In PublicAmateur movie makers are unlikely, in the course of normal movie making in a public place, to have any problems with the police unless they are causing an obstruction. Neither members of the media nor the general public need permits to film or photograph in public places. Police officers cannot stop you from filming […]
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Below is a video on how to green screen. I’ve used green screen in a few of my films and have used Keylight in After Effects to achieve the effect. However, as this tutorial points out, Ultra Key in Premiere Pro works just as well.
Bad sound can easily ruin good footage. Use these tips when it comes time to set audio levels for video and film projects. As a filmmaker and videographer, you probably spend a lot of time trying to get the most beautiful shot possible on set. Then when you sit down to edit the video, more time is […]
Learn which video editors are worth your time and money in this comprehensive, no-nonsense guide to the best video editing software of 2022. This guide will help you choose the best video editing software to create amazing movies in less time. All modern cameras and smartphones can create videos that look great. However, you’ll need […]
Wondering how your favourite filmmakers create movie magic? Have an idea for a video project, but are not sure if your skills can do it justice? In this series, we’re introducing you to the basics of videography. Quiet on the set – we’re rolling! Thanks to innovations in technology, everyone can become an amateur videographer […]
Green screen studios are an amazing way to create environments that are not there when filming. With a green screen, you can create new backgrounds, add effects, or even include animation in your scene. Best of all, green screens are easy to create, even if you’re on a budget! By getting the right materials, setting […]
These filmmaking tips might help you avoid some unwanted setbacks on your next project. One of the most surefire ways to learn how to make a film is by actually making a film. After producing short films, I have learned a lot about what it takes to make a movie idea from script to screen. […]
Written by Rodger Ball At the beginning of 2022, I had a new computer built by Scan Computers. It was specifically built for use with Davinci. When using Davinci I was aware of the graphics card making a noise as it was rendering, even when scrubbing on the timeline. It sounded distinctly digital and was […]
A long, long time ago is a BBC sounds documentary that tells how visual effects changed and how they changed the movies. Oscar-winner Paul Franklin explores how film entered the digital realm. The 1970s saw the very first onscreen digital effects in films like Westworld. Those first pioneers of CGI already spoke of digital humans, […]
Welcome to the blog section of Altrincham Movie Makers. Here you will read about the latest film project updates and competitions the Altrincham Movie Makers are organising or taking part in. More details to follow soon.