This is How You Practice Cinematography (All By Yourself)

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  • @DylanBatista
    @DylanBatista  8 місяців тому +26

    The Process of Practicing Cinematography All By Yourself is now up on the channel showing you how I improve my cinematography skills!
    Here is the video:
    ua-cam.com/video/saaoPkGlyTA/v-deo.html

  • @XC999_Akainu
    @XC999_Akainu Рік тому +727

    "Filmmaking is one of the most complicated and highest forms of art there is. " I cannot agree more.

    • @extreme646
      @extreme646 10 місяців тому +2

      Art is simple

    • @dxlge
      @dxlge 10 місяців тому +2

      Not at all lol

    • @invis_potion
      @invis_potion 10 місяців тому +2

      It's my favorite art form thats for sure

    • @frisera4005
      @frisera4005 10 місяців тому

      Its an opinion

    • @muditkhanna8164
      @muditkhanna8164 9 місяців тому

      does art require a skill mastered over a long period of time?

  • @windwildwater
    @windwildwater Рік тому +24

    8:57 "The one person you can always rely on is yourself" ... that hit deep

  • @FeralDucky
    @FeralDucky 6 місяців тому +100

    When I was a teenager (back in the 90s) all I wanted was to be a filmmaker. This continued until the early 2000s (before UA-cam) and I had various cheap cameras, some of which were so big they mounted on my shoulder. But it never left. I want to make cinematic vlogs, not because I am extra important or think my life is interesting, but I just enjoy looking at life through that cinematic lens. It's not real, it's dream-like. But it's wonderful.

    • @נוגהבןשימול
      @נוגהבןשימול 5 місяців тому +6

      I subscribed to your account and I’ll be here to watch whatever you make. Dreams are what we should live for, and if you want to do it, I’ll watch it.

    • @norwegianhero
      @norwegianhero 4 місяці тому +3

      Subscribed to your channel as well. I’m rooting for you.

  • @HanNguyenBuiNgoc
    @HanNguyenBuiNgoc Рік тому +146

    My major is screenwriting and i think visual thinking is very important for those who learn about film. Your video inspires me a lot. Thank you!

  • @LeanBraga
    @LeanBraga Рік тому +5

    I have a s23 Ultra phone, and I intend to buy some lens to work with it and to improve my skills. I'm passionate about cinema since I was a child. I studied acting in college, but now I struggle to get hired in a production. It's a crazy business, and I felt like I'm nobody so many times, even with my wild big dreams reflecting the shots from the movies I've watched. Your video gives me strengh, Dylan, to frame myself and show all this feelings to the world insted of waiting for them to see me.

  • @fohx
    @fohx Рік тому +197

    This was such generous teaching, especially to someone who is is new to all of this - thank you xx

  • @EGInspection
    @EGInspection Рік тому +2

    Appreciate the nuts-and-bolts approach, and suggestions like 'just stay in one room' and sticking to movies for inspiration. Thank you.

    • @EGInspection
      @EGInspection Рік тому

      My 'morning routine' video from a few weeks ago: ua-cam.com/video/sNrGg3NaOYc/v-deo.html

  • @xInfisphere
    @xInfisphere Рік тому +194

    This is severely underrated. Masterpiece editing, lighting, color grading, wow!

  • @nathananderson8720
    @nathananderson8720 Рік тому +45

    This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my UA-cam channel 9 months ago about self development. Now I have 1,668 subs and > 1k hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I could haven’t learned without getting started in the 1st place.

