Fun with Flags What do we mean when we say flags? When someone is referring to a flag on set, what do they mean? Other names for flags include scrim jim or silk. But for the purposes of this video, we’ll be referring to them as flags. There are different type of flags that cut, […]
Camera Comparison and Review: Canon C200 vs Panasonic EVA 1
Today on The Slanted Lens, we’re going to be looking at the Canon C200 and the Panasonic EVA 1 to see which one is right for you. Usability How easy is it to use the camera? Is it difficult to handle for extended periods of time? Is the record button in an accessible location? These […]
Lighting Techniques Every Videographer Should Know
Today on The Slanted Lens we are looking at some basic lighting concepts used in photography that can be used to shoot video as well. You won’t want to miss this one, so let’s get started! Single-Light LEDs LEDs are becoming more and more popular in the worlds of photography and videography and LED panels […]
How to Create Window Light
Today on The Slanted Lens we are taking a look at how to mimic window light. So many clients want a bright, happy, naturally lit shot; that’s a little tricky to deliver if your set has no windows! So, if you are trying to produce a shot that appears to be lit by a window, […]
Lighting Products and Creating Motion for Video Using the Syrp Genie Mini
Today on The Slanted Lens we are looking at how to create amazing product photography using lighting and a Syrp Genie Mini. Product Photography When shooting still or video of a product, you definitely want the product to look its best! This lesson was inspired by a friend of mine who creates really beautiful wooden […]
Are LEDs Good for Portraits?
Today on The Slanted Lens we are using Rosco LEDs to take portraits and are discussing the pros and cons of doing so. Let’s take a look! Why Consider Using LEDs over Strobes? For the shoot that accompanied this lesson we were doing a film noir theme. These 1920’s era shots feature very hard lighting […]
Laws of Light: Three Objects
Get a The Great Courses Plus Membership free trial here. Today on the fourth in our Laws of Light series, it’s time to combine three objects together and light them separately, all at the same time. Before you watch this you’ll want to check out each object on it’s own. Click here for the Sphere, […]
Laws of Light: Cube
Laws of Light: Cube Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. Welcome back to our series on the Laws of Light. If you didn’t watch the first, you’ll want to go back and start there. A cube is an interesting subject matter because it relates to a lot of things that a photographer or videographer […]
Blackmagic Ursa Mini 4.6K vs. Arri Alexa
Download my photo/video Business Coaching Class today and I’ll help you grow your business. Shop our affiliate links to support new content from The Slanted Lens. Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. Today on The Slanted Lens my friend Kenneth Merrill and I are taking the Blackmagic URSA Mini 4.6k and the ARRI Alexa head to head to […]
Food Photography with Camera Movement using Syrp Slider
10% off registration expires April 1st. Use “earlybird“. Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. Today on The Slanted Lens I’m going to show you my favorite lighting setup for photographing or filming food using the Sryp Genie, Genie Mini, and Magic Carpet slider. Not only that, I’m going to show you a great parallax move that really […]