You guy have the best lighting tutorials on TH-cam. The fact that you actually turn the lights off and then turn them on in sequence is amazing and people typically won't take the extra time to do that. Thanks guys!!
I think I'll go with GLOW. So much of the show is played for laughs, but the look is very dramatic and desaturated, and it serves as a visual reminder that even though things are funny to us, it's serious for the characters.
I love the unique use of lighting in Netflix’s Daredevil. I find the use of under lighting(I don’t know if that’s a real term) and silhouettes to be really well placed. Not only for the mood of the show but also for the fact that it’s a show about a blind man.
The best example I can think of is probably westworld. (Totally broke the genre rule) A show unlike any other with it's unique take on the sci-fi genre and take on cinematography. Upon reading the description of the show before I watched it, I expected the theme park in Westworld to look highly technological and futuristic but the creators actually broke this rule and went completely 'western' in terms of lighting motivation and cinematography. One would expect a scifi show to have lots of blues and greens as a main color palette but not Westworld with it's deep oranges and browns, totally out of the ordinary and demonstrates the mastery of the craft for the cinematographers and directors who work on this show. Again probably one of the best exapmles of how the creators of a show clearly broke conventioanl rules to create a unique never before seen feel and aesthetic for the show. Loved the episode by the way, thanks !
I love the lighting in Haunting on Hill House and a lot of horror movies in general because what makes a great horror movie is not just the acting but the lighting and the music is so crucial.
I feel like Netflix's Russian Doll did a great job at not just being 1 type of style. It has interiors, street shots, very composed shots as well as very run and gun-looking shots. Their lighting goes from very composed to very natural looking depending on their environment and always aiming to make it look authentic to the situation the protagonist was in. A great example of going with the flow and making your story a priority!
On the show Master of None, they had episodes set in Italy, and were bold enough to try to capture the feeling of old Italian movies. It was black and white but also lit in the same way.
Handmaidens Tale - Biggest Rule Breaker right now!!! Talk about head room!!! But their framing is ALWAYS indicative of the characters current plight or emotional state. The cinematography of that show is on point & amazing!! But very non-conventional.
Not exactly breaking the rules, but on shows like Atlanta, DP Christian Sprenger has stated that as the mood shifts between episodes and seasons, so does the visual language. Examples in creating that stylized realism are purposefully underexposed on certain episodes or changeing cinematic styles and even luts mid episode. That Teddy Perkins episode...um um umm some of the greatest television ever filmed!
HI, Nice videos. All your videos are very nice and helpful, but in this tutorial of yours, the lighting is very low, in which case, the ISO of the camera would have to be bumped up, which will end up in too noisy picture. How do you correct it ? Normally, the lighting would be bright and it is controlled to this effect either through exposure or post production.
I would have to say that Mr. Robot breaks rules not just in camera angles, but also switching up the genre at times. But I also think it's a great show that shows all of the examples you just preformed.
A show that breaks these rules continuously is Community! The show itself is a comedy, but by changing how they do the lighting, dialogue, music, and more they can change genres within the episode itself without losing the overarching comedic structure (for example the post apocalyptic drama of the paintball episodes, or going way off the map and doing stop motion for a Christmas theme!)
My favorite show that broke or would subvert lighting rules was Pushing Daisies. They shot a lot of green screen stuff, but the fantasy vibe was undercut by real drama!
Anthony Bourdain’s “Parts Unknown” only learned the rules to break them. That show is takes a food show, travel film and documentary and turns it on its head visually. Multi-cam, cinema verite done in a style that would make Martha Stewart pass out. Parts utilized slow motion, more advance image tech (Panny Varicam) and kinetic camera operating in that then adapts and changes in mood and feel based on the country/city he traveled to.
I love these videos. I teach Broadcast-Video Production in high school and it's great to share with the students so they can see what and how it's done in the real world. Can you share any light plots to some of these set ups?
Thanks for the Tips Aputure . Great Video. a TV show called Mr.Robot use lighting Very Differently and they how i see it is they break the rules of composition and lighting every time .
Yes! House of Cards breaks the rule of thirds in the beginning when Kevin spacey was placed in the middle of the frame with a lot of headroom on top. The camera was also shooting from a very low angle. You’re welcome!
