Cinematography: The Ultimate Guide (2024 Edition)
From the rocket ship stuck on the moon’s surface in A Trip to the Moon (1902) to the epic and visceral world of the desert planet in Dune (2021), 120 years…
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January 2, 2024 | How To's
December 28, 2023 | How To's
Cinematography Techniques: How to Style Your Film Visuals like Steven Spielberg
Steven Spielberg is an iconic American filmmaker known for his unparalleled contributions to cinema. Renowned for his versatility, NYFA Guest Speaker Spielberg has directed and produced a wide range of…
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December 21, 2023 | How To's
Filmmaking Tips for Shooting in a Small Area
If you’re having trouble making a confined area appear larger when filming in a small area, you’re not alone. Professional filmmakers also return to the drawing board when attempting to…
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January 19, 2018 | Film
SERVICE INDUSTRY: How to Work with Cinematographers
“What can I do for you?” The above question is the first thing I ask my director. You, the director, answering it ensures that you’ll get the most out…
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November 12, 2016 | How To's
Cinematography Jobs: How to Shoot Stylish Wedding Videos
If you’re a cinematographer, you’ve probably thought of all the avenues to explore where you can apply your skills and expertise – movies, of course, but also serial television, commercials,…
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October 8, 2016 | How To's
10 Cinematography Tricks for Working With Only Natural Lighting
When asked why he preferred shooting with all-natural lighting, Stanley Kubrick simply replied, “Because that’s the way we see things.” It’s a trend that’s growing in filmmaking. The excellent “Dallas…
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August 6, 2016 | How To's
How to Incorporate Your GoPro in Your Cinematography
The GoPro was designed to solve a problem that Nick Woodman discovered while surfing in Australia in 2002; he wanted to capture the intensity of taking on big waves to…
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July 29, 2015 | How To's
How To Implement An Alluring Color Design Scheme
Color is a seemingly magical tool, and a hugely important asset in the cinematographer’s toolbox for conveying a particular mood and eliciting the desired emotions in a movie’s audience. Of course,…
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November 19, 2014 | How To's
NYFA’s Mike Williamson On Cinematography And How To Find Work After School
NYFA: Would you mind telling us about your background and what drew you to a career in cinematography? What was your film education like? Mike Williamson: My love of cinema…
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