    • @JohanFitFoodie
      @JohanFitFoodie 11 місяців тому +2

      Great job, I'm still working the first 1k subs haha! Let's make 2024 the best so far 🔥

    • @nathananderson8720
      @nathananderson8720 11 місяців тому +1

      @@JohanFitFoodie Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my UA-cam channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a UA-camr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this UA-cam thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)

    • @JohanFitFoodie
      @JohanFitFoodie 11 місяців тому

      @@nathananderson8720 fantastic to hear your story! I try to learn and develop while I can, trying to be humble for what I don't know. Best of luck on the UA-cam greetings from Jakarta, but typically Beijing. Next up: editing some vlogs 😊🏙️🌄🍖🍗

    • @nathananderson8720
      @nathananderson8720 11 місяців тому

      @@JohanFitFoodie Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my UA-cam channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a UA-camr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this UA-cam thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)

    • @Larasunshine9
      @Larasunshine9 4 місяці тому +1

      Congratulations! A room filled with 1000 people sitting there listening to you is a BIG room!! No one is you, so comparison isn’t valid. You ‘re doing great! Celebrate the wins and be easyyy🎉

  • @justiceplusss
    @justiceplusss Рік тому +24

    The examples both from existing films and your own work were really helpful to see. You've got me thinking about how I can play around visually with the stories I want to tell. Thanks

  • @AbdalrhmanOS
    @AbdalrhmanOS Рік тому +22

    learning 3d engines are an excellent way to practice it. as you try a lot of shots quicker than in real life. only downside is, it takes time to create and animate the models. but honestly if you're just practicing then it doesn't matter how detailed your scenes are, which increases the learning speed as well. personally i use blender and maya but i recommend blender for beginners. GOOD LUCK

  • @Santi-pf2pw
    @Santi-pf2pw 3 місяці тому +4

    I hope that's a good sign. With this video, time seemed to pass slowly. It felt longer compared to entertainment videos, but in a good way. Definitely was worth watching.

  • @EverywhereNYC
    @EverywhereNYC Рік тому +42

    I agree with what you said about watching movies for cinemagraphic inspiration. For instance, I rewatched the movie joker yesterday and was flabbergasted by the cinematography.. The problem is movie cinematography is not easy to duplicate using smartphones and basic cameras

    • @HarishBabuM
      @HarishBabuM Рік тому +1

      Why not?

    • @EverywhereNYC
      @EverywhereNYC Рік тому +3

      @@HarishBabuM because the really stunning unique shots use high priced equipment and come from years of experience.. I'm talking about the shots that just take your breath away

    • @lemonysticket
      @lemonysticket 2 місяці тому +1

      @@EverywhereNYC i mean i agree, but there are films that use famously low-budget setups and manage to create beautiful images around the limitations of the medium. like shadows by cassavetes and following by nolan

  • @VincentForDesign
    @VincentForDesign Рік тому +16

    I appreciate the thoughtful selection of music for various scenes in your content (surprisingly, it's not highlighted as one of the points!). It significantly enhances the storytelling, elevating the overall experience by a factor of 10. Unlike many vlog-style videos on UA-cam that tend to excessively rely on music to convey sophistication in their storytelling, your approach strikes a perfect balance.

  • @caryoakley8049
    @caryoakley8049 10 місяців тому

    I’m sure glad to have come across this video, I found myself being overwhelmed with just having myself to work with, I’ve been studying digital cinematography well over a year now and this video spoke inspiration to me from start to finish .

  • @yusufkarriem4806
    @yusufkarriem4806 10 місяців тому +2

    Very interesting thank you for sharing your thoughts & skills, yes im really interested

  • @thealiendude4675
    @thealiendude4675 Рік тому +10

    Another great source of inspiration and where you learn basics are paintings. Like classic paintings, Rembrandt, Vermeer, Ajwasowski etc. at my first year as cinematography student our teacher made us go to painting gallery every weekend and study classical paintings. He said that everything photographer needs like composition, lightning, colors can be found in works of greatest painters. Also it develops your taste in visual arts. And as I said composition, light, color was mastered by painters long ago before camera was invented, so you can learn a lot from them.

  • @largebottomproductions
    @largebottomproductions Рік тому

    I'm a music producer and songwriter looking to start possibly doing my own cinematography for videos of my recording sessions and this was an awesome presentation. I am a new subscriber thanks for sharing,

  • @Sinceroca
    @Sinceroca Рік тому

    Tu no lo vas a creer pero mientras veía el video algo me decía “pero este pana parece dominicano” 🤣🤣🤣 mierda que duro!! Muy interesante bro!! 🔥🔥🔥 nuevo suscriptor!

