Composition Articles and Videos - Videomaker https://www.videomaker.com/category/how-to/shooting/composition/ Sat, 03 Jun 2023 01:32:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://assets.videomaker.com/2019/05/cropped-Videomaker-Favicon-512-x512-32x32.jpg Composition Articles and Videos - Videomaker https://www.videomaker.com/category/how-to/shooting/composition/ 32 32 6 exercises to become a better videographer https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/composition/6-exercises-to-become-a-better-videographer/ Sat, 03 Jun 2023 00:52:31 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73019208 Do you want to make better videos? We have six exercises to help you practice your craft and become a better videographer.

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]]> What is a grip in film production? https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/composition/what-is-a-grip-in-film-production/ Fri, 21 Apr 2023 23:17:18 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73015619 Every major film production is going to have a skilled grip, but who are they, and what's their role on set? Let's discuss.

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]]> All you need to know about the 180-degree rule https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/composition/all-you-need-to-know-about-the-180-degree-rule/ Wed, 15 Mar 2023 23:12:17 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/uncategorized/the-180-degree-rule/ Videographers follow the 180-degree rule for a very important reason: to move their stories along in a logical way.

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]]> A beginner’s guide to the rule of thirds https://www.videomaker.com/article/c10/14215-a-beginners-guide-to-the-rule-of-thirds/ Fri, 10 Feb 2023 23:30:00 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/uncategorized/seeing-the-rule-of-thirds/ The rule of thirds is a fundamental guideline all videographers should know and follow. Here's everything you should know.

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]]> What is lens compression? https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/composition/what-is-lens-compression/ Sat, 04 Feb 2023 00:25:19 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73016492 Lens compression is easily misunderstood, but its visual impact can't be denied. Let's talk about what lens compression is and how to use it.

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]]> What is the low-angle shot? https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/composition/what-is-the-low-angle-shot/ Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:17:40 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73013662 To make subjects feel powerful, filmmakers often use the low-angle shot to make those subjects appear larger-than-life.

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]]> The American shot: The cowboy of camera angles https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/composition/the-american-shot-the-cowboy-of-camera-angles/ Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73014337 If you have watched a classic Western, you've likely already seen the American shot in action. Here's all you need to know about the shot.

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]]> What is mise-en-scène? An essential filmmaking concept https://www.videomaker.com/article/c02/18234-why-mise-en-scene-is-essential-to-achieving-your-filmmaking-goals/ Fri, 13 May 2022 11:38:00 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/uncategorized/why-mise-en-scene-is-essential-to-achieving-your-filmmaking-goals/ Mise-en-scène means “placing on stage” and refers to props, lighting, wardrobe and blocking.

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]]> The rule of odds and what it means for your film https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/composition/the-rule-of-odds-and-what-it-means-for-your-film/ Tue, 03 May 2022 23:12:14 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73005908 The rule of odds is a very useful method for creating visually-pleasing frames and conveying story in film.

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]]> What are leading lines? https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/composition/what-are-leading-lines/ Sat, 22 Jan 2022 00:48:13 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73003302 Leading lines are a core element of film composition. They are critical tools filmmakers use to direct where viewers should look.

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