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Why Spec Work is so Important as a Filmmaker
Check out Artlist here: https://artlist.io/artlist-70446/?artlist_aid=michaeldbliss_3620&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=michaeldbliss_3620&utm_campaign=michaeldbliss_3620 Please go support everyone involved in making this they are great people and so talented! I could not have done this without them: Jess: https://www.instagram.com/jessthewanderess/ Fahed: https://www.instagram.com/fahedalbreiki/ Lester: https://www.instagram.com/lester_lavonne/ Johnny: https://www.instagram.com/jm_gromis/ Alex (Dog Dad): https://www.instagram.com/alexfs17/ Elanna (Dog Mom): https://www.instagram.com/elannaarceo/ BTS Photography by Lester & Jess I'm so excited to share this video with you guys! I'm putting my focus this year on trying to get more commercial jobs as a filmmaker so I decided to make a spec ad and share all about the process. I hope you enjoy watching and that maybe it inspires you to make something as well. Not only is it extremely useful to make spec work but I also learned and grew so much throughout this process. Let me know what you think in the comments down below! • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • What's in my Camera Bag: Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB B Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Lav Mic Set: https://geni.us/LavMics Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/VloggingMic Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:19 - Bose Spec Commercial 1:25 - Intro Cont... 1:38 - What is Spec Work? 3:02 - The Process 5:18 - Today's Sponsor 6:54 - Why This Matters 9:38 - Outro ©2025 Michael Bliss. All Rights Reserved.
Returning to New Zealand - A Cinematic Travel Story
Wow in a lot of ways this video was 7 years in the making.. The last time I was in New Zealand was 2017 and so much has changed since then. This video covers my adventures over the course of this 3 week trip, along with how I was able to fix my regret from my last visit, and a super special surprise from my good friend Tavis. Hope you enjoy! Special Shoutout to Tavis and Jared for their help with this project: Tavis: https://www.instagram.com/earthtotavis/ Jared: https://www.instagram.com/hathewayjared/ • What's in my Camera Bag: Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB B Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Lav Mic Set: https://geni.us/LavMics Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/VloggingMic Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFoo... • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldbliss/ X: https://x.com/michaeldbliss Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - New Zealand Cinematic 1:08 - Arriving in Milford Sound 1:54 - Tavis' Top Secret Surprise 3:09 - The Surprise is Out! 4:06 - This was CRAZY 5:02 - Finding Tavis 6:49 - The Reason for this Trip 7:32 - Overnight Hike to an Alpine Hut 9:35 - Inspirational Monologue (lol) 11:27 - Outro ©2025 Michael Bliss. All Rights Reserved.
The BEST Video Editing Software in 2025 is... (and why it matters)
2025, it's time for a change! Hope you all are having a great start to the new year. Today's video is all about my thoughts on the current editing programs and which one I will be using moving forward. I would love to hear what your setup is and your thoughts on the video in the comments below. As always, thank you for tuning in and supporting my journey here! • Great place to find music for Creators: https://audiio.com/michaelbliss (please note this is an affiliate link, but I do truly recommend them for music!) • What's in my Camera Bag: Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB B Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Lav Mic Set: https://geni.us/LavMics Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/VloggingMic Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:43 - The Straw That Broke The Editor's Back 5:09 - The Beginner's Mind 6:28 - Unboxing Package from Blackmagic 8:11 - Why Use Davinci Resolve? 12:14 - These Editors Ain't Loyal 13:24 - Outro ©2025 Michael Bliss. All Rights Reserved.
iPhone 16 Pro: A Filmmakers Review
I decided to upgrade my phone this year from the iPhone 13 Pro to the 16 Pro and with that got access to Apple Log and other useful features I was eager to test it out. This is my full review of the phone as it relates to the filmmaking space, hope you enjoy! All iPhone footage was shot in Apple Log ProRes 422 HQ with the Blackmagic Cam App: https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/blackmagiccamera Check out the iPhone 16 Pro here: https://geni.us/iPhone16Pro Edited in DaVinci Resolve: https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve Special thank you to all involved in making this project possible: Jared Hatheway: https://www.instagram.com/hathewayjared Santiago León: https://www.instagram.com/santiagol3on/ Preethi Chandrasekhar: https://www.instagram.com/eagertravele/ Jaime Hasama: https://www.instagram.com/itsjaimesunny #shotoniphone #iphone16pro #applelog • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:22 - So What's New? 3:00 - The Ultra Wide Camera 5:40 - Camera Control 7:10 - 4k 120fps 9:14 - Audio Improvements 12:29 - Apple Log 16:39 - Should You Upgrade? 17:43 - Outro A 2024 film by Michael Bliss.
