Director/Cameraman Package for Scouting Locations + Scouting Apps
Since the invention of the Canon 5D, it has taken scouting to a whole new level and preparing that package that allows you can take advantage of serendipitous moments, lightning in a bottle so to speak, is essential.
Large Sensor Cameras – Economical Lighting
The new wave of Large sensor cameras with their high ISO range and light sensitivity are changing the way cinematographers [...]
About Sundance Film Festival: Why It Matters
The pilgrimage to a small town in the Utah mountains has been going on for years. With creativity and wonderful storytelling, the Sundance Film Festival has [...]
Top 10 Hurlblog Posts of 2011
We had a great 2011 and 2012 is already delivering exciting projects. “Act of Valor” directed by Scott Waugh and Mike McCoy will be in over
13 Power iPhone Apps for Filmmakers
The past 3 years have been a very exciting time to be a filmmaker with the many changes in digital [...]
Lens Test w/ Zeiss ZE and CP2′s, Canon L Series and Leica R Glass
Part of being a cinematography intern is not only knowing all the gear, but how it can be used to enhance your visual story telling. The characteristics of a lens can infuse a mood, a style, etc. Being obsessed in the subtleties is key. Shane encourages us to use all our...
Lighting With Home Depot Lights: Part 2
A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog post about my lighting package that looked like an aisle inside
Infusing First Person POV Into Mountain Dew GAME FUEL MW3
In mid-October, I got a call from McG to see if I was available to do a Mountain [...]
An MCS Cage Adds Versatility to Your Creativity
Whether you love your 5D, shoot weddings with a Sony FS-100, shoot music videos with your 7D, or [...]
Building the Perfect Key Light
After my blog post about lighting from your local hardware store, I wanted to take it one step further [...]
Lighting Basics: Going With What is Available
The exciting thing about the Arri Alexa, F-3 and the new wave of DSLR’s is their high ISO range to minimum [...]
