A Non-Technical Approach To Achieving The Cinematic Look
As independent filmmakers, we’re always chasing the elusive “cinematic look”. The ultimate goal is usually to increase production value…
Directing & Producing
The 10 Most Important Lessons I’ve Learned About Directing Narrative Films
Ask any budding filmmaker what their goal is for the future, and nearly all of them will say – I…
What Sets Marmoset Apart From Other Music Libraries: The Search Tool
There are a lot of music licensing sites out there – some good, and others… well, not so…
Check Out My Interview With Voyage LA Magazine About The Challenges I Faced When Beginning My Filmmaking Career
A few weeks ago I was interviewed by a local magazine here in Los Angeles (Voyage LA), about…
BEACH BUM: A Short Film Shot On URSA Mini 4.6K With No Crew
When I was first starting out as a filmmaker I would constantly make little short films as a means to…
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…
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…
