I think it’s odd that many filmmakers don’t practice. Guitar players practice all the time, but filmmakers often seem to think that every shoot has to be “for real”. I like that you’re advocating practicing one’s craft.
As an autistic aspiring videographer, I'm very grateful for this guide. I know filmmaking is a collaborative activity, but--as a result of my ASD--I often learn better on my own than in groups of people.
I totally feel you, and although i believe that uniting around a specific craft helps with interactions, growing on your own is sooo important, i hope you find ways to achieve your goals and use your uniqueness as a strengh. (I'm also an autistic aspiring filmaker btw and seeing others in the field trying their best makes my dreams feel more realistic)
Really liked the whole concept of trying to recreate the scenes that one has liked from the work of professionals ..very down to earth yet creative exercise. I see a tremendous potential for doing this for creating still images as well. Thanks.
We have a local co-operative learning group at our local Media Centre. It’s been great for learning with and from others as well as learning equipment they have for rentals. I hope we start it again soon as it was delayed with the pandemic.
YES!! That is the key to "cinematic" videos, the essence of the cinema!! Not the trendy colours or the 500 transitions in one video hahah Keep going my friend! Ur work is amazing!
I’ve started channel a month ago, and was wondering the same thing how to get better and improve since I’m only person working on this. So this video really spoke to me.
I thought about this aspect of filming and photography where everyone online just shares the basics but hardly what makes one achieve the quality. Thanks for this.
What's really crazy is that I came here for tips and found out you shot the movie "Columbus" which I remember you guys filming that because I've lived here my whole life and I love the fact that movie took the time to show the beauty of this small town!
Nice! I was literally thinking about doing this because I always feel my shots look "too real" and I can't pin point exactly what it is so I figured I would recreate a look from a film that was shot with similar settings to see exactly where my fault lies.
Sharpness is often the culprit, especially if you shoot digital. That's why smoke is used so much for filming. Flat or real-world-accurate lighting is also a big factor, particularly if you're shooting in natural light with no light modifiers.
@@virgilhawkins5680 that's why I want to recreate stuff because even after using lights, modifiers and haze, I often feel it still looks "too real" but I recently discovered one of the reasons I feel that way is because I was there at the location and I know the people, so it's hard to look at it from a different perspective.
Oh man I need to try this you my friend are a great inspiration to those of us that need some guidance in starting our own Chanel thank you for the good videos
Btw OMSystems not dead. Can barely keep with demand for the 150-400mm. 2 new cameras OM-1 and OM-5 are best lightweight wildlife/action cameras on the market !
I love the Panasonic App! I can't think of anything I would change other then is asking for a QR Code. But. Here the But. The wifi range is nothing to wright home about. Handy as it is, you can't do much that far away. So that limits solo shooting quite a bit I must say. But that App otherwise is such a good one to use!
While there is no such thing as "perfect" - this concept will help me to achieve a higher level of Excellence in my work. Great idea - thanks for the inspiration. Cheers!
This has sparked as a new interest for me only in the last few days, I’ve come across quite a few videos that have sparked a new interest and take on cinematography! I haven’t even got video editing software or a decent camera (using my phone 13 pro) but soon I’ll have a schedule that’ll allow me to venture more into this new hobby. Can’t wait! Thanks for the great tips :)
I think it’s odd that many filmmakers don’t practice. Guitar players practice all the time, but filmmakers often seem to think that every shoot has to be “for real”. I like that you’re advocating practicing one’s craft.
Great point!
As a guitar player....That is very true 👍
So accurate
They’re not cinematographers. I’m not a cinematographer, but I was a videographer in the 80’s and 90’s and I constantly practiced.
Today’s digital cameras are way more tolerant of lighting contrasts
As an autistic aspiring videographer, I'm very grateful for this guide. I know filmmaking is a collaborative activity, but--as a result of my ASD--I often learn better on my own than in groups of people.
I totally feel you, and although i believe that uniting around a specific craft helps with interactions, growing on your own is sooo important, i hope you find ways to achieve your goals and use your uniqueness as a strengh.
(I'm also an autistic aspiring filmaker btw and seeing others in the field trying their best makes my dreams feel more realistic)
@@honeyway3104 Thank you for your well-considered reply Your perspective on individual growth and unique expression is refreshing and encouraging.