iPhone 16 Pro Video Test Exploring the PNW - Apple Log ProRes 4k
Hey guys so I decided to upgrade my phone this year from the iPhone 13 Pro to the 16 Pro and with that got access to Apple Log and was eager to test it out. Here's some of the footage I was able to capture while shooting a few projects in the PNW this month, hope you enjoy! All footage was shot in Apple Log ProRes 422 HQ with the Blackmagic Cam App: https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/blackmagiccamera Check out the iPhone 16 Pro here: https://geni.us/iPhone16Pro Edited in DaVinci Resolve: https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve Special thank you to all involved in making this project possible: Jared Hatheway: https://www.instagram.com/hathewayjared Santiago León: https://www.instagram.com/santiagol3on/ Preethi Chandrasekhar: https://www.instagram.com/eagertravele/ Jaime Hasama: https://www.instagram.com/itsjaimesunny #shotoniphone #iphone16pro #applelog • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2024 film by Michael Bliss.
Photographing Etosha National Park in Namibia
Wow my first time on safari in Africa! This trip was a really special experience and I'm really happy to share some of what I learned here in this video today. As I said, please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any further questions about visiting Namibia, I am happy to help! I hope you enjoy the video and thank you as always for your support. • Special thanks to Tavis, Oscar, and Tom for the company and additional footage: Tavis: https://www.instagram.com/earthtotavis/ Oscar: https://www.instagram.com/oscarsloane Tom: https://www.instagram.com/tom__quan • Gear Used & Shown in this Video: Travel Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Mid-Range Lens: https://geni.us/24-70lens Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/100-500lens Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/VloggingMic Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI Camera Strap: https://geni.us/peakdesigncamerastrap #safari #namibia #filmmaking • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldbliss/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:07 - The Journey to Etosha 2:37 - The Game Drives 7:00 - Camera Gear 10:03 - Planning & Logistics 12:43 - Outro A 2024 film by Michael Bliss.
The Canon R5C is (almost) PERFECT
Do you agree or is there something better on the market right now for creators who travel and need one camera for both photo and video? Let me know! • Special thanks to Blaine Scinta and Daniel Kouba for helping me film this video. Check them out! Blaine: https://www.instagram.com/blaine_scinta/ Dan: https://www.instagram.com/driftingphoto/ • Gear Used to Make this Video: Travel Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/VloggingMic Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI #cinemacamera #cameratest #filmmaking • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldbliss/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:09 - A True Hybrid 3:12 - High Quality Files 5:54 - The Photos 7:21 - No Camera is Perfect.. 11:37 - Outro A 2024 film by Michael Bliss.
a wake up call for creators in 2024
Do you agree with any of my points or am I crazy lol let me know! • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • What's in my Camera Bag: Vlogging Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/VloggingMic Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI #instagram #socialmedia #filmmaking Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - The Engagement Pyramid Scheme 2:34 - Passive Content 4:13 - The Effect 5:43 - The Solution Question Mark 8:15 - Outro • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2024 film by Michael Bliss.
A Photographer's Journey to Capture a Dream Photo
Would you go to this much effort just to see one location? Let me know if you think this was worth it! • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • What's in my Camera Bag: Vlogging Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/VloggingMic Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI #travelphotography #travel2024 #filmmaking Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:58 - Back in the Desert 1:46 - Oh, You Can REALLY Dance 2:18 - Why I Haven't Been Here Before 2:44 - Renting the Jeep 3:05 - The Journey Begins 3:44 - A Cinematic Arrival 4:54 - Best Sunset Ever 6:05 - The Unglamorous Side of the Adventure 6:45 - Sunrise the Next Day 7:13 - My Real Time Reaction to this Place 8:19 - Returning to Civilization 8:36 - Outro • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2024 film by Michael Bliss.
