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If you are making a film or video, should you choose a production service filming company? The answer to that question depends on the purpose of your video. Production in general is an unforgiving field that easily exposes amateurs and budget-minded producers. There is no substitute for high-end equipment, technical expertise and the experience of […]
You need to become familiar with the movie. This includes having a general feel for the mood, setting, a tone of the movie. In other words, ask yourself, “Which scenes from this movie would represent what the movie has to offer?” A comedy trailer would require understanding whether the humour is tongue-in-cheek or straightforward. That […]
Making films is easier today than ever before….. really!. Even if you have a limited budget and not much experience, with a good script, a dedicated crew and some decent but affordable equipment, you can create a professional looking movie. At the same time, there are still quite a few challenges when it comes to […]
Editing a TV promotion or a film trailer can be a very difficult task. Editing trailers is an art form, and there are many different things that go into it: Music, pacing, length, what clips to show, what clips not to show, what dialogue to use, what your final shot should be, and there are […]
Working as a professional photographer can be a great career choice for those willing to work at it, but you should always remember that it does take a lot of work. Photographers work as self-employed freelancers more often than not, and that is never an easy life for those who are just starting out. Then […]
When you are a photographer, you have to figure out a way to work with the best visual scenarios that you have. And while you might be able to control the elements inside a studio, artists who prefer to take their shot outside have many other things to factor in. One specific area that needs […]
Product placement is the use of recognisable, identifiable brand name products in cinema. It is a controversial method of advertising that nevertheless sees a lot of use in both studio films and indie productions. It comes in many different forms, but the common thread is always the obvious inclusion of a real world product. Many […]
It used to be the case that only big ticket box office hits attracted investments from businesses. More and more frequently we see small screen productions getting a major boost from private investors and businesses. Here are some of the facts on big investments in small screen production. Small Screen Movies with Big Investments A […]
The winter months afford you the opportunity to take some unique looking photos that you otherwise wouldn’t be able to take. Winter isn’t about just taking photos of you and your friends making snowmen or hitting the slopes. Instead, when it snows and the weather is cold, you have the ability to photograph every footstep […]
Pulling off the perfect high key photograph can be a daunting proposition. For one thing, the very technique itself is so new. Older techniques such as painted muslin may be tried and true, but come off as too traditional and stodgy compared to the exciting modernity of the high key technique. So, as there is […]
Filming in a conflict zone is one of the most hazardous jobs a journalist, cameraman can perform. There are a lot of unappreciated freelance journalists that constantly put their lives and well-being on the line by covering the stories that many aren’t willing to cover. These conflict zones are plagued by warfare and these journalists […]
If you have the knowledge to create a movie yet don’t have the backing and support for funding there are ways to get that money. The dream of a movie does not have to die because you don’t have enough money to get started. There are a few steps to be completed when looking for […]
Trailers are the film equivalent of natural selection. They allow us to find the good, weed out the bad and attach ourselves to the awesome. For that reason, action movies usually produce the most brilliant trailers, the kinds that are exciting and dramatic and able to pump us up to go see that movie right […]
South Africa has always been a filming location of choice due to the wildlife and natural vistas, but it’s becoming increasingly popular as the country competes internationally and offers exceptional rates, tax incentives and other benefits. Nevertheless, filming in South Africa can be difficult, so here are our tips for overcoming those challenges. Filming Tips […]
KIRKbyDESIGN is shooting their range of fabrics at one of our London locations Kirk by Design Part of The Romo Group, Kirkby Design was launched in September 2009, as a modern, high performance fabric resource library, compiled of collections with a sharp, contemporary feel coloured with a well balanced, sophisticated palette. With a fresh […]
Shooting their new collection at one of our London location houses Panache Lingerie is one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of D plus lingerie. For nearly 30 years, our commitment to innovation and inspired thinking has gained us an excellent reputation for fit, technical ability, quality and value for money. Our focus has […]
ITV Daybreak are filming at our location house in Windsor. Windsor Film Location House for ITV stunning country house with charming characteristics and features large rooms with quirky features traditional furniture secluded garden painting and decorating considered Related Articles New Studio Filming Locations in London Asics Filming Win The Long Run on Location Filming […]
Duchamp shoot look book and film behind the scenes at Homewood. Images above are taken from the Duchamp look book. Click this link for the full Duchamp look book AW 2012 lookbook-aw12 Duchamp Shoot Location Name: Homewood Location: Somerset, TA 13 Beautiful detached property, built circa 1770. Standing in approximately one acre of grounds, […]
Boden are shooting fashion at Coville a location house in Notting Hill. Founded in 1991 in West London, Boden creates clothes that bring colour to your wardrobe and fun to your life. From prints that help you stand out but don’t sacrifice on comfort to outfits ready and waiting for cocktails, their designs produce surprise, […]
Harrods are shooting at the Belmont location house in Sailsbury. About the Location A late Georgian, early Victorian large detached house set two miles from Salisbury, Wiltshire. An impressive entrance leads to a large and equally impressive hall with grand features and exposed floorboards. The walls are aged and the house in general is […]