Autistic myself here and just graduated from Toronto Film School and yes i'm strugeeling practicing cinematography as well.
@@medalgear654 Congratulations on your graduation! Best wishes for a career in this field.
Best wishes brother
3 shots for talking, 3 shots for practicing. I see what you did there ;) Cool and informative video as always. Thanks!
I wondered if anyone would catch that! Thanks for watching Joel!
Well spotted, I didn't catch that myself, but really nice idea!
I struggle all the time trying to get people to play with me (practice video). This is a great idea. Thanks.
Yeah same, practicing filming myself is becoming a very common!
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Really liked the whole concept of trying to recreate the scenes that one has liked from the work of professionals ..very down to earth yet creative exercise.
I see a tremendous potential for doing this for creating still images as well. Thanks.
We have a local co-operative learning group at our local Media Centre. It’s been great for learning with and from others as well as learning equipment they have for rentals. I hope we start it again soon as it was delayed with the pandemic.
These vids keep reminding me to keep going for it. Thanks
Simple and to the point. Anyone can do this and you always learn something when you slow down and take the time to shoot something for yourself.
Bro! This is such a good video for beginners! THANKYOU!
This was cool I think 🤔 I'm going to give it a try 👍🤳🏾🤓👍
yeah do it!
YES!! That is the key to "cinematic" videos, the essence of the cinema!! Not the trendy colours or the 500 transitions in one video hahah
Keep going my friend! Ur work is amazing!
Wow !! when we have no ideia where to start there it is great tips Nigel
Honestly did not expect such a simple solution, but it’s awesome because it lets the viewer play with their favorite scenes or shots! Brilliant.
The grade is so nice on your example shots!
I’ve started channel a month ago, and was wondering the same thing how to get better and improve since I’m only person working on this. So this video really spoke to me.
I love the ambient / atmospheric music in the background
I thought about this aspect of filming and photography where everyone online just shares the basics but hardly what makes one achieve the quality. Thanks for this.
Nigel, very well done. I really appreciate the way you deliver information. Easy to comprehend and digest. Thank You
What's really crazy is that I came here for tips and found out you shot the movie "Columbus" which I remember you guys filming that because I've lived here my whole life and I love the fact that movie took the time to show the beauty of this small town!
Great info! I live in Dallas too (Lakewood).
So many filmmakers telling about this way of learning but what you did gave much better idea of how to do it.
I do a lot of shit on my own. Not necessarily that I want to, I'm just really nervous about my creativity around others. This video really helps!
Underrated. No one ever talks about being scared to be creative. I relate.
I love this and have been looking for a way to improve my cinematography on my own
The FilmGrab hack is a great, great tip, Nigel. Thanks!
I really like the filmgrab link, might be useful for photography as well.
Didn't know about film-grab. Thank you so much!
Nice! I was literally thinking about doing this because I always feel my shots look "too real" and I can't pin point exactly what it is so I figured I would recreate a look from a film that was shot with similar settings to see exactly where my fault lies.
Sharpness is often the culprit, especially if you shoot digital. That's why smoke is used so much for filming. Flat or real-world-accurate lighting is also a big factor, particularly if you're shooting in natural light with no light modifiers.
@@virgilhawkins5680 that's why I want to recreate stuff because even after using lights, modifiers and haze, I often feel it still looks "too real" but I recently discovered one of the reasons I feel that way is because I was there at the location and I know the people, so it's hard to look at it from a different perspective.
@@WhySteve hmm, well there are no tips for that I think.
@@virgilhawkins5680 but I think sharpness is also a big contributor.
The window scene is awesome
Thank you so much for sharing. Im new and i will be using this for practice.
Спасибо за творчество и советы!
Пожалуйста, рад, что вам понравилось!
Loved this! Also the music on this video was on point.
Glad you liked it Matt!!
Oh man I need to try this you my friend are a great inspiration to those of us that need some guidance in starting our own Chanel thank you for the good videos
Really appreciate hearing that Alex, thanks for watching!
Really helpful in short time even with an ad in there u fit everything very seamlessly
Awesome tips Nigel well done
Thank you for spicing up the idea of practicing cinematography this way! Very helpful advice. I will have to try every 3 shots in a week.