Everywhere I Travelled in 2023 as a Landscape Photographer
What was your favorite destination? Let me know! • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • What's in my Camera Bag: Vlogging Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/VloggingMic Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI #travelphotography #travel2023 #filmmaking Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:39 - January 1:48 - February 2:42 - March 3:38 - April 4:33 - May 6:20 - June 6:47 - July 7:21 - August 8:35 - September 9:50 - October 10:49 - November 11:49 - December 12:44 - Outro • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2023 film by Michael Bliss.
Watching these channels will Improve your Storytelling
These days there's more content than ever before and it's sometimes tough to sift through and find the videos that have actual substance to them. I made this video to share with you 5 of my favorite channels on YouTube to watch where you will actually feel inspired after watching instead of feeling like you wasted your time. Definitely check out these channels if you are looking for quality content to watch! Channels Featured: Channel #5: https://www.youtube.com/@allisonanderson Channel #4: https://www.youtube.com/@TimtotheWild Channel #3: https://www.youtube.com/@mattih Channel #2: https://www.youtube.com/@LifeOfRiza Channel #1: https://www.youtube.com/@ShafferN #inspiration #filmmaking #cinematics • What's in my Camera Bag: Vlogging Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/VloggingMic Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:07 - Channel #5 2:26 - Channel #4 3:43 - Channel #3 5:22 - Channel #2 6:47 - Channel #1 8:22 - Why this is helpful 9:35 - Outro • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2023 film by Michael Bliss.
The Cloak of Invincibility (explained on a mountain in Norway)
Norway was one of my favorite places I've ever visited. From the vast fjords, to the beautiful hikes, to seeing the strongest northern lights I've ever seen, I was absolutely blown away on a daily basis. Additionally, I had some pretty strong thoughts on life during this trip because of an injury I was working through that made me realize I won't be able to adventure like this forever. I hope you enjoy watching this video where I show you the beauty of Norway while also giving some thoughts on life in general I had while I was there! #norway #norwaytravel #cinematics • What's in my Camera Bag: Vlogging Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/VloggingMic Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:36 - Arriving in Norway 1:33 - Why I'm Making this Video 1:51 - Reason #1: Look at this place! 2:22 - The Day I Turned 28 4:37 - Reason #2: I'm Getting Oldddd 5:06 - The Cloak of Invincibility 7:09 - Two Options to View this Concept 7:56 - On Getting Older & Enjoying Life 9:04 - Outro - Thanks for Watching!! • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2023 film by Michael Bliss.
Yosemite Might NEVER Look like this Again.. (Record Snow Melt and Flooding 2023)
Yosemite hasn't looked like this in decades.. this was possibly an actual once in a lifetime experience. Here's what I saw, and what I learned. #yosemite #travelphotography #yosemitenationalpark • What's in my Camera Bag: Vlogging Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFoo... • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Special thanks to Blaine and Tyler for extra footage Blaine: https://www.instagram.com/blaine_scinta/ Tyler: https://www.instagram.com/tylerwayneglass/ • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss • Chapters: 0:00 - A quick look at Yosemite 0:15 - Record Snowfall 1:33 - Backstory & Context 3:04 - Arriving to the Park 3:38 - Hiking above Yosemite Falls 5:40 - Exploring the Valley Floor 6:27 - Takeaway #1 from this Experience 7:46 - Takeaway #2 from this Experience 8:50 - Outro - Subscribe? :) A 2023 film by Michael Bliss.
Watch this before traveling to GRENADA - Travel Guide
The island of Grenada is truly a tropical paradise. I visited earlier this year on a photo assignment and thought it would be helpful to share my favorite places I visited for photography while there. I hope you find this video helpful if you are planning to visit soon! #grenada #travelphotography #travelguide • What's in my Camera Bag: Vlogging Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss • Chapters: 0:00 - A quick look at Grenada 1:23 - Location #5 2:48 - Location #4 5:10 - Location #3 6:32 - Location #2 8:20 - Location #1 10:21 - Outro, Subscribe? ;) A 2023 film by Michael Bliss.
I'm Quitting Vanlife and Moving to LA
Dear Vanlife, it was a good run but after over a year living on the road, I quit... #vanlife #tinyhome #travel • What's in my Camera Bag: Vlogging Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Main Camera: https://geni.us/o7xUsjB Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/epv1Su Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss • Chapters: 0:00 - Vanlife Recap & New Apartment 1:03 - Montage From My Year on the Road 2:12 - A New Home Base 4:43 - Quitting Vanlife 7:32 What's Next? 11:40 - Outro, Subscribe? ;) A 2023 film by Michael Bliss.
