that looks like it's very similar. It might even be the same stand but I can't seem to find a brand name on mine. Here's a link below. a.co/d/ciRrxZ4 I hope this helps! Thanks for watching the video my friend, cheers!
Hey could you do the same thing but with an entry level camera and a 35mm focal lens. Because most of us starting out don't have a full frame or g master glass.
Absolutely! That would be super fun and I would love to make that video. Thank you so much for reaching out with this video request and for watching the video, it truly means a lot. Cheers!
Thank you my friend! Absolutely, that's a great idea! It would be fun to create a video similar to this one, but only using ambient light. That would be a challenge for sure, but I already have ideas brewing in my head for how I would do it and it would be super fun. Let me know if that is something you might like to see because I would love to make that video! 🎥 Thank you for watching and for all of your encouragement and support, it truly means a ton. Cheers!
Thank you so much! That's awesome, I think you're going to love it! I'm pretty amazed by all the X60 can do. It's definitely my favorite 60W light at the moment. I'm really glad the video could help! Thank you so much for watching and for reaching out, it truly means a lot. Cheers, my friend!
Thank you so much I really appreciate that a lot! I’m having a lot of fun making these videos and it’s just really awesome to see that they can help other people on their journey as well. Thank you so much for all of your support and encouragement my friend, it truly means a lot. Cheers!
I found your channel just recently, and have been watching videos one by one. This channel reminds me of the channels like Film Riot 5, 6 years ago. (Back then, there were more 100% analog how to do things with low / zero budget, without helper, and it was more fun.) I'm a solo shooter on a shoe string budget, and I really like what you show can be adapted for people like myself , for even less gear & money. I just finished the video showing the example of how do I do "camera tilting up" while filming myself solo. As someone said, "The limitation elevates the art"! Thanks for making this series of videos!😃
Thank you so much that means a ton! It’s been super fun making these, and challenges like the one in this video are some of my favorite videos to make. I love the creativity that comes out of the limitations. 🎥💡 Absolutely! I’m so glad you’re enjoying the videos and that they can help. Thank you so much for watching and for supporting the channel, it truly means a lot. Cheers, my friend!
Hey, great question! It looks like you can use it with the iPhone 8 and any model iPhone after that. I hope this helps! Thank you for watching the video, it truly means a lot. Cheers!
