Thanks for the video! Many good tips. It's funny actually when I photograph (I'm mainly a photographer) I tend to use flash light most of the time even outdoors but when doing videos I do prefer natural light because of the type of jobs I do which are outdoors on roofs and the like. To get the equivalent to 500 w flash in continues lighting requires ridiculous amount of watts, it gets impossible if the budget are lower so I tend to compose a face toward darker backgrounds if possible but for sure those blown out skies are sometimes impossible to avoid. But I do have to say that when comparing my photography with flash light to my video with natural light the colors in the mid and lower tones becomes so much cleaner and easier to correct and grade when backing it up with extra light. Yes a few reflectors and thin fabrics can save the shoot. When understanding the basics of light one can create a natural look with lights too.
Flo you don't know how happy it makes me when I see you guys post a new video! Tbh makes my day! Don't ever stop making these! Sending positive vibes and love from India 🇮🇳
@@OfTwoLands I try to impart a documentary style to my commercial work and anything that adds authenticity shows up on my radar. Your work is very inspiring in that regard.
I almost always use natural light to shoot interviews. I try to find soft light coming through a window and position the talent at 45 degrees to it, preferably with a darker background in the room. Practicals in the background are often useful. Sometimes you luck out, and the practicals or other windows create a hair light or lower back light to define the head. I like the idea of using reflectors and diffusers, I'll definitely look into this. Great video.
Hi Flo, today is the 09.01.2021. I've been watching all your uploads on YT since thursday after I came across a video of yours that inspired me a lot. I must say that your way of filming has been constant over the last 5 years which I find very positive, you can feel the passion between the composition and the music you want to share, it is a pleasure and a joy to watch your content, listen to the perfect chosen music and to meet such wonderful people / artists as you are on YT. Again all the best for you two and I’m looking forward to see more content from both of you in 2021 :-) Peace Frederick
Epic work mate! I got stung two weekends ago with the changing light. Her talk was meant to go for 40 min so just used natural.. it ended up going for 2 hours 45 min!
Thanks for watching :) !! I have actually made a video on how I use filmconvert so that might be easier and will probably answer all your questions :). ruclips.net/video/EQPfHzTSasY/видео.html Cheers
Hey man, I am struggling to find a microphone for my BMPCC6K. I've just been doing just cinematic tests on my channel but am converting to work on short films and was wondering which microphone to buy. Should I buy the Rode NTG or opt for the Senheiser MKE 600. I'm cutting the budget close on the Senheiser but am looking for one mic to use plugged in straight into the bmpcc6k all the time and even boomed in some occasions. Is the pre-amps good enough on the BMPCC6k for indoor dialogue for the Rode NTG or do you recommend the Senheiser. Thank you for your time and I love your channel and my subscription has no let me down. Cheers!
Thanks !! I love the Sennheiser and use it for interviews on boom as well as directly on the cam. It’s my favourite mic as far as audio goes. Xlr makes a difference but If the budget is a bit tight then get the Videomic NTG, less quality but more versatility since you have a Gain control. I love the NTG videomic for run and fun but use it to do all my VO too :)
@@OfTwoLands Thank you for the reply! I think I'll go with the Senheiser as future proofing is what I love about the BMPCC6K. Thank you for the advice!!
Hey really love your content this is awesome . What is your preferred editing software you use for filmmaking, I'd love to have a conversation and maybe even collaborate on different methods in telling stories through film!
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Here is a video about shooting with natural light.
Do you guys prefer to shoot with ambient or artificial light ? :)
Cheers,
Flo
@@Elassyahmed I agree Haha :).
I can afford natural light right now. I am considering making DIY reflectors and diffusers. buying fabric is pretty affordable and accessible.
Thanks for the video! Many good tips. It's funny actually when I photograph (I'm mainly a photographer) I tend to use flash light most of the time even outdoors but when doing videos I do prefer natural light because of the type of jobs I do which are outdoors on roofs and the like. To get the equivalent to 500 w flash in continues lighting requires ridiculous amount of watts, it gets impossible if the budget are lower so I tend to compose a face toward darker backgrounds if possible but for sure those blown out skies are sometimes impossible to avoid. But I do have to say that when comparing my photography with flash light to my video with natural light the colors in the mid and lower tones becomes so much cleaner and easier to correct and grade when backing it up with extra light. Yes a few reflectors and thin fabrics can save the shoot. When understanding the basics of light one can create a natural look with lights too.
@@rinusworldzm Let me know how you go :)
Impressive Flo! As someone who hardly ever uses natural light when filming interviews, this was enlightening!
Thanks so much for watching mate !! Hope you’re well.
@@OfTwoLands Always here to support! Things are well for me, wishing the same for you!
@@ChrisFranklinJr Cheers man !!
Your videos are always very instructive, thank you for sharing your experience!
Thank you so much, means a lot :) !!
Flo you don't know how happy it makes me when I see you guys post a new video! Tbh makes my day! Don't ever stop making these!
