Rigging Up My URSA Mini With Wireless Audio For A One Man Band Film Shoot
This summer has been a busy one, at least as far as productions go. I’ve spent the better…
Directing & Producing
The Power Of Micro Budget Filmmaking: Why Less Money Can Be Better
The single biggest challenge that independent filmmakers face when embarking on a feature film project is raising funds. While…
3 Reasons Why The New Canon 5D MK IV Might Not Suck
The Canon 5D MK IV was finally announced yesterday, and the news has been underwhelming for the most…
How Making a Lined Script Can Transform Your Directorial Process + Download My Shot List Template Here
Many indie filmmakers have a tendency to skimp out on pre-production, and two of the most important tools…
Cinematography Rant: The One Thing Most DPs Don’t Realize Is Holding Their Careers Back
One of the most common questions I get from readers of this blog is “How do I break…
Raw Behind The Scenes Footage From “Starlet” – Shot On The Panasonic Varicam LT
This past week I directed a short film which will be the last short-form project I complete before my upcoming…
3 Of The Most Critical Elements For The Success Of Any Short Film
On the surface, short films can appear to be far easier to execute than features, but in reality…
Have Digital Cinema Cameras Started To Plateau? Here’s Why It May Be A Good Thing.
Without a doubt, cinema camera technology has continued to get stronger and more affordable with each passing year. It…
Some Truth About Film Festival Rejections & Why Fee Waivers May Give You A Big Upper Hand
As readers of this blog know, I rarely (if ever) post outside content on this site. 99% of the…
The 5 Worst Mistakes To Make When Shooting In Golden Hour
I love shooting with natural light, and particularly during golden hour. In fact, whenever possible I aim to…
Why Of All Cameras I Just Bought A Leica Point & Shoot For Filmmaking
Like many filmmakers, I own several cameras, each of which have their own specific purpose. Some are better suited…
First Impressions Of The Digital Bolex D16 & Why It’s Perfect For My Next Short Film
When Digital Bolex first hit the scene in 2012 with their Kickstarter campaign, I was instantly fascinated by…
