March Winds

March Winds bring April Showers and this year, in Boston, it’s no different.

It’s easy to take the power of nature for granted. Today’s society has given many of us, a false sense of security from the elements. This winter has been mild in comparison to the past few, so as unpredictable as always.

Occasionally when I stand in the midst of a blowing wind or near a roaring ocean, I’ve  actually got a rush of fear, exhilarating but nonetheless fear.

Don’t mess with Mother Nature… lb

Note: For best listening, I suggest using headphones. 

Three Point Lighting

Below is a short, introductory tutorial for the documentarian / filmmaker / photographer on three point lighting. Lighting a subject, is often an after thought by many inexperienced media makers but it is an essential element of any production that strives for professional look. It can also be effectively used to elicit a certain style or mood.

I’ve found the setup of studio lighting the most challenging element of media production. And there is a multitude of lighting hardware to choose from, even before you begin. That said with a bit of research, patience and practice, success will be yours.

Try practicing your setup, at home or if you have control of your filming environment, setup and adjust there, beforehand.

Another great source of ideas for lighting along with other media production topics is The Filmmaker’s Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide for the Digital Age by Steven Ascher, Edward Pincus