I've been overthinking all the practice in my head and this helps a lot.
Thanks for sharing that website. I like using references.
Awesome idea. I never thought about doing this. Thank you for the idea.
I think we all struggle with this and your right not that many videos out there about working solo so props on your video and thanks for sharing.!
Great idea. Thank you!
Thank you for this Nigel! Awesome video. Really needed something like this!
Glad it was helpful!
Also get a useful tip from your videos 🙌🏻🙌🏻 film grab looks super helpful!
Love the challenge I will try it out I am fascinated by filmmaking on UA-cam
Columbus is one of my favourite films of all time. So beautiful.
These were great! Thanks for making this video!
Very interesting to see you showing that I certainly will try it . Anything that will make me better film maker hopefully thanks Nigel
Yeah glad you enjoyed it!
This is dope. Thank you for sharing these examples
THanks for sharing this video. I’ve been wondering how to improve my cinematography without a large crew and this is a great idea.
What settings to use to shoot please 🙏🏾
Awesome idea!
Beautiful. I feel the same.
Wonderful guide! Thanks for sharing.
Just discovered you Nigel, fabulous channel. Thank you. ~ SPK
Btw OMSystems not dead. Can barely keep with demand for the 150-400mm. 2 new cameras OM-1 and OM-5 are best lightweight wildlife/action cameras on the market !
Love this exercise. Definitely adding it to my recurring to-do list 👍
Working on it now.
Great video, ideas and recreations.
This is a great idea and I think it translates well to practicing photography too!
Definitely!
Shoot anything and everything!
Great video. I've been thinking of doing some Wes Anderson inspired stuff.
Wes's stuff is always fun to try and recreate! Go for it!
I want to start film making but I prefer to practice on my own as to not embarrass myself! So thank you for this!
Great vid. Did you move to Texas!?! If so, welcome.
Great tips Nigel, thank you.
Thank you so much for this video!
I love the Panasonic App! I can't think of anything I would change other then is asking for a QR Code. But. Here the But. The wifi range is nothing to wright home about. Handy as it is, you can't do much that far away. So that limits solo shooting quite a bit I must say. But that App otherwise is such a good one to use!
Fuji h2s rdeveal 31.05. . I Cant wait
Thank yiu so much for this. I didn't think of this before
Thats a cool exercise. Thanks!
I would like to recreate "The Greatest Shot In Television"
One day... one day.
thanks you so much ! it really helped me
loved the video man exactly what I needed cause I'm alone and with limited equipment
Notifications gang checking in, this is a special skill
While there is no such thing as "perfect" - this concept will help me to achieve a higher level of Excellence in my work. Great idea - thanks for the inspiration. Cheers!
Thank you so much for this video. I've learned a lot!
Good idea I will try
Great idea!!! Thanks!!
wow! I did not even think of doing this for practicing shots! Great idea!
This has sparked as a new interest for me only in the last few days, I’ve come across quite a few videos that have sparked a new interest and take on cinematography! I haven’t even got video editing software or a decent camera (using my phone 13 pro) but soon I’ll have a schedule that’ll allow me to venture more into this new hobby. Can’t wait! Thanks for the great tips :)
This is very insightful, thank you!
Dallas? I’m in Arlington. I’d love to play some time.
Right on time!
Great video thanks for the tips
yes! this is a great idea to get better!
cool ideas. great video
Great idea, Nigel. Thanks for sharing this.
Damn, it's genius! I'm gonna try it! Thanks, man!!!
Very good presentation!
Hmm 🤔 I’m actually pretty excited about this, I definitely need to practice this skill daily
I'm in the same boat as you. A great video
Valuable advice, thank you!
Love this. Very insightful
God bless you bro. Never seen a video that truly made me want to practice filmmaking. So excited to get started now
Thank you Nigel, you inspire me
Columbus is amazing. Cool video!
Great video and I love the shots
The Camera setup you feature these days ... 🔥 awesomeness of Sigma primes. and really helpful tips for filming students.
yeah I'm falling in love with these sigmas again now that I shoot on olympus!
Thanks for sharing this video
Great video
If you make a video about starting cinematography with a phone by yourself like this , you'll get all the blessings of the world man please do it
Extremely inspiring video. Really enjoyed this. Love the advice. Keep up the dope content bro! 🔥