How to film STAR WARS miniatures like The Mandalorian | Tutorial After Effects

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Learn how to film your old Star Wars toys and make them look like the miniature spaceships in the original trilogy and more recently the Razor Crest in The Mandalorian! ILM (Industrial Light and Magic) had motion control, we just had a slider and a wide angle lens...
In-camera miniature special effects were such a big part of the original Star Wars trilogy, and this is why so much in these films still looks amazing today. Even the prequels used a surprising amount of models.
Now if like me, you grew up in the 80s or 90s and have some Star Wars toys lying around, this can be a really fun experiment to try. Although these are very small, and they're not nearly as big as the models that were used for making the original films, it made me want to try and experiment to see if we could get some shots of them looking good. And these days, it has never been easier to combine shots of miniature models with other digital effects and really bring a scene to life. We tested this idea by shooting a miniature Star Destroyer and Tie Fighter against a blue screen, to try and recreate some similar-looking 'flying' shots from the original Star Wars films. This is a really fun effect to try as most of the effect is achieved in-camera, by moving the camera instead of the model. We removed the background using Keylight in Adobe After Effects and could then drop in a starry background to represent space.
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@beachlove7519 3 года назад

I love how this guys attitude when approaching vfx is “let’s just figure it out” using really simple stuff and then *makes it look good*

@SteveRamsdenYoutube 3 года назад

That's a huge compliment, thanks

@beachlove7519 3 года назад

@@SteveRamsdenRU-vid Awesome to hear a response huge fan lol, You're welcome!

@Hellhamster 3 года назад

Professional lighting ,cameras ,sliders is not basic stuff

@beachlove7519 3 года назад

@@Hellhamster I just meant in terms of the ways he uses certain things like those Star Wars toys and makes them look like grade A miniatures

@HocusFocusProductions 3 года назад

Ya, I never seem to get to that last part. I did the mistake the last time I shot my miniatures of using my 50mm lens instead of my new 14mm, but I love mixing practical with digital. And, while a slider is super useful, just getting the most steady shot you can while making sure the camera moves a bit can really help.

@AlaskafishStudios 3 года назад

As someone who works primarily with miniatures and scale models, one thing you could have done to the toy to make it seem bigger is touch it up. Some really simple options would be to apply a black wash over the model. The wash, essentially highly diluted paint, would seep into the crevasses and build up on extrusions, giving you the illusion of screen space ambient occlusion. This creates more contrast, and creates this faux-shadows, which can create the illusion of the greeble looking much larger (as it should be since it's a giant space ship).

@mr.g.9958 3 года назад

"And you, we will watch your career with great interest."

@consumeproduce 3 года назад

Practical in camera effects ALWAYS feel better.

@MrInsaneA 3 года назад

gotta disagree. personally so glad amidala’s ships and the kaminoans were cgi for example. Some designs work better with that ethereal dissonance imo. CGI is a tool like any other, the result is what matters

@thomervin7450 3 года назад

@@MrInsaneA lol dude disagrees just to disagree.

@CyberSpaceFilms 3 года назад

@@thomervin7450 Yeah, that's what disagreeing is about. I personally agree with @MrInsaneA

@hrishik_ 3 года назад

@@MrInsaneA while amidala's ships will forever remain timeless, using CGI will inevitably expose your work to potentially be a product of its own time, and certain sequences just won't age well. The Battle of Coruscant for example is slowly showing that, and I'm 200% sure the final battle of avengers endgame will be practically unwatchable 20 years down the line. Star Wars 1977 on the other hand looks realistic all the same.

@headmasterhastings4884 3 года назад

@@MrInsaneA the Nubian starfighters were physical models, but yeah I mostly agree. A setting like Kamino or Coruscant can really only be created digitally.

@mordaciousfilms 2 года назад

Thank you for being one of the few RU-vid channels that shows ACTUALLY ACHIEVABLE VFX solutions that don't require expert CGI expertise or expensive tools. This is all stuff that I can do with my Adobe software and some artistry and patience, and that's what I want to see more of here on RU-vid. Reminds me of OLD SCHOOL Indymogul when they were showing the absolute CHEAPEST and easiest effects anyone could do!