Living in my Mazda CX-5 SUV - Tiny Home Tour
Hey guys, I've been wanting to make this video for a while giving you a little insight into my current living situation. I have been living out of this car for the past year and while it's not that fancy of a setup, I think it's important to show that sometimes a very simple setup can go a long way. I've driven over 30,000 miles in the past year exploring out of this car! #vanlife #tinyhome #travel • What's in my Camera Bag: Vlogging Camera: https://geni.us/YIS3RS Main Camera: https://geni.us/UPVA Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/BU68Uq Best Gimbal: https://geni.us/bddkh My Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2022 film by Michael Bliss.
Adventure is out There - My Cinematic Travel Reel 2022
My cinematic travel reel for 2022! I spent all of January compiling my best clips from the past several years for this video and I am really happy with how it turned out. I'm excited for the video projects I have coming up this year. If you would like to work with me on a project please don't hesitate to reach out by email: hello@michaeldbliss.com #cinematicreel #travelvideo #CanonC70 • What's in my Camera Bag: Main Cam: https://geni.us/CineCam B Cam/Photo Cam: https://geni.us/UPVA Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 Best Gimbal: https://geni.us/bddkh My Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2022 film by Michael Bliss.
A Road Life Update from the Utah Desert (Plans for 2022)
First video of 2022 woooo! Just a little update from the road. I feel so grateful to see so many amazing places like this as part of my job. I wanted to share where I've been in the last few months and also give some thoughts on what I'll be doing in 2022. Hope you enjoy and thank you as always for watching! • What's in my Camera Bag: Main Cam: https://geni.us/CineCam B Cam/Photo Cam: https://geni.us/UPVA Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 Best Gimbal: https://geni.us/bddkh My Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Contents of the video: 0:00 - Intro Sequence 1:13 - Making Coffee 3:13 - Where I've been since moving out 6:09 - Why this was a good time to start road life 8:23 - My plans for 2022 10:20 - Outro / Thanks for watching! • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2022 film by Michael Bliss.
Autumn Adventures - New England and the Blue Ridge Parkway
For the past 3 years in a row I’ve run around the northeast shooting the beautiful fall colors but because of the fast-paced nature of the season I’ve never felt like I had time to make a proper video from these adventures… until this year! I’m super excited I was able to finally capture some of these moments, and I hope you enjoy this video I was able to create. #CanonC70 #AutumnCinematic #FallColors • What's in my Camera Bag: Main Cam: https://geni.us/CineCam B Cam/Photo Cam: https://geni.us/UPVA Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 Best Gimbal: https://geni.us/bddkh My Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2021 film by Michael Bliss.
Why I'm Leaving New York City Forever (Update + What's Next)
Today's video is a little bit different from my normal videos but wanted to update you on my current plans! I'm honestly really sad about leaving NYC but as I said in the video I know it's the right next step for me. I hope you enjoy the video, it was nice to look back on some of my favorite moments in the city while making this! #cinematicvideo #travelvideo #newyorkcity • What's in my Camera Bag: Cine Camera: https://geni.us/CineCam Mirrorless Camera: https://geni.us/UPVA Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Favorite Drone: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 Best Gimbal: https://geni.us/bddkh My Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2021 film by Michael Bliss.
Exploring Desert Landscapes - A Roadtrip Travel Vlog
Hey I hope you enjoy this new video! It was my first time exploring in the desert for photography and despite a rough start I had an amazing time and am really happy with some of the photos I was able to capture. Let me know what your favorite part of the video was in the comments! (mine was definitely the fake product promo we made totally on the spot with no planning lol) • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 Check out Dan and Blaine: Dan: https://www.instagram.com/driftingphoto/ Blaine: https://www.instagram.com/blaine_scinta/ • What's in my Camera Bag: Main Camera: https://geni.us/UPVA Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj Favorite Telephoto Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b Drone: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 Best Gimbal: https://geni.us/bddkh My Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com • Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss A 2021 film by Michael Bliss.
