Video Tutorial: How to Shoot in Harsh Sunlight
The sun is a great source of natural light, but it can also ruin your shot. In this video tutorial, we cover a few tips you need for your next outdoor shoot. Recording videos inside can be a breeze —…
Anthony Najera
Anthony Najera is a freelance filmmaker based in Dallas, TX. He runs his own production company, "Colectivo Creative Media", which specializes in content creation, music videos, and corporate videos. He fancies himself a pizza connoisseur and loves talking endlessly about his passion for coffee.
Filmmaking 101: How to Make a Documentary
So you want to make a documentary? Here are the key steps, from concept to screening. Documentaries are a great way to tell a story that’s happening in real life, or shed light on a situation that you think deserves…
Dolly Zoom: What’s Behind the Vertigo Effect
The dolly zoom is an effective technique for creating disorientation in-camera. Here’s what you need to know to pull it off. Camera moves can tell a story, and there are few as unique as the Dolly Zoom. In this tutorial,…
Video Tutorial: How to Direct an Interview
So you’re ready to direct your first interview. There’s more to it than camera placement and proper lighting. Here’s what you need to know. Directing and conducting on-camera interviews is a skill every videographer needs at some point. Tutorials discuss…
3 Production Tips to Inspire Your DIY Filmmaking
DIY filmmaking is all about being creative and solving problems. Here are 3 production tips you can use in your next project. Every day, a new gadget comes out that promises to improve your filmmaking and give you those Hollywood-style…
How to Create 3-Point Lighting at Home on a Budget
A three-point lighting setup can make the difference between an amateur home-recording and one that looks professional. This video tutorial shows you how. Let’s face it, professional video lights can be expensive. The average lighting setup can run hundreds (if…