Hey Reader, Today, I show you how color temperature can be your most powerful storytelling tool, share practical audio recording techniques that don’t require expensive gear, and reflect on navigating creative ruts. This Week’s Frame Key Takeaway: Color Temperature as Emotional Language Color temperature isn’t just a technical setting—it’s one of your most powerful storytelling tools. The difference between 3200K and 5600K can completely change how your audience feels about a scene. Here’s...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader, This week, I'm sharing how dynamic framing can transform your storytelling, a simple method for capturing clean audio, and my thoughts on the Sony FX3 that recently joined my kit. This Week's Frame Key Takeaway: How changing camera positions during a scene creates emotional progression. While consistent framing helps establish visual identity, intentionally shifting your framing throughout a scene can enhance storytelling and emotional impact. Dynamic framing doesn't just keep...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, This week, I'm exploring how to create depth in flat environments, sharing a quick evaluation technique that will improve your footage quality, and recommending a series with stunning cinematography. This Week's Frame Key Takeaway: How to create depth in flat environments through layering. One of the biggest challenges in filmmaking is making 2D footage feel three-dimensional. Even when shooting in visually limited spaces, you can create a sense of depth through intentional...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, This week, I dive into the power of color theory in filmmaking, share a simple 3-point lighting setup anyone can master, and recommend a book that transformed my approach to storytelling. This Week's Frame Key Takeaway: Color Theory for Filmmakers: Using color palettes to enhance narrative. Color is one of the most powerful and yet underutilized storytelling tools that we have. It doesn't just look look good, but intentional color choices can communicate emotions, foreshadow...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, Today, I show you how you can use center framing as a storytelling tool, why you should have a "Shooting Ratio", and introduce you to my new content on Instagram. This Week's Frame Key Takeaway: How you can use center framing as a storytelling tool. While the rule of thirds is a great foundation for composition, breaking it with intention—for example through center framing—can lead to interesting emotions. Directors like Wes Anderson use center framing to create a sense of order,...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, Today we discuss why the first 3 seconds of your video matter most, how you can frame talking-head shots like a pro, and how I organized my B Roll footage. This Week's Frame Key Takeaway: Why your first 3 seconds matter most and how you improve them. In today's content-saturated world, attention spans are shorter than ever. On platforms like YouTube, Instagram, or TikTok, our viewers decide within the first 3 seconds whether they'll stay or scroll away. And this sucks. We could...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, Today we talk about AI in filmmaking, an easy way to improve your stories, and a great storytelling video recommendation. This Week's Frame Key Takeaway: AI in Filmmaking: Threat or Tool? It's been more than two years ago that ChatGPT was released and a lot of other AI tools became widely available. I'm pretty sure, at this point everyone has used some AI products. I think that the filmmaking space benefits from this tremendously. From tools like Gling that help you with edits, to...
4 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, Today we talk about simplifying your recording workflow, a way to find interesting stories, and the Oscar winner Flow. This Week's Frame Key Takeaway: Simple is better. Recently I found that a lot of creators feel stuck with creating videos. Not because they don't have any content ideas, but rather because they are stuck with their gear and setup. I know it from myself, as more fancy gear you get, as more time it takes to set it up. And especially if you don't have a fixed setup...
4 months ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader, Today we talk about the importance of audio vs video, I share some actionable questions to improve your stories, and a short note on one of my favorite Netflix shows. This Week's Frame Key Takeaway: Don't underestimate the power of good audio. A good mic might be a better investment than a new camera or lens. I know we are always looking for new shiny gear that gets our craft to the next level. Cameras, drones, anamorphic lenses, tube lights... But are they really doing that much...
4 months ago • 2 min read