Hi, I'm an actor and producer looking for a director & crew for my short film, and am wondering (in addition to Stage32), are there sites out there where I can post an ad that I'm seeking crew?
Hi, I'm an actor and producer looking for a director & crew for my short film, and am wondering (in addition to Stage32), are there sites out there where I can post an ad that I'm seeking crew?
I am going to ask a question you may say Not that one again!!! KEY LIGHT Camera left or camera right? A guy online was saying he was told in a workshop that it should be camera left. Sooo... I tried it but ended up with some weird shadows. could have been a weird reflection from my reflector or some...
Expand postI am going to ask a question you may say Not that one again!!! KEY LIGHT Camera left or camera right? A guy online was saying he was told in a workshop that it should be camera left. Sooo... I tried it but ended up with some weird shadows. could have been a weird reflection from my reflector or something else in the room that I didn't notice but where do you all put your key light and why? Even for outdoor portraiture using an off camera flash... is right or left best in most instances? Thanks for your input
the answer is there is no set rule. A lot depends on style. so yes no maybe
I have to agree with most of the answers above, it varies to the degree of the mood you plan to capture. There is also a technique known as a "kicker" light that often applies toward the back of subje...
Expand commentI have to agree with most of the answers above, it varies to the degree of the mood you plan to capture. There is also a technique known as a "kicker" light that often applies toward the back of subject that compliments the backlight, to help the subject more so "pop out" a little more from the background, depending on where its aimed at.
For interviews usually the key is on the right side. Fill should be left. Our eyes draw to the bright areas of a picture and since we read left to right this is more natural Just as others said there...
Expand commentFor interviews usually the key is on the right side. Fill should be left. Our eyes draw to the bright areas of a picture and since we read left to right this is more natural Just as others said there is no rule, all depends on what your shooting and mood. If you want to take it a step further, look up contrast ratios for lighting. This will help you determine amount of key, fill, back light and background brightness to achieve the correct balance based on mood
The key can come from ANYWHERE, period... otherwise, how would anyone ever have eyeline to screen left ? Now if the key in let's say an interview comes from the Right and the subject is framed primari...
Expand commentThe key can come from ANYWHERE, period... otherwise, how would anyone ever have eyeline to screen left ? Now if the key in let's say an interview comes from the Right and the subject is framed primarily eyeline to the right, you now have the question, is the key set short or broad ? The shadows are largely a result of this choice.
For interviews the key light and camera should be on the same side... unless you're intentionally something something else with your lighting, i.e. if they're not the protagonist in your story... They...
Expand commentFor interviews the key light and camera should be on the same side... unless you're intentionally something something else with your lighting, i.e. if they're not the protagonist in your story... They key light should never be thought of as a fill light. Ever. The light that creates your shadows is your key light. The light that adds some detail in the shadows is your fill light. The kicker is essentially a specific version of an accent light, which when used well can very flattering. It can also be very dramatic, particularly if you're using a very low key shot as in a noir style of film. Which you choose depends on the story you're telling in that shot, because every shot should tell a story.
In need of some talented crew. Let me know if you are interested. https://www.stage32.com/profile/53006/project/stone-sisters-exodus
Don Warden 931 w. 35thpl Chicago Il 60609 donmifune@yahoo.com http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2284346/ gaffer http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4242181/ dp Work Experience: Event Creative A/V & lighting tech for...
