Shooting, Gear, Audio

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In today's module, we're covering Shooting, Audio, Gear. These 3 elements go together so we'll cover a broad range of topics for audio, lighting, shooting tips and tricks. We'll do our best to keep the modules very simple without much technical jargon.

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Good lighting is essential for creating high-quality videos. Whether you are shooting a professional video or a casual vlog, proper lighting can make a significant difference in the end result.

When it comes to videos, lighting not only helps to capture a clear image, but it also sets the mood, highlights important details, and enhances the overall visual appeal.

First and foremost, good lighting ensures that the video is well-lit and free from unnecessary shadows or dark areas. Shadows can make the video look unprofessional and distract the viewers from the main content.

By using proper lighting techniques you can ensure that each part of the scene receives enough light to create a well-balanced image. This will not only make the video visually appealing but also help the viewers to focus on what really matters – the content.

In addition to providing sufficient light, good lighting also allows you to set the mood and evoke specific emotions in your videos. By adjusting the intensity and color temperature of the lights, you can create different atmospheres that complement the content you are trying to convey.

For example, warm and soft lighting can create a cozy and intimate feel, while bright and cool lighting can evoke a sense of energy and excitement. Understanding how different lighting techniques can be used to evoke specific emotions can greatly enhance the impact of your video and help to convey your message effectively.

This video covers different types of cinematic lighting. What I enjoyed about this was how simply it was broken down, so that even a beginner could understand.

Even if you don't have the funds to buy lighting gear at this point, understanding different techniques can help you elevate the quality with smaller lights as well.

To Do:

Here, we learned different types of lighting.

Here, you can choose to watch videos of:

  • Ali Abdaal
  • Thomas Frank
  • Matt D'Avella
  • AniThing

To understand the sort of lighting that they use in their videos.

Compare that with the types of lighting explained in this video

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