  • @sampitrevoice
    @sampitrevoice 7 місяців тому +2

    Just found you, and man... I'm so inspired to get started. Right now I'm more of an audio guy (Radio producer) but cinema has always intrigued me. Thank you for making this seem accessible for beginners! I hope to bring some beautiful stories to life and inspire like you.

  • @shankarjaiswal3731
    @shankarjaiswal3731 Рік тому +12

    You are blessing for many people who wants to improve cinematography, lovely man, hats off ❤

  • @curlymarnick
    @curlymarnick Рік тому +35

    This is an absolutely fantastic video, I am in awe! I am a young aspiring filmmaker and this video is helped and inspired me more than words can say. Your cinematography is guenuinely some of the best I've ever seen, I aspire to be as good as you some day. Thank you.

    • @2Jonny
      @2Jonny Рік тому

      glad this helped curlymarnick with the walter white profile picture !

  • @margauxlopez1017
    @margauxlopez1017 11 місяців тому

    I am glad I found this today. I am starting a small business and all the advice about product filming and photography is so uncomfortable to me - bright, commercial etc. I like taking different forms of art and merging them together. It is a beautiful thing to play with and makes me feel that I can create stories and atmosphere around my business that is not cookie-cutter and draws from my interest in art and story-telling. Really appreciate this!

  • @grandpa_plays_chess2
    @grandpa_plays_chess2 10 місяців тому

    I have to say this was one of the best videos I've ever seen on UA-cam. Captivating, as well as instructive. How many times will I have to watch this to become aware of all of the things I don't know. Watch it again, and learn one more thing. You have taught this old dog a lot of new tricks. And that's not even getting to _inspiring_ I am impressed, young man. Best wishes.

  • @Cama8leon23
    @Cama8leon23 Рік тому

    I love cinema. Now Im living in Havana, Cuba. Im from México city, Usually when you love cinematography you try to do good things. After watched your video I will try to shoot my everyday routine, Havana is really special. Thanks for share.

  • @RyBee
    @RyBee Рік тому +95

    That record player shot with you, golden bro. I love how you focus on all the important elements. Also the audio and flow in this video is brilliant and has so much useful information. Love the film references, and messages too. Amazing video. Keep it up ❤

    • @DylanBatista
      @DylanBatista  Рік тому +2

      Thank you!! I'm really happy with the outcome of the video 🙌🏼

  • @r.velasquezm
    @r.velasquezm 10 місяців тому +4

    Loved this mannn wish you the best in your projects!

  • @lostintravel14
    @lostintravel14 10 місяців тому +1

    Wow, amazing video. ❤️ Please make a detailed video covering all these aspects in detail. Maybe a series like you mentioned. 🙂

  • @ponderwithjess
    @ponderwithjess Рік тому +4

    THAT was freaking fantastic! Thank you so much for making that.

  • @rsadien
    @rsadien Рік тому +21

    This video in itself is an absolute work of art. You inspired me, dude, thank you.

  • @MIDencezzz
    @MIDencezzz Рік тому

    Your video come in the right moment for Me, I would love to make movies but first I want to have a stable ground becoming a psychology and making film stuff in my free time, thank you fr

  • @SeanPDurham
    @SeanPDurham Рік тому +9

    This is a great introduction for cinematography - scenes, lens, lighting ideas...I thoroughly enjoyed it, and listened and watched intently throughout. Cheers! Sean

  • @sigmaswag777
    @sigmaswag777 3 місяці тому

    I’m unexpectedly surprised at how well and pleasing to the eye this video is made.

  • @jelese21
    @jelese21 9 місяців тому

    This was great. I am a self taught artist currently teaching myself to animate and this video gave me a very real place to start. Thank you. I can turn this dream into reality by applying the practical steps you mentioned.

