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1. Lighting is only one part of cinematography. 2. Videographer is someone who directs, shoots, edits while cinematographer is only responsible for the image. 3. Camera does matter and choice of your camera will be one of the most important part of cinematography, as well as lenses and diffusions filters and of course lighting. What you really wanted to say I guess is the difference between beginner/amateur cinematographer VS experience/professional one. You put really good effort into this video and is very educational from lighting stand point. Sorry to be that guy but I had to call out on the videography vs cinematography as I see a lot of other videos, considering videographer is a beginner cinematographer, which is really not the case.
That’s a good point and camera and lenses of course matter but beginners always seem to think that buying a new camera will elevate their work when it’s just not true. The real difference in your work is going to come from things like studying, lighting, composition, and how to tell a story with your shots. In so many words, I do agree with you. I think a videographer is not necessarily a beginner, but someone who is sort of a jack of all trades and doesn’t really focus on just the cinematography aspect of filmmaking.
100% true. It is more about the beginner vs experience, because there are plenty of one man band very experienced documentary filmmakers, who shoot beautiful compositions, relying on natural light and direct and edit their own films. @@Alexzarfatifilms It is matter of skills.
@@dathofilms to be honest a lot of the times the TH-cam, title and thumbnail have to be catchy enough to grab someone’s attention and they’re not always 100% on the mark with exactly what the videos gonna be about. Ultimately I do agree with you.
A big part of cinematographer vs videography is you need to see everything with videography. It’s event data capture where cinematography is more art so the subject could be a total silhouette if the style of the film will allow it. That doesn’t really work for corporate interviews
The key difference between a cinematographer and a videographer is a cinematographer shoots to film and a videographer shoots to media (tape or solid state).
@@kurtwallrath1844 Roger Deakins one of the most acknowledged cinematographers today shoots a lot on the Arri Alexa. SSD media type digital camera. Control over your tools is what’s needed for cinematographers like control over T-stop control over focus control over everything. Videographers mostly just shoot to capture the moment so they rely more on auto tools. Less creative choices. Saying “cinematographers use film videographers use tape,SSD” is discounting all of the cinematographers that used all legitimate cameras from Red,Arri,Sony
@@elliotalderson2479 you speak the truth....the progress of technology has made these formerly tech-defined categories become invalid. But for better or worse, we keep using the same words, which creates argument and confusion.
I think in these terms. A cinematographer is creating an artistic image often much different from the reality. A videographer is usually attempting to show unadorned, unmodified reality as closely as possible
Alex this was excellent and super helpful. I’m a photographer moving into video, and while I’m very accustomed to how lighting with strobes is a huge help for still photos, lighting for video is new to me-yet I can see that it’s still essential is raising production value and is something I’ll want to pursue. I know that making a well-produced, helpful video like this is a TON of work. Thank you!!
I did a degree in cinematography but evidently I wasn't that good for school and honestly, I barely learned anything, I cant believe I'm learning more through TH-cam. Great informed and explained video on cinematography and even greater for the people like myself with short attention spams .
@@Alexzarfatifilms Honestly I can't call myself a cinematographer when I'm starting to learn the basics once more haha!! I did a degree on it and then a masters on photography, I love photography but I have 0 clue on the technical side of photography, how did I pass these degrees? Pure luck I think! . So I'm just an enthusiast of the art of photography :)
EXCELLENT VIDEO Love this video... but please Note... that even though the background music is really nice... it is a little too loud, interfering with your voice making it hard to hear you at times. We just want to HEAR YOU TALK... and learn all these fascinating and knowledgeably things you know. Thank you again, for making this great video
Just a minor correction - negative fill does not "absorb" light. While DP's talk about it like that, that is not what is occuring on a technical level. Negative fill SUBTRACTS fill. Great video.
Great tutorial. One thing to add is that the backish side light that we see in nearly every Hollywood film is called reverse key lighting (see the Interstellar scene at 3:30 in the timeline). You place the camera on the fill side of the subject to catch the key light wrapping around the reverse side of the face.