Should we set our camera color temperature to the lighting temperature? in this video example, CTO was used, so the camera white balance should be set to 3200k? :)
Getting ready to launch a web series. Loads of different lighting scenarios. This helps a lot. Thanks. Begs the question; dealing with classrooms that have LED lights and natural light? Anyone?
"The Night Of" broke a lot of rules regarding framing and also lighting. The framed people very far off and not in the "rule of thirds" and looking away from camera. I really enjoyed that show. It was dark and had a very unique look and feel.
Luther does a good job of rule breaking with its coverage. When they cross cover single shots of people talking to each other the angles are framed extremely opposite of traditional coverage.
Stranger things has a very nice older style lighting, you also did a tutorial on it ;) It definitely lit differently than the other netflix tv shows, which as you pointed out all have that cable drama look
The Strain: they used so many rgb colored lights, and so much hard shadow, near noir style lighting - but it was a horror show, so that makes sense, too :)
True detective Season Three breaks these rules. In the first episode, there's a scene where Mahershala Ali and his partner are sitting outside and the show's crew decided to use the car's headlight as a sidelight/hairlight. It's a pretty unique lighting shot.
Did I miss something, or is the office really a single cam production? Are not multi cam productions generally filmed at once like in front of a life studio audience? I thought the office was improv filmed with single cam with various takes...
The first show that comes to mind and wasn't mentioned here is "Dear White People." While it is a comedy, it tackles some serious issue about racism and activism, all with those beautiful saturated indoor shots. I think a lot of their look could be compared to Riverdale, which incorporates all of those moody shots, obviously gelled lighting, dominant teal/orange grade, and lots of dramatic short lighting. But they still utilize all of those bright colors everyone likes to see these days. Just with a lot less neon. From a visual standpoint, it's far from what you expect to see in a comedy. In fact, they break a lot of these conventional rules of lighting and framing. A lot of the indoor shots are very cool, and don't match the practicals at all. Occasionally, they used that quadrant framing Mr. Robot has become known for. They did an amazing job retaining wide ranges of skintones without sacrificing their moody looks, and I think their cinematographer should be applauded for that.
Back here in my country every tv shows break all these rules Since most of the times sun is the only source and only thing they do is reflect the sunlight when shooting towards the sun😂
Insecure really breaks the rules when it comes to lighting. I've never seen such dynamic lighting to light black skin and you will see the main actor silhouetted from time to time.
Haha some words were cut out in-between. What I meant was that for comedy, everything is generally lit up (foreground and background). But because of that, the image can be quite bland when everything is the same brightness. So to make your bright subject stand out from your bright background, a hair light is a good technique to use. Hopefully that clarifies it!
Best TV show ever?
Yo... Y'allgotta do an episode where everything is lit with several AL-M9s as a whole little film.
GOT! great tips Valentina and Ted 🙌
Punisher!!!
Or Vikings hahaha
This is best episode ever!!
You guy have the best lighting tutorials on TH-cam. The fact that you actually turn the lights off and then turn them on in sequence is amazing and people typically won't take the extra time to do that. Thanks guys!!
YES! Loving Valentina! Excited to learn more in future videos!
Dunna Did It thanks!
I think I'll go with GLOW. So much of the show is played for laughs, but the look is very dramatic and desaturated, and it serves as a visual reminder that even though things are funny to us, it's serious for the characters.
I love the unique use of lighting in Netflix’s Daredevil. I find the use of under lighting(I don’t know if that’s a real term) and silhouettes to be really well placed. Not only for the mood of the show but also for the fact that it’s a show about a blind man.
this is one of the best and most informative BTS / how-to videos for lighting and cinematography on TH-cam
The best example I can think of is probably westworld. (Totally broke the genre rule) A show unlike any other with it's unique take on the sci-fi genre and take on cinematography. Upon reading the description of the show before I watched it, I expected the theme park in Westworld to look highly technological and futuristic but the creators actually broke this rule and went completely 'western' in terms of lighting motivation and cinematography. One would expect a scifi show to have lots of blues and greens as a main color palette but not Westworld with it's deep oranges and browns, totally out of the ordinary and demonstrates the mastery of the craft for the cinematographers and directors who work on this show. Again probably one of the best exapmles of how the creators of a show clearly broke conventioanl rules to create a unique never before seen feel and aesthetic for the show. Loved the episode by the way, thanks !