iPhone 12 Pro Video Test - California Travel Vlog
Hey guys today's video was shot entirely on the iPhone 12 Pro! It was actually a lot of fun to test out the filmmaking capabilities of this phone in so many different scenarios and overall I've been very impressed. I'd love to know what you think of the video and if you are planning to use mobile videography more in your workflow with these new devices that are out now. Happy winter!! I'll be back with more videos in the new year. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 Special thanks to Daniel Kouba for additional footage: https://www.instagram.com/driftingphoto/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ5hmInU0k34m3SjDWq_jnA Gear used to make this video: • Filmed with: https://geni.us/wWzAw4 • Edited on: https://geni.us/HBA35g • Best Editing Headphones: https://geni.us/XWt6FL #iPhone12Pro #CinematicVideo #TravelVlog Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com Social Media: • Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss • Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss • Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2020 film by Michael Bliss.
iPhone 12 Pro Cinematic 4k: Yosemite & Sequoia
Exploring Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks in California with the new iPhone 12 Pro. We were lucky enough to see the seasons change from Autumn to Winter as we travelled through the parks and it was so much fun to test out making this video entirely with the iPhone, handheld, in the native camera app. I've been blown away by the footage so I hope you guys like it too! #iPhone12Pro #iPhone12ProCinematic #CinematicTravelFilm Huge thank you to Daniel Kouba for helping me with this video! • https://www.instagram.com/driftingphoto/ • https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ5hmInU0k34m3SjDWq_jnA Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 Gear used to make this video: • Filmed with: https://geni.us/wWzAw4 • Edited on: https://geni.us/HBA35g • Best Editing Headphones: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com Social Media: • Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss • Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss • Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2020 travel film by Michael Bliss.
An Autumn Morning Canoeing in Vermont
Waking up before sunrise to take this canoe on some perfectly still waters at a random lake in Vermont was 100% worth it on this beautiful Autumn morning. Hope you guys enjoy the new video! Make sure go follow my friend Bree who so expertly paddled the canoe!! https://www.instagram.com/eyeofshe/ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com Gear Used to Make this Video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/UPVA • Flying Camera: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 • Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj • Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b • Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 • Camera Stabilizer: https://geni.us/bddkh • Edited on: https://geni.us/HBA35g • Best Headphones for Editing: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Social Media: • Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss • Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss • Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2020 film by Michael Bliss.
Camping in the Blue Ridge Mountains - Sunset to Sunrise
Spent a night camping at Max Patch in North Carolina and decided to make a little video with the clips I got. Hope you guys like it! #BlueRidgeMountains #CinematicVideo #CanonEOSR Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 Second Shooter: Daniel Kouba (https://www.instagram.com/driftingphoto/) Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com Gear Used to Make this Video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/UPVA • Flying Camera: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 • Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj • Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b • Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 • Camera Stabilizer: https://geni.us/bddkh • Edited on: https://geni.us/HBA35g • Best Headphones for Editing: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Social Media: • Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss • Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss • Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss A 2020 film by Michael Bliss.
Summer Adventures in Upstate New York
Decided to put together this short video of a little trip I did to Upstate New York earlier this summer, hope you enjoy! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com Second Shooter/Travel Partner: Daniel Kouba (@driftingphoto) • https://www.instagram.com/driftingphoto/ Gear Used to Make this Video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/UPVA • Flying Camera: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 • Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj • Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b • Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 • Camera Stabilizer: https://geni.us/bddkh • Edited on: https://geni.us/HBA35g • Best Headphones for Editing: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Social Media: • Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss • Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss • Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss Music licensed by MusicBed A 2020 film by Michael Bliss.