There is a reason why the professional responsible for the lighting and immersion in the movies is called "Director of Photography". As they are photographers that work together with the "Cinematographer" that is responsible for the camera operations (camera angles, field of view, perspective etc is by DP). Then there are the other professionals that work with those two, like Scene Artist or Set Decorator and then Prop Master. The most important person in the movie production, is the producer. He is the #1 decision maker, who hires everyone to create the movie as the producer has seen it to be done. Director is responsible to get the actors and lines work for the view that producer had when seeking the director and everyone else to produce his chosen and funded movie. Producer in the TV shows is even more critical, as they have the all seasons, characters etc in their minds, where director can be changed on every episode. This is as well why Director of Photography is the key for visuals as great one will get the looks and stories done as wanted by producer and director. And many big budget productions halts when Director of Photography is required on other productions or gets sick etc. Basically everything that visually is seen in the movies, is work of the Director of Photographer, not work of the cinematographer or director. That is as well why every photographer should learn to handle flashes and lighting, as you can't get away with f/1.8 or f/1.2 lenses and say you are good portrait shooter. No... You need to know how to handle not just one light, but handle a dozen lights/sources and come up with the photo.
I learned lighting and composition from a master still photographer back in the 1970s and if I had to distill what I learned into one sentence it would be: “What contrasts most strongly with the background will attract the viewer’s attention first, the question then become what do you want them to see and dwell on next?” The main difference between still and motion pictures is that in movies the second part is accomplished by changing the point of view because the scenes are so short there isn’t time to wander the frame to find context, thus the use of strong contrast in tone and color between actor and background in most short scenes and camera movement in longer ones too direct the attention of the viewer.
Great breakdown. So many posting videos on youtube describe themselves as cinematographers without much apparent understanding of lighting or composition.
I loved how John Wick used the blue and red lighting to show whether John was in control of a fight. They used this light cue subtly, but when you know it's there it becomes so obvious. Great vid btw, really enjoyed it. A+
Surprised I've never come across your channel before now. Great information and great video. I'm just a guy on the internet but I didn't think the talking head, b-roll, titles, or stills dragged at all. Very well paced and put together.
Great!, after watching this video i truly feel like i learnt something really valuable. they way you explain makes even noobs like me feel like i can do this after just watching 1 video. I hope you continue to post such videos in future where we can get to learn new things. i subscribed.
Excellent overview video, with the key information easy to remember. Perhaps the best I've seen in cinematography tips in terms of the simple and general tips you can takeaway to instantly apply to your work. Thanks!
Thank you for this. I am a student, beginner filmmaker and I tend to get the two confused. I want to become a better cinematographer. This was helpful insight.
Use of light and use of composition. Playing foreground elements off of background elements. Play with perspective. Design elements. Leading lines. Cinematographers shoot scenes as if they are taking a photograph.
This is such a great analysis. I’m saving this so that I can references on a regular basis! Thanks for putting all this together in one place in such a great package.
man i hope my instructor doesnt know you or your videos because if he does he will surely be able to tell you taught me about cinematography and not him but he does think I'm like really super f***ing smart and got all i was explaining in class from him, oh yeah he's even smarter than me but thank you for this video you made it really easy to understand and that ability is the universal sign of a true smart man..Thanks
I've always had a love for film as well as photography. Im now at a point in life where i do not want to have any regrets, and im steeping out of my comfort zone and embarking on a new chapter into being a videograoher as my side gig to my main job. I always lived with regret and not pursuing my dreams right out of my high school . Instead i followed the norm of society and got a degree in which i dont even use. So its now or never.
Thanks Alex. Really appreciated your insights and thesis. I'm an experieced (award winning stills) photographer with a good understanding of light, but still found this helpful. I guess it's all about image/lghting design and intent rather than just using what's there, without considering how appropriate or otherwise the lighting is. I'm sold on doing the best you can albeit constrained by time, budget, clients etc etc. I'm a newbie (to moving vs stills imaging) attempting to learn more about video. I find the terms 'Cinematography' vs 'Videography' a little 'loaded' and perhaps even a tad pretentious. I agree with other commentators that it can (mistakenly IMO) be an allusion to experienced operators vs novices, which isn't helpful. I appreciate great lighting, have now invested in 4 Apurture lights and I'm attempting to further improve my lighting skills - learning how to position and modify intentionally etc. But as a small, amateur, shooter/operator it's difficult since one needs to understand a range or stuff = like audio and editing too. I occasionally collaborate with others, having joined an amateur film making group, which I'm hopeful will further my 'growth'. IMO it's unrealistic to try and compete with Holywood lighting and set designs (without the budget) so there are real limitations to what is achievable, without devoting substantial time costs (to help offset limited budget). But, nonetheless, the principles of cinematography (as it pertains to lighting) are apreciated even if it means I'm often needing to 'cut corners' for reasons of pragmatism.