@SteveRamsdenYoutube 2 года назад

Thant's the idea! enjoy :)

@leighemmerson 3 года назад

Top video Steve as always. Small correction however - you need a 'large' depth of field not a small one! The instructions about closing your aperture are correct it's just the words that were wrong!

@SteveRamsdenYoutube 3 года назад

Haha I always get that wrong - good spot!

@willmfrank 3 года назад

@@SteveRamsdenRU-vid On the other hand; when combining miniatures with live action, a relatively shallow depth of field in your live action shot may help it match the miniature more closely.

@vp21ct 3 года назад

What's especially nuts is that there's some really, really good quality models out there for Star Wars. Get some Armada ships and you could have a kickass fleet shot.

@goji9892 3 года назад

I’m actually going to do that.

@dj-7154 3 года назад

My god this is amazing. One of my best channels on youtube. thanks Steve

@SteveRamsdenYoutube 3 года назад

Many thanks, stick around for more!

@georg101 3 года назад

Really nice. I'd love to see more miniature effect scenes (like adding people to miniature sets to make it look, as if they were physically there)

@alexgrimm354 3 года назад

I would love to see this with lego star wars ships

@amantv9326 3 года назад

The shadow of the tie fighter in the destroyer just sells it at profit😘😘...now I think I will be the budget Lucas 😂😂😂

@jayconnor9753 3 года назад

My approach to filmmaking is using miniatures and practical effects that are enhanced by digital tools and resources, so I think that helps sell the realism instead of simply just using one over the other. Great video!!

@asphaltandtacos 3 года назад

I prefer this look over CGI any day. Yes, it is better to do some things with a computer but a practical effects approach is better when it is safe to do so.

@MauricioJara 3 года назад

Yeah I like it when movies use practical and visual FX. When combined and used correctly, they can give you awesome results.

@Bruh-zx2mc Год назад

@@asphaltandtacos They literally just said they use CGI in addition to practical.

@wafflehousez Год назад

Can I see some of your projects?

@MaxV11 3 года назад

Great video! A quick note: ILM guys were actually filming models at a very low speed (1 frame every 1 or 2 seconds) because the longer exposure on each frame allowed them to have the whole model in sharp focus, stopping down the lens,. This way they could achieve a more realistic depiction of a starship that was supposed to be gigantic and, for this reason, all in focus. I really admired how they figured out all the best ways to film those models inventing techniques that simply weren't there! Thanks for the video, super inspiring!

@davidhalver9692 3 года назад

John Dykstra!

@MaxV11 3 года назад

@@davidhalver9692 what a genius!!!

@TGiannini007 2 года назад

Excellent discussion of aperture, shutter speed, type of lens, etc. Well done. And thank you for sharing your knowledge.

@SteveRamsdenYoutube 2 года назад

You're very welcome, there is more similar stuff in my recent video "How to Film Miniatures"

@offthematrix5310 3 месяца назад

Great Tutorial! It's nice to find a person who knows how to work with cameras and models. All the other tutorials for effects I found are dependent on having After Effects. I did a lot of effects for my channel with only basic software.

@dubstepzsi Год назад

Oh my god i'm buying the sigma FP camera next week and now because of you guys i am going to but some Airfix Tie-Fighter models and X- Wings i was going to do a tie fighter x wing battle on blender as a little project but i love how you guys have demonstrated why models and pyrotechnics should come back. i love your videos. I as much as you obviously do want to advocate for practical VFX to come back, it's one of the reasons why i love Nolans films.

@faisalf888 3 года назад

Was waiting for this.... Thank You so much Steve ❤️

@tardisglitch547 3 года назад

Title: "How to film STAR WARS miniatures like The Mandalorian" Original trilogy: "We stand here admist *MY ACHIEVMENT! NOT YOURS!"*

@Uhfgood 3 года назад

green/bluescreen shots are always fun to watch... I may try it sometime

@sehkhyro 2 года назад

this is the absolute best channel jesus man

@jeronimotamez9567 3 года назад

This is a lifesaver! Thanks for the tips, they’re going to be really useful for my Star Wars film I’ll working on

@wafflehousez Год назад

how is that going? I'd like to know.

@arsenykarkach3844 8 месяцев назад

Closing the iris INCREASES depth of field!