Sending positive vibes and love from India 🇮🇳
Thanks so much for watching, glad you like it !! Cheers and have a great day :)
Beautiful stuff. Having a background in printing, I really love the look of that Letterpress doc. Keep up the great work!
Thanks very much :) !!
@@OfTwoLands I try to impart a documentary style to my commercial work and anything that adds authenticity shows up on my radar. Your work is very inspiring in that regard.
Thanks man, appreciate it :).
I almost always use natural light to shoot interviews. I try to find soft light coming through a window and position the talent at 45 degrees to it, preferably with a darker background in the room. Practicals in the background are often useful. Sometimes you luck out, and the practicals or other windows create a hair light or lower back light to define the head. I like the idea of using reflectors and diffusers, I'll definitely look into this. Great video.
Thank you :) !! Darker background are the hardest to get if your location doesn't allow you to have one without 'covering' it yourself.
Love that interview frame of Jess the bee keeper! Light looks beautiful and motivated.
Thanks mate !! Would probably look better with that 35mm F2 😬😉
This is amazing man. great footage and very insightful content. Thank you man.
Thanks a lot for the nice feedback !! :)
Nice tutorial - lots of good info and reasoning. Well done.
Thank you :) !!
your channel is very inspiration and informative. Thanks a lot!
Thanks very much for saying this :) !!
Excellent! Helpful tips. Thanks!
Thank you, glad you’ve enjoyed it :) !!
Hi Flo,
today is the 09.01.2021.
I've been watching all your uploads on YT since thursday after I came across a video of yours that inspired me a lot. I must say that your way of filming has been constant over the last 5 years which I find very positive, you can feel the passion between the composition and the music you want to share, it is a pleasure and a joy to watch your content, listen to the perfect chosen music and to meet such wonderful people / artists as you are on YT.
Again all the best for you two and I’m looking forward to see more content from both of you in 2021 :-)
Peace
Frederick
Thank you so much for the positive feedback and support, truly means a lot !! 🙏
Cheers,
Flo
Epic work mate! I got stung two weekends ago with the changing light. Her talk was meant to go for 40 min so just used natural.. it ended up going for 2 hours 45 min!
Thanks mate !! Aah sorry to hear man, it happens. Was it for Georgia ?
@@OfTwoLands Haha yep. She does love a good chat ;)
Haha !! Interviews are always tricky.
Thanks for sharing. Which settings you have in FilmConvert? Such as with filmstock, film color, curve, grain?
Thanks for watching :) !!
I have actually made a video on how I use filmconvert so that might be easier and will probably answer all your questions :).
ruclips.net/video/EQPfHzTSasY/видео.html
Cheers
Hey man, I am struggling to find a microphone for my BMPCC6K. I've just been doing just cinematic tests on my channel but am converting to work on short films and was wondering which microphone to buy. Should I buy the Rode NTG or opt for the Senheiser MKE 600. I'm cutting the budget close on the Senheiser but am looking for one mic to use plugged in straight into the bmpcc6k all the time and even boomed in some occasions. Is the pre-amps good enough on the BMPCC6k for indoor dialogue for the Rode NTG or do you recommend the Senheiser. Thank you for your time and I love your channel and my subscription has no let me down. Cheers!
Thanks !! I love the Sennheiser and use it for interviews on boom as well as directly on the cam. It’s my favourite mic as far as audio goes. Xlr makes a difference but If the budget is a bit tight then get the Videomic NTG, less quality but more versatility since you have a Gain control. I love the NTG videomic for run and fun but use it to do all my VO too :)
@@OfTwoLands Thank you for the reply! I think I'll go with the Senheiser as future proofing is what I love about the BMPCC6K. Thank you for the advice!!
Excelent, thank you su much, and beatiful works.
Thank you :) !!
Hey really love your content this is awesome . What is your preferred editing software you use for filmmaking, I'd love to have a conversation and maybe even collaborate on different methods in telling stories through film!
You made it to premiumbeat blog :) congrats !
Actually had no idea haha, thanks !!
I like this one :) xx
Thanks hehe :) xx
5 reasons whny shoot with natural light:
1. You don't have a budget...
Me: OUCH!
Amazing 👏👏👏
Thanks so much !!
hello guys
Hey guys. Still waiting for the Sydney vlogs 😬
Great video!
Thanks !!
The promo code for Filmconvert is not working anymore :(
I just sent them an email. Should be back ASAP :)
It is working now :).
When you film your interviews are they in 24 or 25fps or neither
It depends on where I am in the world I guess and who the client is. Most of the time 25, unless it is for the US.
@@OfTwoLandsThanks. What is another framerate that you wold suggest?
Not sure what you mean. It depends on the subject. 24-25 for non slow Mo and then anything from 50 and up for slow motion.
6- Having a back injury and struggling to carry any gear
None of those interview shots looked good. The one with the woman with red hair was one I really think you shouldn't have shown.
Ok ☺️