This is part one in a two part series on where our ideas for movies come from. I’ll be giving you what I do in this post, and then the next post will be Rebekah’s thoughts on the subject.
After, “How did you do that?” the question I get asked the most often is probably, “Where do you come up with your ideas?” My idea generation process is at times crazy. I’ll start with a couple that aren’t too off-the-wall and work up to a crazy one. Read More
I just got a neat device today! The Zoom H4 Handy Recorder. This thing is great for doing on-the-go audio recording. The unit fits in your hand, records to little SD cards, two microphone inputs, and it has two microphones onboard for easy recording. The onboard mics are good, high quality equipment. I’m sure I’ll use it all the time.
Amazon has the H4 in stock for a great price. You might want to check it out if you need a nice portable studio solution. I had used one on-set previously, and the results were fantastic.
All trucks use low gear!
Seriously, though. Recently, I learned about a very neat transition in Final Cut. Introducing… The Gradient Wipe!
(Disclaimer: Remember when I talked about cheesy transitions? A gradient wipe can be just as cheesy if you overdo it. Don’t.)
Okay, with that out of the way, let’s jump in. First of all, what is a gradient wipe? My local dictionary says nothing on the subject, so you can make up your own definition based on the explanation. Let’s play with a gradient wipe. Read More
A guide to doing things with your indie film that all other books tell you not to do. You will learn the basics of color correction, the basics of safely using guns, the basics of story, more than the basics of production value, and much more. Read More
Dr. Linda Seger, a professional script consultant, breaks down the three act structure. She tells you how to rewrite your good script and make it great. The first few chapters help you write the first draft. Read More