@BenjaminROUX Год назад

Incredible. Even if I'm not skilled at all in special effects and movie editing, all the concepts are explained very easily. Thanks for sharing !

@CesarGamino 3 года назад

this was so much fun to watch - GREAT TUTORIAL!!

@mohammedyunus3276 3 года назад

Bro Ur VFX works are really super bro love from india

@brandonjacksoon 3 года назад

Amazing video! Always cool! Thank you for your VFX video!

@Yootjoob 3 года назад

Thanks for your video, Steve you're a GENIUS!!!!

@Swiftey-wu2qq Год назад

Used to have that Star Destroyer. Micromachines. Was my favourite toy, that and the T65 Xwing toy

@SpencerStamitoles 3 года назад

Easily my favorite video, absolutely amazing

@Kiggezoo 2 года назад

Fantastic! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

@thomaswindfeld728 3 года назад

The force is with you Steve! Love it;)

@Razgriz911 3 года назад

those toys are from the action fleet series by galoob! super awesome they even had little pilots

@goggleheroomegamaple820 3 года назад

id like too see tokusatsu film affects like giant monster vs giant robot practical effects. id love to see what angles you would use

@GlinFilm 3 года назад

YESS I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS! This is exactly what I’ve been hoping for!

@BossKingLegoProductions 3 года назад

@GlinFilm 3 года назад

@@BossKingLegoProductions poggers

@JohnnyGuitaristOfficial 3 года назад

Very awesome!! Thank you gor these awesome tricks and tips.

@gabequezada2066 3 года назад

BEYOND AWESOME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@lukeskywalkerlucasfilm 3 года назад

Luv it Steve!

@dominatorz 3 года назад

This is amazing 🔥🔥🔥

@chriswilloughby48 3 года назад

I really enjoyed this. Reminds me of the magazine CineFX.

@Storyx1 3 года назад

Good job ! Very good result !

@ritaappiah953 3 года назад

You have been a really great help to me. Thanks.

@GustavLjungdahl 2 года назад

fantastic and helpful for my current filming

@davetinoco 3 года назад

Absolutely phokin amazing

@PCcardboard1354 3 года назад

so far i am loving your channel

@_d_h_ Год назад

love this. !

@OllisFilmkueche 3 года назад

Great tutorial! Thank you!

@flavioprado10 2 года назад

I like your tips Mr Ramsden. Tanks

@sorarouge6351 3 года назад

"I'M JUST RUNNING, IN THE EIGHTIES!!!!!!!!!"

@ihabiano 2 года назад

God bless you! Information you provided and the way you clarified them and elaborating on them was terrific! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

@SteveRamsdenYoutube 2 года назад

A pleasure! Thanks

@riotechmod Год назад

Awesome, for more better look and add depth in Scene using After effects, just make all layers 3D, add a camera, set focus on spaceship moving object and shift the background way back in z axis. It will give more realistic feel.. 🙌♥️

@Asithan476 3 года назад

This is so amazing and creative. Keep up the good work :D

@WLANDFILMS 11 месяцев назад

Great video thanks for the tutorial 👏🏻🤖🙏

@ninjamotivation_oficial 3 года назад

incredible work

@knightforlorn6731 Год назад

this is so cool. Im subbed

@bradleycorreia2481 3 года назад

Awesome 👏💯👀

@rivitheadlab2523 3 года назад

i REALLY LIKED THIS VIDEO! thanks!

@jackintheblox506 3 года назад

Amazing!

@Classheroes 3 года назад

Thanks Steve. I really enjoyed that. I might have to do it with my model of the Liberator :-)

@Meteotrance 2 года назад

Painting dirt on model kit works even better, i do also that in CGI model with texture paint make it dirtyier make the stuff more believable, Lucas and his team was really pionnering that kind of work.

@SteveRamsdenYoutube 2 года назад

That's a great tip

@robertomondello2447 3 года назад

Amazing😍😍😍

@Skydrowalker Год назад

I'm just not finding your channel and this video is fantastic. Loved everything about it! The energy, the tone, loved the suggestions for if you have different equipment.

@SteveRamsdenYoutube Год назад

Glad to hear!

@walter0327 3 года назад

Really cool Really good tutorial !

@athingawungshi5079 3 года назад

Amazing top videos 👍👍👍

@legotimefuntime5438 3 года назад

Somethings never go away it of style.