Great video, although I hoped to find an explanation of the thumbnail (why the camera's 2700K WB is not in sync with the 3200K key light)... Nevertheless, subscribed. 💯
This more of what I want in the world of photography, not shilling for a certain brand, but how the pros make incredible scenes. I believe this is what made the original Blade Runner and scenes in Star Wars with Luke vs. Vader so impactful. Thanks for breaking that down in this video.
Great video. But I'm a bit puzzled by showing an RYB color wheel instead of an RGB one in a video about lighting. Your dissection of the use of complementary colors in the John Wick shot is excellent, and the colors are obviously not red and green, but red and cyan, which are opposite each other on the RGB color wheel.
forcing a comparison between a videographer and a cinematographer is like comparing a downhill skier to a cross country skier or a quarter miler to a marathon runner…they both use skis and sneakers but do entirely different things for different reasons.
Hi! Thanks for the advice. Quick question, for a remote interview type of podcast, how would you suggest I light myself? (I will have the mic in front of my, 45 degrees offy mouth). Does key light light the side of the face where the mic is or the other side better? Thanks! (I will use 2 led light panels)
- [00:01] 💡 Understanding the key difference between a videographer and a cinematographer: lighting. - [00:44] 🌟 Foundational concept: Cinematography should be motivated by the story, with lighting serving a purpose. - [02:28] 🌅 Backlighting: Essential Hollywood technique for creating a cinematic look, adding depth and dimension. - [03:01] 🚫 Negative Fill: Controlling light by absorbing it, adding shadow for depth and contrast. - [03:54] 🎥 Motivated Lighting: Imitating or accentuating existing light sources to enhance scenes authentically. - [05:26] 🎨 Using color: Utilize color in lighting, set design, and wardrobe to create depth, contrast, and mood.
How would you say we could apply these ideas to automotive video? As I shoot outside primarily and it’s of course a bit difficult to control the sun🤣 but wanted to see if you had any possible advice
Dear Alex. This is great video. Thank you for that. Could you please be so kind and let me know what music songs/tracks you used in this vid? Thanks in advance 💕
Thanks brother, i’m not sure about the actual tracks, but I know that I got all that music from Musicbed. They’re definitely my favorite music platform.
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1. Lighting is only one part of cinematography. 2. Videographer is someone who directs, shoots, edits while cinematographer is only responsible for the image. 3. Camera does matter and choice of your camera will be one of the most important part of cinematography, as well as lenses and diffusions filters and of course lighting. What you really wanted to say I guess is the difference between beginner/amateur cinematographer VS experience/professional one. You put really good effort into this video and is very educational from lighting stand point. Sorry to be that guy but I had to call out on the videography vs cinematography as I see a lot of other videos, considering videographer is a beginner cinematographer, which is really not the case.
That’s a good point and camera and lenses of course matter but beginners always seem to think that buying a new camera will elevate their work when it’s just not true. The real difference in your work is going to come from things like studying, lighting, composition, and how to tell a story with your shots.
In so many words, I do agree with you. I think a videographer is not necessarily a beginner, but someone who is sort of a jack of all trades and doesn’t really focus on just the cinematography aspect of filmmaking.
100% true. It is more about the beginner vs experience, because there are plenty of one man band very experienced documentary filmmakers, who shoot beautiful compositions, relying on natural light and direct and edit their own films. @@Alexzarfatifilms It is matter of skills.
@@dathofilms to be honest a lot of the times the TH-cam, title and thumbnail have to be catchy enough to grab someone’s attention and they’re not always 100% on the mark with exactly what the videos gonna be about. Ultimately I do agree with you.
A videographer is uncle Bob filming his nieces birthday party on his phone
@@shawn3d😂😂😂😂
A big part of cinematographer vs videography is you need to see everything with videography. It’s event data capture where cinematography is more art so the subject could be a total silhouette if the style of the film will allow it. That doesn’t really work for corporate interviews
The key difference between a cinematographer and a videographer is a cinematographer shoots to film and a videographer shoots to media (tape or solid state).
@@kurtwallrath1844 Roger Deakins one of the most acknowledged cinematographers today shoots a lot on the Arri Alexa. SSD media type digital camera. Control over your tools is what’s needed for cinematographers like control over T-stop control over focus control over everything. Videographers mostly just shoot to capture the moment so they rely more on auto tools. Less creative choices. Saying “cinematographers use film videographers use tape,SSD” is discounting all of the cinematographers that used all legitimate cameras from Red,Arri,Sony
@@elliotalderson2479 you speak the truth....the progress of technology has made these formerly tech-defined categories become invalid. But for better or worse, we keep using the same words, which creates argument and confusion.