I love the lighting in Haunting on Hill House and a lot of horror movies in general because what makes a great horror movie is not just the acting but the lighting and the music is so crucial.
I feel like Netflix's Russian Doll did a great job at not just being 1 type of style. It has interiors, street shots, very composed shots as well as very run and gun-looking shots. Their lighting goes from very composed to very natural looking depending on their environment and always aiming to make it look authentic to the situation the protagonist was in. A great example of going with the flow and making your story a priority!
Best line of the interview "...basically anything on Netflix." lol 4:35
I'm about to comment this.. but I watched it on year late ,lol !
On the show Master of None, they had episodes set in Italy, and were bold enough to try to capture the feeling of old Italian movies. It was black and white but also lit in the same way.
Valentina Vee is My Big... Big... Love
I can't wait to see what these guys bring to NAB :D
Momentum Productions it’s gonna be ... lit
AWESOME!!!! You guys are planting seeds of greatness, you’re harvest will be great! Keep up the great work, thank you!
Handmaidens Tale - Biggest Rule Breaker right now!!! Talk about head room!!! But their framing is ALWAYS indicative of the characters current plight or emotional state. The cinematography of that show is on point & amazing!! But very non-conventional.
Not exactly breaking the rules, but on shows like Atlanta, DP Christian Sprenger has stated that as the mood shifts between episodes and seasons, so does the visual language. Examples in creating that stylized realism are purposefully underexposed on certain episodes or changeing cinematic styles and even luts mid episode. That Teddy Perkins episode...um um umm some of the greatest television ever filmed!
HI,
Nice videos. All your videos are very nice and helpful, but in this tutorial of yours, the lighting is very low, in which case, the ISO of the camera would have to be bumped up, which will end up in too noisy picture. How do you correct it ? Normally, the lighting would be bright and it is controlled to this effect either through exposure or post production.
I would have to say that Mr. Robot breaks rules not just in camera angles, but also switching up the genre at times. But I also think it's a great show that shows all of the examples you just preformed.
A show that breaks these rules continuously is Community! The show itself is a comedy, but by changing how they do the lighting, dialogue, music, and more they can change genres within the episode itself without losing the overarching comedic structure (for example the post apocalyptic drama of the paintball episodes, or going way off the map and doing stop motion for a Christmas theme!)
has anyone ever won the lights from Aputure's video comment? or is it just a marketing gimmick
So its a No i guess.
Awesome content, thanks
My favorite show that broke or would subvert lighting rules was Pushing Daisies. They shot a lot of green screen stuff, but the fantasy vibe was undercut by real drama!
Lighting is very important
Anthony Bourdain’s “Parts Unknown” only learned the rules to break them. That show is takes a food show, travel film and documentary and turns it on its head visually. Multi-cam, cinema verite done in a style that would make Martha Stewart pass out. Parts utilized slow motion, more advance image tech (Panny Varicam) and kinetic camera operating in that then adapts and changes in mood and feel based on the country/city he traveled to.
Awesome as Always! I hope you guys do an episode were you guys just use AL-M9s to lit the film?
I love these videos. I teach Broadcast-Video Production in high school and it's great to share with the students so they can see what and how it's done in the real world. Can you share any light plots to some of these set ups?
Thanks for the Tips Aputure . Great Video. a TV show called Mr.Robot use lighting Very Differently and they how i see it is they break the rules of composition and lighting every time .
Yes! House of Cards breaks the rule of thirds in the beginning when Kevin spacey was placed in the middle of the frame with a lot of headroom on top. The camera was also shooting from a very low angle. You’re welcome!
Fantastic
Mr.Robot dialogue scenes, positions the actors to the far left or right leaving a large amount of background beside them.
Should we set our camera color temperature to the lighting temperature? in this video example, CTO was used, so the camera white balance should be set to 3200k? :)
Getting ready to launch a web series. Loads of different lighting scenarios. This helps a lot. Thanks. Begs the question; dealing with classrooms that have LED lights and natural light? Anyone?
did u guys backlight the Frosted window with its own bounce as well?
Your chanel the Best!!!
Why are you discontinuing the Lightdome Mk II?
Thank you guys
More importantly? Where do we get an Aputure tee shirt from?
