The Broke Girl's Guide to Filmmaking

Tips and Tricks

Camera Work

How to Get the Perfect Shot

Need to pull off a great shot, but not sure how? There are many creative ways to get that perfect shot without fancy equipment. Find out the best techniques for getting the best dynamic shots.

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Editing

How to Color Correct

Color plays a significant role in story telling and setting mood. You might not realize how many of your favorite films utilize a distinct color palette. Does your film have a color palette? It could be the extra touch you're missing. Let's discuss the benefits of color correcting, and how to go about it.

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When and How to Use Special Effects

Special effects can greatly enhance a film when used appropriately, but learning to use them can be frustrating. It can seem intimidating and expensive to jump into a new program or software. Thankfully, there are many affordable and open source software options available today. Learning how to add special effects to your project is easier than you think!

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Location

Where Can You Film?

If you're just getting started, figuring out where filming is legal can seem complicated. So how do you find out where can you film? For the most part, this depends on the laws of your area. Let's lay down the basics of your rights, where and how filming is permitted, and how to seek permission to film on private property.

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How to Scope the Best Location

Finding the right location is one of the most crucial aspects of filming. What makes a good location? There are many aspects to consider, expense, sound pollution, ease of access, travel time, and so on. Let's talk about how to find a location to best fit your needs, and how to get creative with one that doesn't.

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