I think in these terms.
A cinematographer is creating an artistic image often much different from the reality. A videographer is usually attempting to show unadorned, unmodified reality as closely as possible
Alex this was excellent and super helpful. I’m a photographer moving into video, and while I’m very accustomed to how lighting with strobes is a huge help for still photos, lighting for video is new to me-yet I can see that it’s still essential is raising production value and is something I’ll want to pursue. I know that making a well-produced, helpful video like this is a TON of work. Thank you!!
I did a degree in cinematography but evidently I wasn't that good for school and honestly, I barely learned anything, I cant believe I'm learning more through TH-cam. Great informed and explained video on cinematography and even greater for the people like myself with short attention spams .
lol that’s great to hear so glad you found value in this! Are you a cinematographer?
@@Alexzarfatifilms Honestly I can't call myself a cinematographer when I'm starting to learn the basics once more haha!! I did a degree on it and then a masters on photography, I love photography but I have 0 clue on the technical side of photography, how did I pass these degrees? Pure luck I think! . So I'm just an enthusiast of the art of photography :)
I really hope you success in telling the world your story through visuals. @@soundsbynature3714
EXCELLENT VIDEO
Love this video... but please Note... that even though the background music is really nice... it is a little too loud, interfering with your voice making it hard to hear you at times.
We just want to HEAR YOU TALK... and learn all these fascinating and knowledgeably things you know.
Thank you again, for making this great video
One of the most well-explained videos I've ever seen on lighting. Well done.
Just a minor correction - negative fill does not "absorb" light. While DP's talk about it like that, that is not what is occuring on a technical level. Negative fill SUBTRACTS fill. Great video.
I'm confused, I thought that was exactly what it was doing. Neg fill subtracts fill by absorbing the light, no?
Incredibly direct and to the point. Thank you🎉
Thank you.
I wanted a video like this and I feel like I got something
Videos dealing with lighting are invaluable
No problem brother glad you enjoyed it🙌🏻
The difference betweek a cinematographer and videographer is that cinematographers create a feeling, while videographers capture it
Great tutorial. One thing to add is that the backish side light that we see in nearly every Hollywood film is called reverse key lighting (see the Interstellar scene at 3:30 in the timeline). You place the camera on the fill side of the subject to catch the key light wrapping around the reverse side of the face.
There is a reason why the professional responsible for the lighting and immersion in the movies is called "Director of Photography". As they are photographers that work together with the "Cinematographer" that is responsible for the camera operations (camera angles, field of view, perspective etc is by DP). Then there are the other professionals that work with those two, like Scene Artist or Set Decorator and then Prop Master.
The most important person in the movie production, is the producer. He is the #1 decision maker, who hires everyone to create the movie as the producer has seen it to be done. Director is responsible to get the actors and lines work for the view that producer had when seeking the director and everyone else to produce his chosen and funded movie. Producer in the TV shows is even more critical, as they have the all seasons, characters etc in their minds, where director can be changed on every episode.
This is as well why Director of Photography is the key for visuals as great one will get the looks and stories done as wanted by producer and director. And many big budget productions halts when Director of Photography is required on other productions or gets sick etc. Basically everything that visually is seen in the movies, is work of the Director of Photographer, not work of the cinematographer or director.
That is as well why every photographer should learn to handle flashes and lighting, as you can't get away with f/1.8 or f/1.2 lenses and say you are good portrait shooter. No... You need to know how to handle not just one light, but handle a dozen lights/sources and come up with the photo.
So informative and to the point. Excited to play with lighting going forward. Thanks!
I learned lighting and composition from a master still photographer back in the 1970s and if I had to distill what I learned into one sentence it would be: “What contrasts most strongly with the background will attract the viewer’s attention first, the question then become what do you want them to see and dwell on next?”
The main difference between still and motion pictures is that in movies the second part is accomplished by changing the point of view because the scenes are so short there isn’t time to wander the frame to find context, thus the use of strong contrast in tone and color between actor and background in most short scenes and camera movement in longer ones too direct the attention of the viewer.
I am glad I have watched this at a time when am going to shoot tomorrow
Great breakdown. So many posting videos on youtube describe themselves as cinematographers without much apparent understanding of lighting or composition.
I loved how John Wick used the blue and red lighting to show whether John was in control of a fight. They used this light cue subtly, but when you know it's there it becomes so obvious. Great vid btw, really enjoyed it. A+
I thought cinematography was an art, but it is an art plus science. Great analysis and video! thanks a lot.