  • @leslietrevor255
    @leslietrevor255 10 місяців тому +2

    This was a great watch Dylan..

  • @chiaracacialli
    @chiaracacialli 9 місяців тому +1

    From someone who doesn't know much about the subject, I can say that I really appreciate your video 👍🏻😊

  • @nigelgould-davies6950
    @nigelgould-davies6950 5 місяців тому

    I wish I had discovered you sooner. This is wise and inspirational, without any fluff. Your pointers about resources for reference shots etc are extremely helpful too.

  • @dellfonic
    @dellfonic Рік тому

    Thanks man, much appreciated... 49 yr old ex graphic designer, photographer, now cine... much love

  • @bafeink2
    @bafeink2 Рік тому +1898

    Ironic you say don't draw inspiration from youtube videos yet your whole video is a Gawx video. It doesn't matter where you get your inspo from. get wide shot inspo from travel cinematics, learn framing from interviews, get grading ideas from reels, learn macro shooting from food tutorials. Even Greg Freiser talked about how he gets ideas from youtubers

    • @coziigurl
      @coziigurl Рік тому +223

      This comment is very helpful but not everyone knows who/what Gawx is

    • @marlonlangoni6552
      @marlonlangoni6552 Рік тому

      @@coziigurl ua-cam.com/video/yLiBehpMhbw/v-deo.html

    • @derrickvinci
      @derrickvinci Рік тому +128

      He thought we wouldn’t notice😮. The intro is literally copy paste for one of Gawx videos. And obviously the grade has Gawx written all over it too

    • @kiaadams104
      @kiaadams104 Рік тому +27

      ​@derrickvinci yea... ummm who the hell is Gawx. What is that? Another K -Pop boy band

    • @marcelagomes
      @marcelagomes Рік тому +27

      Fan boy detected 😂

  • @mattjohnson9170
    @mattjohnson9170 3 дні тому

    ❤🎉 Fantastic! Thanks for the tips and guidance!

  • @kevinrungephotography1201
    @kevinrungephotography1201 11 місяців тому

    Excellent video. I'm a photographer and want to learn cinematography, I just haven't known where to start. This channel is incredibly helpful. Please keep creating content.

  • @muditkhanna8164
    @muditkhanna8164 9 місяців тому

    I am one of those newbies who get attracted by everything and only have quasi-superficial knowledge on it, but what i do have (taken from taken) is imaginating a story very in a very vivid way, and a lot of respect with art as i'm currently a software engineer and i hate what i do everyday. hope cinematography is not boring as in the core but attractive on the outside.

  • @dharmathenature3509
    @dharmathenature3509 5 місяців тому

    the video is so incredibly helpful. I have watched a lot of videos on video shooting & cinematography in the last few days and none of them were as helpful. thank you thank you thank you 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

  • @honestbae2815
    @honestbae2815 2 місяці тому

    Thanks. This was exactly the kind of guide and breakdown I was looking for, and I was surprised at how hard it was to find one!

  • @ImDivinity0
    @ImDivinity0 16 днів тому

    Appreciate the help and advice brotha many blessings.

  • @cecilixark
    @cecilixark 2 місяці тому

    As an artist learning cinematography is great for learning how to better create poses and shots.

  • @luisarroyofilms6235
    @luisarroyofilms6235 Рік тому +1

    Bro, thanks for this video! Found it super inspirational for the starting point where I can take my work now that I'm re-starting my creative life

  • @tvthegreek
    @tvthegreek 11 місяців тому +4

    been watching a lot of your videos. much love and respect bro. thank you

  • @lorenzocruz631
    @lorenzocruz631 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for this awesome video Dylan, I’ve suppressed my desire to pursue cinematography for years; stumbling across your video made me realize I don’t want to regret the chance of at least trying 🙏🏼 definitely subscribing 💪🏼

  • @viave
    @viave 4 місяці тому

    this video is pure gold.