Winter Road Trip through Banff & Jasper - Travel Vlog
Hey guys - Wanted to share with you this video of our road trip through some crazy winter conditions in Canada. Ever since my first trip to this region I've been dreaming of going back, so I was so happy to be able to make that happen earlier this year. We travelled through much of Alberta in search of the snowiest/coldest conditions and it's safe to say we found some! This might be my absolute favorite part of the world I've seen so far on my travels so I hope you enjoy the video - Bliss #banffnationalpark #cinematic #travelfilm Special thanks to Dan for helping to shoot this: https://www.instagram.com/driftingphoto/ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com Gear used to make this video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/UPVA • Flying Camera: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 • Intro shot on: https://geni.us/D4TW9y • Beast Vlogging Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj • Favorite Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b • Stabilizer: https://geni.us/bddkh • Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 • Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Edited on: https://geni.us/HBA35g • Best Editing Headphones: https://geni.us/XWt6FL My Social Media: • Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss • Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss • Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss • Editing Program: Adobe Premiere Pro • Music licensed by MusicBed A 2020 film by Michael Bliss
A Calm Weekend in the West of Ireland
A special weekend spent with my family after heading out to a region in the west of Ireland called Connemara. Hope you enjoy! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com Gear Used to Make this Video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/UPVA • Flying Camera: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 • Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj • Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b • Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 • Camera Stabilizer: https://geni.us/bddkh • Edited on: https://geni.us/HBA35g • Best Headphones for Editing: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Social Media: • Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss • Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss • Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss Editing Program: • Adobe Premiere Pro Music licensed by MusicBed: Ariana - Part 1 by Tony Anderson A 2019 film by Michael Bliss.
As The Fog Clears // a Moody Morning in Upstate New York
A morning spent in Upstate New York hiking up to this viewpoint only to be met with intense fog. We decided to stick around waiting for the fog to clear, and I'm glad we did. Check out my friends in the video: · Daniel: https://www.instagram.com/driftingphoto/ · Michael: https://www.instagram.com/kiddox/ Gear Used to Make this Video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/UPVA • Flying Camera: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 • Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/qK0Y7yj • Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/c6GHQ9b • Variable ND Filter: https://geni.us/aWAhBI • Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 • Camera Stabilizer: https://geni.us/bddkh • Edited on: https://geni.us/HBA35g • Best Headphones for Editing: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Music licensed by MusicBed: · Evaporate by Luke Atencio A short film by Michael Bliss · 2020
Exploring Washington - Pacific Northwest Travel Vlog
Hey! It's been a while but I decided to make this travel vlog from my time in Washington earlier this year. This was honestly one of my favorite places I've visited so far so I hope that came through in the video :) Let me know what you think with a comment! #Washington #Explore #PNW • Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 • Email Inquiries: hello@michaeldbliss.com Social Media: • Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss • Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss • Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss Gear used to make this video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/D4TW9y • Flying Camera: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 • Perfect Vlogging Lens: https://geni.us/REzkXw4 • Workhorse Lens: https://geni.us/DRSVOF • On Camera Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 • Edited on: https://geni.us/HBA35g • Best Editing Headphones: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Editing Program: • Adobe Premiere Pro Music licensed by MusicBed A 2019 travel film by Michael Bliss.
Experiencing my Iceland film in 3D! New York City - Vlog
The result of our shoot: https://www.instagram.com/p/Byvqi34lulj/ 393 Event Space: https://www.393nyc.com/ Check out Dotan: https://www.youtube.com/user/pianoaround https://www.instagram.com/pianoaround/ Check out Dan: https://www.instagram.com/driftingphoto/ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 Business/Partnerships: hello@michaeldbliss.com Gear used to make this video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/D4TW9y • Perfect Vlogging Lens: https://geni.us/REzkXw4 • Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/DRSVOF • Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 • Best Headphones for Editing: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss Editing Program: Adobe Premiere Pro Soundtrack Licensed by MusicBed: 1. Seen by Chris Coleman: https://www.musicbed.com/songs/seen/36874 2. Sunset Choir by Virgil Arles: https://www.musicbed.com/songs/sunset-choir/24302 3. Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken - Instrumental by SONJO: https://www.musicbed.com/songs/wild-hearts-cant-be-broken-instrumental/28359 4. All The Time by Red Licorice: https://www.musicbed.com/songs/all-the-time/36119 A film by Michael Bliss Bliss Films 2019
Mystical ICELAND - A Cinematic Memory
