Creative Filmmaker's Blog

Choosing the right camera crane can feel overwhelming, especially if you've never used one before. The difference between a spending all of your prep time and never getting a shot off and a smooth,...

The DJI Ronin 4D is one of the most advanced cinema camera systems available. It's a fully integrated 4-axis stabilized camera with the Zenmuse X9 gimbal, LiDAR focusing, and internal recording up ...

As I evaluate my past failures that ultimately led me towards success, I realize the FOUR most important aspects of applying for a grant to fund your film. 

As a screenwriter or a director, you’re responsible for so many different parts of the filmmaking process. The work achieved by both of these roles literally dictate what the film will turn into.  ...

Budget, actors, gear, effects... Wondering what is the most important element making a good movie? There is one key component and it won't cost you a thing. Learn how to make your story keep audien...

I needed a quick solution to mount my new Modus system with the wheel assemblies option. Rather than fabricate something from aluminum, I decided to make it a quick afternoon project out of inexpen...

Every so often, a low budget film produced with affordable gear comes along that is as good as a blockbuster hit made with a huge budget. So how do they do it? It helps to have great production ski...

I'm a member of a local filmmakers group who get together once monthly to create short films. We pull scripts in a lottery type system and after a month of pre-production, we shoot them on a weeken...

More than mastering the rules for proper camera settings and filming techniques, a major component that will draw your audience into your film is of course, a good story.A good story doesn’t start ...