  • @LilPassion
    @LilPassion 10 місяців тому +1

    💯🔥

  • @TheExsoldierM3ll
    @TheExsoldierM3ll 22 дні тому

    This video is insanely inspiring! ❤️‍🔥

  • @obrapro
    @obrapro Рік тому

    This video already wants me to see a series. Thanks.

  • @1zmyl
    @1zmyl Місяць тому

    Thanks a ton! This is a wholesome learning ❤

  • @timijosephariyo
    @timijosephariyo 10 місяців тому +1

    Exactly the kind of video I was looking for, thank you!

  • @JohanDallaBona
    @JohanDallaBona Рік тому +1

    Fantastic ! I liked what you mentioned. Especially « If you have to rely on someone, the best one is yourself ! »
    I assume it was good for me to hear it again this morning :)
    Glad, I watched your video !

  • @ItsAm44r
    @ItsAm44r 10 місяців тому +3

    Thank you ❤

  • @fabfourdub1284
    @fabfourdub1284 Рік тому

    Nice channel. I'm working on my first movie, I don't struggle with ideas but mostly with the characters design and backstory. I feel theses days most movie and tv show are going too quick on creating characters, which to my opinion makes 2D flat characters that we get bored of. Keep going what you do it's important, few peoples have the time to pratice and dedicated their time and talent to cinematography.

  • @MAD42
    @MAD42 11 місяців тому

    good job - thank you for sharing!

  • @myZlife29
    @myZlife29 Рік тому +34

    This is awesome Dylan! Please keep making videos about practicing cinematography all by yourself, it's gonna help a lot of us who want to shoot something nice without bothering others xD

  • @FilmWryter-321
    @FilmWryter-321 4 місяці тому

    Great video. I can appreciate the patience you have for your beautiful shots.

  • @Poliglotaelielrodrigues
    @Poliglotaelielrodrigues 5 місяців тому

    I thought it was really helpful video I was wondering about start doing more cinematography videos and didn't know where to start actually but now u gave really good tips man. Thank you

  • @Love-Oneness
    @Love-Oneness 2 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for teaching this information and I’ll be following your series. ❤

  • @kamishimoproductions5096
    @kamishimoproductions5096 9 місяців тому

    Just got here today. Thanks for this great tutorial on how to practice cinematography, awesomeness. You have motivated and inspired me more. I truly appreciate it.

  • @luisavieira9589
    @luisavieira9589 Рік тому

    As a begginer myself, I feel so inspired! Thank u.

  • @cityboymedia933
    @cityboymedia933 2 місяці тому

    Thank You Fella. I appreciate the TIPS and reference platforms. 🙂

  • @spelunkerd
    @spelunkerd Рік тому

    Although breadth of skills improves with age, real creativity tends to slide once beyond your twenties. Older guys call back on things they've seen before, things they've had success with in the past. Experience gives you efficiency to pull something off, but it takes work to keep trying to expand the box.

  • @jellestarremans5990
    @jellestarremans5990 Рік тому

    Saw this video on my feed and just clicked it not knowing what to expect. This video was really helpfull for me. Keep on the good work!

  • @marabodea660
    @marabodea660 25 днів тому

    THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL MY EYES ARE BLESSED

  • @jahanban
    @jahanban Рік тому

    Exactly what I needed to get back to recording more vlogs. I had just given up mainly due to lack of inspiration, watching your video makes me want to go back and try. Thanks.

  • @maliallovet
    @maliallovet Рік тому

    🧡 loved it

  • @Justtwee
    @Justtwee 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for your video. It's made me feel much more comfortable learning cinematography on my own.

  • @hotzenmonster
    @hotzenmonster 9 місяців тому

    I've been writing, shooting & posting car commercials for 24 years. Subbing to you for inspiration.

  • @Bobby-mq6lc
    @Bobby-mq6lc 10 місяців тому

    I need this channel its right on time in my journey.

