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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. […]
Films set in London have showcased the city’s vibrant culture, beautiful landmarks, and witty, intelligent residents. Other movies featuring London, however, have simply blown the place to smithereens — or drowned it, or set it aflame, or unleashed upon it relentless armies of zombies. London Apocalypse Film Appearances 1. The Day the Earth Caught Fire […]
Airports have often served as the filming locations for a variety of movies and television shows for decades. Casablanca, Die Hard, and Catch Me If You Can are just a few of the blockbusters that have utilised airports as a unique backdrop. However, filming in an airport presents its own set of challenges and headaches, […]
South Africa has always been a filming location of choice due to the wildlife and natural vistas, but it’s becoming increasingly popular as the country competes internationally and offers exceptional rates, tax incentives and other benefits. Nevertheless, filming in South Africa can be difficult, so here are our tips for overcoming those challenges. Filming Tips […]
The current generation and the one before this are all hard-core movie geeks, having been raised on a staple diet of Hollywood movies and blockbusters. When you decide to plan a trip to the UK, the first thing on your itinerary is always the best film locations that must never be missed on a trip […]
If you are about to start filming, you have quite a lot to do to get the production ready to go. You have to work with the actors, talk to the writers, connect with the film crews and do many other tasks. The list almost seems endless. You simply do not have time to go […]
Safety is the main concern in all types of filming, and this is especially true in extreme locations. At the same time, the right knowledge and planning is very important when shooting in areas with difficult conditions. There are a number of factors that people should take into consideration while filming in these kinds of […]
If you’ve ever looked at a photo online and wondered why your own shots never quite seem to be as good, we have your answer. The truth is, experienced and skilled photographers don’t just whip out their cameras and expect picture-perfect photos. There’s a lot of work that goes into taking beautiful pictures of a […]
Planning an event for your business is a big task, but the benefits of a successful event is well worth the work. A business event can raise awareness about the company and even generate new business leads. All it takes is a bit of planning to pull off the event of the year. Event Planning: […]
Filming locations play one of the largest parts in making a movie, since most scenes rely on images or backgrounds to make a scene visually enjoyable for the viewers. The location can enhance the story to make it come alive for the viewers. Some filming locations can present a challenge to filmmakers, but international filming […]
Most people think of Los Angeles as the centre of the big budget film blockbuster world, but the technology and know-how that it takes to make an epic movie has spread out across the planet. There are thousands of unexpected places that host large film industries. From Morocco to Mexico, Hollywood is everywhere. Unusual Filming […]
SHOOTFACTORY, knows exactly what it’s like to have forty people turn up on his doorstep to film a new documentary. To say the least it can be inconvenient. Not only do film crews need a lot of parking space but they can cause damage; however, the money truly compensates” Daniel also works as a shoot […]
Steeped in history and architectural splendour, the UK is home to a myriad of filming locations dating back to the advent of cinema. From Big Ben to the Durham Cathedral, Hollywood film crews have flocked to UK locations for years in order to capture the essence of this majestic land on celluloid. There are numerous […]
A glamorous model, high-end camera equipment, and a beautiful concept, these are some things you need to have a flawless photograph. But, the most critical part of any photo shoot is choosing the right location, and this is indeed an important step on the road to a perfect and successful shoot. You might have a […]
Behind closed doors at our Location Company, our agents are hard at work. As soon as the doors open, the phones are ringing and emails flood in. Location Company Day Begins We are a team of experienced photo shoot locations and filming locations agents. We receive a mix of telephone calls and emails from clients […]
What does a location agency do and why register with us? SHOOTFACTORY represents owners properties in the UK and overseas and liaises with clients, photographers, stylists and location managers. Location Agency We are selective in terms of the properties that we represent on our location library. We ask owners to email in photographs so […]
Finding the right setting for a photo shoot can be a challenging task. We reveal how thousands of location properties can be narrowed down to a choice of just one – and how they make sure it’s the perfect photo shoot location for you. Finding the Right Photo Shoot Location Educated decision-making is what really […]
From Scotland to Cornwall, the UK is a gem of locations for film makers! The UK, despite its small size, is full of contrasts. Scottish rugged islands, lochs and windswept moors and more… England’s rolling hills and chocolate box cottages; the dramatic beauty of the Welsh mountains, valleys and lakes; peaceful coasts, areas of historical […]
Whether you own a small basement flat in London or a glamorous villa in South Africa, the basic tips as a location owner for photo shoots, TV and film remain largely the same. Tips for Location House Owners 1 – clean and tidy – please make sure all your personal belongings are put away! Don’t […]
KIRKbyDESIGN is shooting their range of fabrics at one of our London locations Kirk by Design Part of The Romo Group, Kirkby Design was launched in September 2009, as a modern, high performance fabric resource library, compiled of collections with a sharp, contemporary feel coloured with a well balanced, sophisticated palette. With a fresh […]