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The winter months afford you the opportunity to take some unique looking photos that you otherwise wouldn’t be able to take. Winter isn’t about just taking photos of you and your friends making snowmen or hitting the slopes. Instead, when it snows and the weather is cold, you have the ability to photograph every footstep […]
If you are interested in a career that offers tedium, exasperation, constant challenge and frustration while providing a lifetime of excitement, fulfilment and financial satisfaction, you should consider the job of Location Manager. While this career is never easy, successful outcomes are possible with an understanding of the overall concept of a film project and […]
Pulling off the perfect high key photograph can be a daunting proposition. For one thing, the very technique itself is so new. Older techniques such as painted muslin may be tried and true, but come off as too traditional and stodgy compared to the exciting modernity of the high key technique. So, as there is […]
Shooting interior photography might seem easy, but it takes a lot of consideration and thought for the perfect photo. As with any type of photography, there are specific rules that photographers follow to get the best shots. We look at five guidelines for beginning to shoot interior shots. 1. Use Natural Lighting Natural lighting is […]
Every photographer experiences an inspirational rut from time to time. Although it can be discouraging, there are many ideas and techniques that can help you get through the challenges of artist’s block. If you’re looking to reignite your passion for photography and bring a flow of new ideas and images to your work, consider some […]
SHOOTFACTORY is London’s busiest location agency and extremely well respected by the industry in the UK and Overseas. Our property location owners claim that we are the best location agency and the most diligent. Although a cliche, we respect the fact that we have two important clients; the Brand and the Property owner. Both are […]
London has become a hub of big budget filmmaking. Right now there are no less than a half dozen Hollywood blockbusters being shot here, including: A WWII story starring Brad Pitt. An updated, live action telling of Cinderella. The musical Holiday! Brit director Guy Ritchie’s The Man from U.N.C.L.E., based on the classic 60s […]
Filming in a conflict zone is one of the most hazardous jobs a journalist, cameraman can perform. There are a lot of unappreciated freelance journalists that constantly put their lives and well-being on the line by covering the stories that many aren’t willing to cover. These conflict zones are plagued by warfare and these journalists […]
As a professional photographer, repeat customers are essential for your success. You want nothing more than to see your customers happy, not only with your photos, but with the entire process and the way they were treated as well. The combination of producing great images and having a terrific personality results in excellent recommendations. When […]
Many people have access to a camera in some form; however, taking the ultimate professional shot is another factor all together. Photography Tips 1. Choose Proper Lighting When the time comes to take a picture, a person may wish to think about lighting before committing to the situation. For example, a person should not take […]
The role of a location scout in the creation of a film is a very important one that can potentially make the difference in the quality of the final product. Their job often begins months before other aspects of the film have taken place, like casting and budget approvals. They must determine which locations in […]
Whether you’re shooting fashion, commercial or portraits working with an male model can be as equally challenging and rewarding as working with a female model. You’re still dealing with a person who has an ego that at times might be fragile. You could be asking them to be extremely vulnerable and to take up poses […]
The history of film is littered with first attempts that are deeply flawed. Name any famous director, and chances are you won’t be able to name their first film. Few people can name Stanley Kubrick’s or Ingmar Bergman’s first films, and fewer people have actually seen them. As classic as “2001: A Space Odyssey” and […]
Now that cameras have gone digital, it seems like every person is a budding photographer. However, there is a huge difference between a photograph and a snapshot. At the same time, many are wondering about how to take a good photograph. Fortunately, it is very simple. All people need to know is a few techniques […]
If you have the knowledge to create a movie yet don’t have the backing and support for funding there are ways to get that money. The dream of a movie does not have to die because you don’t have enough money to get started. There are a few steps to be completed when looking for […]
Trailers are the film equivalent of natural selection. They allow us to find the good, weed out the bad and attach ourselves to the awesome. For that reason, action movies usually produce the most brilliant trailers, the kinds that are exciting and dramatic and able to pump us up to go see that movie right […]
Many people who are new to photography believe the most important factor in shooting a subject is the angle. As any professional photographer will tell you, lighting is actually one of the most critical factors in producing a great photo. The right lightning can turn an average shot into a spectacular and captivating photo. There […]
Depending upon the type of movie you’re filming, a mountainous environment may be the perfect setting. Wild and remote, mountainous areas offer a peaceful atmosphere with dramatics vistas. As with any shoot location, though, mountainous areas can pose specific problems for film crews. Tips to Filming in Mountainous Terrain 1. Understand that no matter how […]
On location photography is completely different from shooting in the studio. You have no control over the lights and the shadows. Overall, the photography comes to rely a lot on instinct and experience when on-location shoots are concerned. However, there is still some preparation that you can put in to have certain control over the […]
Not every independent film that lands on YouTube gets a large number of views. Independent film-makers who do manage to get a lot of exposure usually have put a promotional strategy in place before the film is even released online. Promoting a film takes into account modern tastes as well as good social marketing techniques. […]