"The Night Of" broke a lot of rules regarding framing and also lighting. The framed people very far off and not in the "rule of thirds" and looking away from camera. I really enjoyed that show. It was dark and had a very unique look and feel.
As always, good filming content.
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Your male model/actor didn't seem nervous at all in his shots.
It’s not a TV show but Hype Williams’ Belly broke some rules. Simple ones too like the 180 degree during dialogue.
Luther does a good job of rule breaking with its coverage. When they cross cover single shots of people talking to each other the angles are framed extremely opposite of traditional coverage.
Amazing knowledge here! Thank you
Stranger things has a very nice older style lighting, you also did a tutorial on it ;) It definitely lit differently than the other netflix tv shows, which as you pointed out all have that cable drama look
I think I've met V at NAB...I think. If she was at the Aputure booth 2 years ago.
Yup that was me! I used to be Aputure's Creative Content Director back when it was just Ted and me.
@@valentinavee awesome, I remembered you because you were super nice. It's good to see you doing your thing. Cheers.
thank u Thank You THANK YOU!!!
The Strain: they used so many rgb colored lights, and so much hard shadow, near noir style lighting - but it was a horror show, so that makes sense, too :)
Ted wit da two jobs!
last two episodes here before Vee takes over as host. :) - TED
I love that youre still here Ted
last two episodes here before Vee takes over as host. :) - TED
Indy Mogul Cool! Vee seems awesome and you’re doing amazing at Indy Mogul
I'd say for the questions asked the ABC show blackish is one good one example, I hope I win my prize!!!
Would be great to learn lighting for The Office
Best way to gel the original Light Dome with the 120D II?
Hot topics! Does Aputure still have any array transmitters for sale?
True detective Season Three breaks these rules. In the first episode, there's a scene where Mahershala Ali and his partner are sitting outside and the show's crew decided to use the car's headlight as a sidelight/hairlight. It's a pretty unique lighting shot.
when i want to make a large shot how i do with the light above will be seen
Please from a no budget how to create light flickers to create thunder and lightening effects
Did I miss something, or is the office really a single cam production? Are not multi cam productions generally filmed at once like in front of a life studio audience? I thought the office was improv filmed with single cam with various takes...
ConqueringParenthood the office is multi-cam
Valentina Vee its listed as single cam on various sites. You do mean the US version?
The first show that comes to mind and wasn't mentioned here is "Dear White People." While it is a comedy, it tackles some serious issue about racism and activism, all with those beautiful saturated indoor shots. I think a lot of their look could be compared to Riverdale, which incorporates all of those moody shots, obviously gelled lighting, dominant teal/orange grade, and lots of dramatic short lighting. But they still utilize all of those bright colors everyone likes to see these days. Just with a lot less neon.
From a visual standpoint, it's far from what you expect to see in a comedy. In fact, they break a lot of these conventional rules of lighting and framing. A lot of the indoor shots are very cool, and don't match the practicals at all. Occasionally, they used that quadrant framing Mr. Robot has become known for. They did an amazing job retaining wide ranges of skintones without sacrificing their moody looks, and I think their cinematographer should be applauded for that.
What about multi camera?
Where to find good quality DP for independent films. More like up in coming
How to grand dancer one roof cinema lighting?
Back here in my country every tv shows break all these rules
Since most of the times sun is the only source and only thing they do is reflect the sunlight when shooting towards the sun😂
thaks have flim class
she loves them cto :)
Insecure really breaks the rules when it comes to lighting. I've never seen such dynamic lighting to light black skin and you will see the main actor silhouetted from time to time.
Ted wit fa two jobs!
last two episodes here before Vee takes over as host. :) - TED
wait.........i thought he was on INDY MOGUL NOW
last two episodes here before Vee takes over as host. :) - TED
I hear music from Artist
First she said, " if everything is bright nothing stands out" then she said "we wanted to make sure everything is bright" wtf lol
Haha some words were cut out in-between. What I meant was that for comedy, everything is generally lit up (foreground and background). But because of that, the image can be quite bland when everything is the same brightness. So to make your bright subject stand out from your bright background, a hair light is a good technique to use.
Hopefully that clarifies it!
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Stranger Things : )
I thoght u left
last two episodes here before Vee takes over as host. :) - TED
Mr. Robot breaks so many rules it aint even funny.
cinematic????????????