  • @HarounKola-bc6ys
    @HarounKola-bc6ys 28 днів тому

    Very interested in this topic. Thanks and looking forward to learning more from watching your videos as a starting point.

  • @ShanahSimmons-vg8cu
    @ShanahSimmons-vg8cu 6 місяців тому

    You've got some great shots here! Definitely inspiring. Thank you!!

  • @annagimenezfilms
    @annagimenezfilms Рік тому

    Oh maaaaan, this video is astonishing. Really beautiful, congrats!

  • @ryanbui1249
    @ryanbui1249 9 місяців тому

    This is amazing brother, keep the lessons coming sensei

  • @javiero5712
    @javiero5712 Рік тому +5

    Love how you mentioned focused on one thing first like the framing and then worry about introducing lighting etc down the road. So that you can be creative about the one thing you’re focusing on 🙌🏽

  • @PursuitOfShutter
    @PursuitOfShutter 4 місяці тому

    A total package! Gona practice more & get better!

  • @SixWings
    @SixWings Рік тому

    Great video! And great reference channels for inspiration. Will definitely be using those in the future. Cheers!

  • @LarryDennisfilms
    @LarryDennisfilms 8 днів тому

    Thanks a lot for the content. I love your tone and the way you teach definitely very helpful. I will be coming back to your channel a lot. I definitely will tag you in some of the stuff that I complete.

  • @wandamaria858
    @wandamaria858 Рік тому +3

    Thanks a lot for that video. It's truly inspiring and motivating. It's my first time watching one of your videos, but definitely not the last. Keep up the good work!

  • @Cineinsaner
    @Cineinsaner 9 місяців тому

    bro love this video.. anything related to cinematography or filmmaking is my favorite subject to watch.. please make more

  • @_eugenechia
    @_eugenechia Рік тому +9

    Thank you for sharing this tutorial. Its really well done and can see the huge effort making this video!

    • @DylanBatista
      @DylanBatista  Рік тому

      Thank you! I truly appreciate the kind words

  • @FieldZhao
    @FieldZhao Рік тому +4

    I learned a lot from this channel, please keep it updated Dylan, looking forward to the details next video

  • @AlextheLue
    @AlextheLue Рік тому +4

    Dylan, you're just the best! A treasure trove of brilliance to learn from. Blessings to you!

  • @sohaelnaccache4050
    @sohaelnaccache4050 Місяць тому

    Thank you Dylan. This is so inspiring!

  • @the_inverness_design_studio
    @the_inverness_design_studio 9 місяців тому

    This was absolutely incredible, what a stunning piece of film! :)

  • @subhajitsaren6624
    @subhajitsaren6624 Рік тому

    Thank you ❤️ for the lovely suggestion ❤️

  • @naturalgeographicdocs
    @naturalgeographicdocs Рік тому

    Liked the suggestion of watching movies over other options. Thanks, Dylan. ❤️

  • @PeterSu
    @PeterSu 10 місяців тому

    Super awesome tips and resources - thanks man.

  • @chrise.3114
    @chrise.3114 2 місяці тому +1

    Very good advice, thanks a lot!

  • @crok910
    @crok910 Рік тому

    Wow, you're good. Thanks for creating this. I'm glad the yt algorithm brought me to your channel.

  • @shahziaa5347
    @shahziaa5347 8 місяців тому

    Your work is incredible and thank you for sharing such useful tips!

  • @sorellamber
    @sorellamber Рік тому +3

    Beautiful work! Thanks for all the time you put into this!

  • @Whoosh12345
    @Whoosh12345 Рік тому

    Awesome video. Your first shot with the record player and you laying down reminded me of the same shot of Dr. Dre listening to his records in Straight Outta Compton.

  • @GerritKnein
    @GerritKnein Рік тому

    really helped me to see some light in this craft... will look for frames and try to work on 3 every video and build my craft from there! appreciate!

  • @blakesworld149
    @blakesworld149 3 місяці тому

    I'm now super amped to have creative search to do, thank you for the references 🤩