'Mystical ICELAND - A Cinematic Memory' is a short film by Michael Bliss in collaboration with Wilderness Tones: https://www.instagram.com/wildernesstones/ #Iceland #Cinematic #TravelFilm About the film: I travelled to Iceland in early March with Wilderness Tones to explore this beautiful country and I truly had many moments where I could not believe my eyes. I shot 500GB of photos and video, and I wanted to make this film as a visual memory of my trip. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 Business/Partnerships: hello@michaeldbliss.com Gear used to make this video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/Sq6j7IN • Flying Camera: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 • Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/REzkXw4 • Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/DRSVOF • Bigger Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/61yWz • Drone ND Filters: https://geni.us/dw3tROm • Best Headphones for Editing: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Social Media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss Second Shooters: Daniel Kouba: https://www.instagram.com/driftingphoto/ Jacob Durbin: https://www.instagram.com/j_durbz/ Soundtrack licensed by MusicBed: 1. Breathe In by Hannah Parrott - https://www.musicbed.com/songs/breathe-in/35640 2. Let Your Love Rescue Me by Bradford Nyght - https://www.musicbed.com/songs/let-your-love-rescue-me/15411 Sound effects from Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Editing Program: Adobe Premiere Pro A Short Film by Michael Bliss Bliss Films 2019
Caught in a New York City Blizzard
Blizzard - On a cold Saturday afternoon in New York last February, I got caught in a blizzard, and decided to document my surroundings on my walk home. Just me, my camera, and my surroundings. #newyorkcity #blizzard #bliss ►Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 ► Email: hello@michaeldbliss.com Gear used to make this video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/D4TW9y • Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/REzkXw4 • Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/DRSVOF • Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 • Best Headphones for Editing: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Social Media: ►Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss ►Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss ►Editing Program: Adobe Premiere Pro ►Gear: -Shot handheld on the Panasonic Lumix GH4 with two lenses: 1. Lumix 12-35mm f2.8 2. Lumix 25mm f1.7 ►Music: Au Revoir les Anges by Brique A Braq Licensed by MusicBed A short film by Michael Bliss. New York City. 2019.
2018 - MY FIRST YEAR OF TRAVEL
2018 // This was such an amazing year for me. I graduated from college, moved to New York, started working full time as a filmmaker, got to travel to some amazing places, and met so many incredible people. This video is just some of my favorite moments that I was able to capture from the year. I hope you enjoy! - Bliss ► Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 ► Email: hello@michaeldbliss.com Gear used to make this video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/Sq6j7IN • Flying Camera: https://geni.us/7Ak3S4 • Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/REzkXw4 • Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/DRSVOF • Bigger Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/61yWz • Drone ND Filters: https://geni.us/dw3tROm • Best Headphones for Editing: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Social Media: ►Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss ►Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss ► Editing Program: Adobe Premiere Pro ► Music: Eden by Jordan Critz Licensed by MusicBed A film by Michael Bliss - 2018/2019
Christmas in Ireland
Christmas time in Ireland, spent with my family - a little recap :) // Happy 2019 and thank you for watching my videos - hoping to upload more this year // -Bliss #LumixGH4 #Christmas #VisitIreland ►Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 ► Contact: hello@michaeldbliss.com Gear used to make this video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/D4TW9y • Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/DRSVOF • Wide Angle Lens: https://geni.us/REzkXw4 • Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 • Best Editing Headphones: https://geni.us/XWt6FL ►Music: In the Balance by Steven Gutheinz Social Media: ►Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss ►Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss ►Editing Program: Adobe Premiere Pro A short film by Michael Bliss 2018/2019
Banff & Glacier - The Road Trip Story
The Road Trip Story.. This was my favorite trip I've ever done and was so lucky to spend it with such amazing people. My hope with this video was to capture at least a fraction of the good times we had, and to have this to look back on fondly for years to come. Make sure to check out the other amazing humans with whom I shared this experience: Daniel: https://www.instagram.com/driftingphoto/ Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/ke.van/ Chris: https://www.instagram.com/trapadams/ Lex: https://www.instagram.com/wanderrlex/ Tuna: https://www.instagram.com/tunatheadventurecat/ #Banff #Glacier #Cinematic If you enjoyed this film, it would be amazing to show your support by subscribing to my channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlissFootball?sub_confirmation=1 Gear used to make this video: • Main Camera: https://geni.us/D4TW9y • Zoom Lens: https://geni.us/DRSVOF • Vlogging Microphone: https://geni.us/7Mf1 • Camera Stabilizer: https://geni.us/fd4No • Best Headphones for Editing: https://geni.us/XWt6FL Social Media things: ►Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaeldbliss ►Facebook: https://facebook.com/michaeldbliss ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaeldbliss ►Email: michaeldbliss@gmail.com A Travel Film by: Michael Bliss Thank you for watching.