Thank you for such an indepth explanation!
love & appreciate your content... Right ON !!!
Thanks brother
Thank you for these man, seriously educational. Trying to step my game up this year and this helps tremendously.
This is such an excellent breakdown of cinematography lighting, I appreciate you taking the time to make this video. Kudos.
Surprised I've never come across your channel before now. Great information and great video. I'm just a guy on the internet but I didn't think the talking head, b-roll, titles, or stills dragged at all. Very well paced and put together.
That’s awesome man. I’m so glad you found the channel. Great to have you.🙏🏻
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Thank you my man
Great!, after watching this video i truly feel like i learnt something really valuable. they way you explain makes even noobs like me feel like i can do this after just watching 1 video. I hope you continue to post such videos in future where we can get to learn new things. i subscribed.
Nicely done. Showing the true difference here is great!
This is a great reminder about lighting
Excellent overview video, with the key information easy to remember. Perhaps the best I've seen in cinematography tips in terms of the simple and general tips you can takeaway to instantly apply to your work. Thanks!
really excellent, I had a Cinematographer demonstrate these principles in real life in a bar! Hoping to work with him soon, on a set
you make it so much easier to understand, thank you
My pleasure
I've just discovered a hidden gem in the cinemagraphy world here!
Thanks brother🙌🏻
new creator here - just started a month ago - and i was always reflecting on how to improve. this video helped a lot - thank you!
Thank you for this. I am a student, beginner filmmaker and I tend to get the two confused. I want to become a better cinematographer. This was helpful insight.
Use of light and use of composition. Playing foreground elements off of background elements.
Play with perspective. Design elements. Leading lines.
Cinematographers shoot scenes as if they are taking a photograph.
This is such a great analysis. I’m saving this so that I can references on a regular basis! Thanks for putting all this together in one place in such a great package.
great video, but the position of the lights are the main reason for the contrast.
Very informative. Thank you. Learned a lot!
Thank you so much! Great video!
Listen, this was a great freaking video. But also the music had me feeling so calm and focused haha!
man i hope my instructor doesnt know you or your videos because if he does he will surely be able to tell you taught me about cinematography and not him but he does think I'm like really super f***ing smart and got all i was explaining in class from him, oh yeah he's even smarter than me but thank you for this video you made it really easy to understand and that ability is the universal sign of a true smart man..Thanks
Great video Alex!💪
I've always had a love for film as well as photography. Im now at a point in life where i do not want to have any regrets, and im steeping out of my comfort zone and embarking on a new chapter into being a videograoher as my side gig to my main job. I always lived with regret and not pursuing my dreams right out of my high school . Instead i followed the norm of society and got a degree in which i dont even use. So its now or never.
This one was good👍 Need to check more of your videos. Thx man🙌
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Thanks Alex. Really appreciated your insights and thesis. I'm an experieced (award winning stills) photographer with a good understanding of light, but still found this helpful. I guess it's all about image/lghting design and intent rather than just using what's there, without considering how appropriate or otherwise the lighting is. I'm sold on doing the best you can albeit constrained by time, budget, clients etc etc.
I'm a newbie (to moving vs stills imaging) attempting to learn more about video. I find the terms 'Cinematography' vs 'Videography' a little 'loaded' and perhaps even a tad pretentious. I agree with other commentators that it can (mistakenly IMO) be an allusion to experienced operators vs novices, which isn't helpful. I appreciate great lighting, have now invested in 4 Apurture lights and I'm attempting to further improve my lighting skills - learning how to position and modify intentionally etc. But as a small, amateur, shooter/operator it's difficult since one needs to understand a range or stuff = like audio and editing too. I occasionally collaborate with others, having joined an amateur film making group, which I'm hopeful will further my 'growth'. IMO it's unrealistic to try and compete with Holywood lighting and set designs (without the budget) so there are real limitations to what is achievable, without devoting substantial time costs (to help offset limited budget). But, nonetheless, the principles of cinematography (as it pertains to lighting) are apreciated even if it means I'm often needing to 'cut corners' for reasons of pragmatism.
Thanks, this is really informative. I’ll try and use it when I can.
Learned a lot from this. Thank you.
Glad my brother
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Great work. Subscribed. I'll use some of these tips in my aviation career course videos.
FANTASTIC VIDEO, THANKS!!!