Expand commentDon Warden 931 w. 35thpl Chicago Il 60609 donmifune@yahoo.com http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2284346/ gaffer http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4242181/ dp Work Experience: Event Creative A/V & lighting tech for May 2007 to April 2011 for live events RAH Producers Center (Dec.99-Aug 2004) Equipment manager in charge with set up, care of lights, equipment and the studio. Presentation services (Nov. 94 to July 1999) A/V Tech Setting up and running audio and video devices along with computer display. Facets multi-media (June 1992- Oct 1994). Receiving clerk. Film and Video: Gaffer for hd feature “ Good Life” oct. 2011 Gaffer for short film "Greasy Plate" Jul 2011 Electrician for wycc broadcast of " town hall meeting with Travis smiley" may 2011 grip for wick broadcast of " Chicago city college graduation 2011" may 2011 gaffer hd feature "Frankenstein 2011: Day of the beast" dec 2010 best boy electric " My dog: Is a space traveler" gaffer "Over and over " may 2010 Dp for short video "Concert" jan. '10 Best boy electric "Putt Putt Syndrome " Jul 09 Gaffer green screen for industrial "Sexual Health" Dolly Grip " Artists den" in Chicago pbs Apr. 09 Lighting Tech " Townhall:textbooks" Wycc sep 08 Gaffer "Inside Justice" Wycc Sep. 08 Gaffer "City Science" wycc sep. 08 Best Boy for Hd feature "Grey in Black and white" Mar. 08 Gaffer for Hd feature " I used to love her" Aug. 07 Gaffer for Hd feature "Joy" july '07 Best Boy for 35mm trailer "Spectacle Brink of Life" jun 07 Key grip for hd feature "Ready or Not( Any Other Way)" apl '07 Grip for short film "Mimosa" Feb. 2007 Grip for short "Women and menu" feb 2007 Gaffer for dvd "Cut-n-up" Jan 2007 Gaffer for dv feature "El Dia De Los Muertos". Oct. 2006 Best Boy/ Grip for 16mm feature " Elsewhere ." Sep 2006 Best Boy /Electric for DV feature "Welcome to Tolono." May 2006 Gaffer for Hd feature " Lock Out" April 2006 Gaffer for Video Feature "Holla If Ya Hear Me!" Feb. 2006 Best Boy for Film Short "European Kid" Jan. 2006 Key Grip for HD feature" Shut Up and Do It."Nov.2005 Key grip for16mm short film " Rollover" Oct. 2005 Key grip for HD feature "Aura, Illinois" Aug.& Sep.2005 Electrician for TV series "Prison Break" July 2005 Electrician for HD feature "Act Your Age" June 2005 Electrician for short film "Up on the Rope" May 2005 Grip for feature " Lake House aka Lil Mare" May 2005 Dolly Grip with fisher 11 for short film " Transaction" March 2005 Grip for feature "Chasing Robert" December 2004 Grip for feature "Pearl Diver" October 2004 Rigging Electric P photo Shot at RAH Studio November 2002 L Latino Film Festival Gala October 2002 T pilot at "La Viva Chicago" at RAH Studio May 2002 catalog shoot at RAH Studio February 2002 Grip/Electric film Feature film "Between Us" (June 1995) " Feature Film "Weird Karma"(September 1994-October 1994) Sound Tech and A/V Play, Parti-a-Play Theater- March 1999 P.A. for Documentary "Roosevelt Rough Riders H.S. 1950" (April 1996) Camera Operator for various events recorded and live feed. (May 1994-August 2001) Commercials & Industrials: Gaffer for "green screen “video "Testosterone" Aprl2009 Grip for music video “Erin Dub “July 2008 Camera Operator for us soccer.com Rockford May 2008 Grip for commercial "Euro Foods" Feb. 2008 Grip for food commercial "Simply Foods" Feb 2008 Grip for music video by the waking (Oct.2007) Grip for internet music project(Oct. 2007) Grip for commercial Grosslinger (May 2007) Best Boy for commercial "East Chicago Resorts" (Dec. 2006) Best Boy for commercial " East Chicago Resorts" (Dec. 2005). Grip for DVD instructional video "Developing Psychic Abilities"(Oct.2005) Gaffer for commercial for "USG" (May 2005) Electrician for commercial "92.3 FM Radio Half a Million Give-away"(Sep.2004) Dolly Grip/PA For PGA award video (Apr.2004) Lighting Tech and Follow spot Operator for YMCA Award Dinner (Nov. 2003) Camera Operator for various event to be recorded and live feed (May1994- Aug. 2001) References: Jim Andre DP/ gaffer filmbranch@juno.com Joey Kolbe Dp/ gaffer joey@burnmachine.com Ricardo Islas Filmmaker Alpha studios nightfang2004@yahoo.com
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No problem. Let me know when the time is right. Good luck finding your essential people.
Where are you filming?
LA, if I can find the right location. Another option is near Tahoe, to get mountains and cold/winter.
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Ayelette, seriously, you’re in LA and you can’t find a crew? I’m up here in western Oregon where I really do have a hard time finding actors and crew, but I manage (barely.) You’ve got film schools, a...
Expand commentAyelette, seriously, you’re in LA and you can’t find a crew? I’m up here in western Oregon where I really do have a hard time finding actors and crew, but I manage (barely.) You’ve got film schools, and lots of filmmaker wannabies all over the place down there. If you want to shoot up in Tahoe, there are a bunch of folk in Sacramento, Nevada County and the San Francisco area who go there all the time and some in Reno. I know quite a few down there – but very few up here.
Call the local/nearest film Commision (provided they have one where you shoot). They will be able to help you with locations and crew/vendors list.