This list of posts is designed to helping visual storytellers get starting in their journey.
These steps are sucessive, starting from the very beginning –
use the list of contents to skip ahead if needed
An overview of all filmmaking cameras, including DSLR, cinema cameras along with comparisons of sensors and extra details.
An overview of all filmmaking lenses, including photographic stills lenses, and cinema lenses along comparisons of IS and coverage.
A guide to selecting and using the right equipment, and accessories for professional video and film making.
The essential planning phase, covering storyboarding, research, budgeting, and location scouting to set the foundation for a successful project.
Ensuring cultural sensitivity and inclusivity in your storytelling to respectfully and accurately represent diverse communities and perspectives.
Exploring the latest workshops and training sessions in the field of video and film making, including storyboarding and lighting.
Exploring the principles of cinematography, including lighting, color palettes, and visual style to enhance the aesthetic quality of your films.
An introduction to video editing software and techniques, color grading, and adding graphics to create a polished final product.
Best practices for archiving and preserving your footage and finished projects for future use and historical record.
Strategies for sharing your work, building a portfolio, leveraging social media, and entering film festivals to reach a wider audience.
Understanding the legalities of filmmaking, including copyright, privacy, consent, and ethical storytelling practices.
A curated list of books, courses, communities, and software that can help aspiring filmmakers improve their skills and network with peers.
Mastering the art of interviewing and storytelling to create engaging and impactful narratives in your documentaries and visual journalism projects.
Ensuring cultural sensitivity and inclusivity in your storytelling to respectfully and accurately represent diverse communities and perspectives.
Techniques for engaging with your audience, gathering feedback, and using it to improve your future projects.
Advice on building a career in documentary filmmaking, press videography, or visual journalism, including networking, job hunting, and professional development.
Advice on building a career in documentary filmmaking, press videography, or visual journalism, including networking, job hunting, and professional development.