@JackGordon Год назад

So cool

@davidhalver9692 3 года назад

Wow, Steve... Really Exceptional DYI Tutorial! Truly Amazing how Adobe and PCs have advanced FX from the old school days of Optical Printers and Composite Photography and Traveling Mattes... ouch! Makes me wish I were 20 again! Thanks so much! Great Stuff... Color me "Subscribed"!!!

@BlackRoseBurning 3 года назад

This was awesome

@Woodsaras 3 года назад

Amazing video, as always. :::)))

@kasicaprasica573 3 года назад

Awesome!!!!

@PopExtra 3 года назад

so cool! 😀

@finsantos4630 Год назад

Cool!!

@DunkanWinter 3 года назад

Super cool

@roshithvr4913 3 года назад

Awesome AWESOME

@mohammedsadiq69 3 года назад

This is my first your video and I love it and subscribed less than 10 seconds

@superindieshortfilms Год назад

Wow!!!🤩!!!

@StinkingKevin 3 года назад

That is how a tutorial should be done. Thank you.

@ZoharGoldMine 3 года назад

great video!

@RedCaio 3 года назад

Oh wow, I was not prepared for his eyes. Biggest eyes I've ever seen. Elijah Wood and Emma Stone getting jealous. This is not a dis, btw. I'm so sorry if it seemed that way.

@willwaggenspack6411 3 года назад

Awesome

@PhantomEye11 3 года назад

Sick

@mnaword6589 3 года назад

very good bro

@user-gj5mf2xq6b 3 года назад

I like it 😊❤️ thanks bro 🙂

@robzilla730 3 года назад

SUBBED!

@MelbourneShorts11 3 года назад

this is just what i need.

@AnimationGoneWrong 3 года назад

Thanks, Steve! Now I have to find myself a good wide-angle lens! And a slider... and some Star Wars models... and... LOL. ❤️❤️❤️

@SteveRamsdenYoutube 3 года назад

Haha well they say start with what you have :)

@AnimationGoneWrong 3 года назад

@@SteveRamsdenRU-vid True enough! But the wide angle lens really kicks it up a notch!

@willmfrank 3 года назад

Couple of tips: -- Use different scales of miniature to achieve distance effects; a smaller miniature will look farther away than a larger one, even if placed side by side; useful for static shots where you don't want to do multiple passes. -- Use paint washes to weather your miniatures; a pristine miniature will look too much like a toy.-- even a simple black or dark grey wash will simulate deeper shadows than those that show up on the shallow detail of a small miniature.

@lightyearsawaythejourneyaf6144 3 года назад

Thanks for The cool Info 👩‍🚀🚀

@cgworm6111 3 года назад

this was most interesting video ever, pleese make more star wars stuff

@AntoniosPapantoniou 3 года назад

Absolutely great tutorial, if possible please mention your exact lighting set-up for the blue screen (type of lights etc), thanks a lot.

@adelsaid3476 3 года назад

Thanks dear Steve

@H.o.o.k 3 года назад

👍Cool!!! my Respect!!!

@MarcusViniciusMO 3 года назад

Que canal maravilhoso!!!!!

@pjgc1762 3 года назад

This video needs more, more and more views!,

@georgefilmanimation 3 года назад

This is amazing! I've been wondering how to do this for months! How did you make that shadow?

@budekins542 Год назад

Impressive.

@plazmate3329 3 года назад

Epic...

@fives-theloyalsoldier6247 3 года назад

Cool

@masterversal-toyhunter Год назад

would love to see some one do this with the X-WING gaming miniatures

@butcherstorys3473 3 года назад

Thank you

@RaikenXion 3 года назад

Thanx for these tips, i'm going to use them in my own retelling of the sequel trilogy. I've bought a few of the toys cheap to shoot them for visuals of space battles and scenes, but i've got to make most of them myself from card and plastic tubs/bottles, cause still costs alot of money. Most my money has already been spent buying some Hot Toys 1/6th scale figures of the main characters, and i'm looking to buy upto twenty 1/6th scale Phicen flexible figures, and i'm making my own outfits and costumes for those. But this is useful cause i was wondering how exactly i would do the whole space shots so thanx! 👍