Shooting time–lapse is one of the great adventures of still photography. In this lesson I will show how to shoot and light a simple time-lapse sequence. I wanted to shoot a time-lapse piece in my style. I also combined the time-lapse sequence with a live action piece as well. That made it even more fun. I used a Kessler Cinie slider that is programmable to make slow moves during time-lapse shooting. The Gnome short was about 75 minutes to make the 3 foot move. This technology has come so far in the last 2 years. It was great fun. I hope you find it educational.
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With more than two decades of experience Jay P. Morgan brings to his commercial studio two special qualities: a keen appreciation of the bizarre and a knack for flawlessly executing elaborate shots. Through The Slanted Lens, Jay P. shares his knowledge about photography and videography.
Thank you so much for all the information you give! I was wondering what type of pencil/pen did you use to mark your focus spots on the camera?
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I used a grease pencil. It will write on different surfaces and wipes off easily. Great for this type if application because it writes on the camera lens but wipes off very easily.
Just hysterical and a great lesson. I wonder though if those lawn flamingos are cowering in fear now.
Great videos! I hope you keep them coming! One question, for the time lapse used in conjunction with a slider, are you using the Kessler electradrive in the pulse mode or is the Kessler Oracle necessary?
Thanks