Great video, although I hoped to find an explanation of the thumbnail (why the camera's 2700K WB is not in sync with the 3200K key light)...
Nevertheless, subscribed. 💯
This more of what I want in the world of photography, not shilling for a certain brand, but how the pros make incredible scenes. I believe this is what made the original Blade Runner and scenes in Star Wars with Luke vs. Vader so impactful. Thanks for breaking that down in this video.
Do you recommend Tungsten or LED lights? I prefer LED lights.
It depends on what your going for but more often than not I use Bi colored LED
Hey Alex, very inspirational content. Thx!
This is the best place to learn because i recently started my youtube channel
Lighting really makes a difference!
Great video. But I'm a bit puzzled by showing an RYB color wheel instead of an RGB one in a video about lighting. Your dissection of the use of complementary colors in the John Wick shot is excellent, and the colors are obviously not red and green, but red and cyan, which are opposite each other on the RGB color wheel.
Wow, thanks. Really good explanation!
The camera can’t be anything without the light supporting it. Cinematography is a talent you can only have once mastering photography and lighting
this is top tier info thank you
Famous cinematographer, Vittorio Storaro, said it all, declaring, "Cinematography is writing with light."
Thank you, this is a great source!
0:45 whats the music playing called?
its motivating me thanks for this ,Great content
Great video thanks!
Dude, your background is amazing! And the video quality aswell!! Sub+1
Quick question about your thumbnail. If you want a warmer look on skin, wouldn’t your camera have to be set to a higher Kelvin than the key light?
Damn! 😮. He's actually right.
forcing a comparison between a videographer and a cinematographer is like comparing a downhill skier to a cross country skier or a quarter miler to a marathon runner…they both use skis and sneakers but do entirely different things for different reasons.
Well, a cinematographer creates a world, a cinematographer captures a given reality.
Excellent. 🙂
Great information Alex!
this was so helpful thank you for sharing ❤
So cool ! thak you one more time !
Great segment!
Great breakdown!!
Thanks, Alex!
There is a flash frame at 2:17 seconds... but great video.
❤👍 saludos desde España 🇪🇸
Hi! Thanks for the advice. Quick question, for a remote interview type of podcast, how would you suggest I light myself? (I will have the mic in front of my, 45 degrees offy mouth). Does key light light the side of the face where the mic is or the other side better? Thanks! (I will use 2 led light panels)
- [00:01] 💡 Understanding the key difference between a videographer and a cinematographer: lighting.
- [00:44] 🌟 Foundational concept: Cinematography should be motivated by the story, with lighting serving a purpose.
- [02:28] 🌅 Backlighting: Essential Hollywood technique for creating a cinematic look, adding depth and dimension.
- [03:01] 🚫 Negative Fill: Controlling light by absorbing it, adding shadow for depth and contrast.
- [03:54] 🎥 Motivated Lighting: Imitating or accentuating existing light sources to enhance scenes authentically.
- [05:26] 🎨 Using color: Utilize color in lighting, set design, and wardrobe to create depth, contrast, and mood.
4:06 finally answering my question
Found it! background music (song) is called ero808 - OXYGEN
Great Content thank you!
Glad you liked it!
NOTHING BUT GREAT VALUE!
Thansk for sharing!
I thought you were the actor Jamie Dornan (50 shades of grey) has anyone ever told you that?
lol yeah I get that often
This is great. Thank you ❤
Would like to save this video to a Lighting playlist. No option to do that
What is the back ground music plz Thanks !!!
Spoken to like a true videographer.
LOL.
Great movie, thanks
how to make such a big square diffuser for the light?
Check this video out. th-cam.com/video/0V6EQpY5Hpg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=a7SL7d1bCv1JCAMy
Classe. Thanks.
How would you say we could apply these ideas to automotive video? As I shoot outside primarily and it’s of course a bit difficult to control the sun🤣 but wanted to see if you had any possible advice
Very valuable.. Thankyou
Your a-roll is beautiful lighting wise but I couldn't get over the fact you were off centre lol
Dear Alex. This is great video. Thank you for that. Could you please be so kind and let me know what music songs/tracks you used in this vid? Thanks in advance 💕
Thanks brother, i’m not sure about the actual tracks, but I know that I got all that music from Musicbed. They’re definitely my favorite music platform.
Thank you. My kudos to your kindness
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@@wwrobel Were u able to find the exact song name?
Found it! background music (song) is called ero808 - OXYGEN
Great video! Subbed!
CinemaGod! you the best sir
beautiful ....thanks...