Have you ever been asked to shoot a project that had you so nervous, you wondered if you could pull it off? When I was asked to shoot the film “Tigerland,” this is exactly how I felt. In this video, I’ll take you inside the making of a verite nature doc that pushed my limits, but also pushed me to grow as a cinematographer. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 “Tigerland” on Discovery Plus: https://www.discovery.com/shows/tigerland/episodes/tigerland “Tigerland” in American Cinematographer: https://theasc.com/articles/tigerland _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:24 Setting the Look of the Film 2:13 The Subjects 3:00 Choosing the Cameras and Lenses 6:26 The Look of the Archival 7:27 Interview Lighting 8:02 Let Go and Embrace the Style 10:57 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Are you worried about being able to keep your shots in focus at all times? Think turning on auto focus, using a follow focus or focus motor will make things easier? Think again. In this video, I'll give you some tips for stripping all of that away to get more in tune with your lens and the movement of the action, just by putting your hand on the lens and taking back your creative control. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 DSC Labs Focus Chart: https://bhpho.to/3SVVlQb DCS Labs Full Calibration CamBook: https://bhpho.to/435tBgD Wooden Camera Handgrip (Right): https://bhpho.to/46vrtj1 Wooden Camera Rosette Arm: https://bhpho.to/46u6xco ARRI LBS-2 15mm Bridge Support: https://bhpho.to/46u8oxU Wooden Ball (mine was made by ErgoCine, but they are no longer around): https://bhpho.to/3ZYKxEa _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:06 Why Auto Focus is a Bad Idea 3:13 Understanding the Focus Rotation 6:08 Slow Down! 7:05 Lose the Focus Accessories! 11:20 Peaking 13:32 Reference Marks 14:09 Choose the Right Aperture 15:12 Body Language 15:51 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Do you want to get into docs, but don't know how to get in the door? Do you have a project, but know don't know how to find funding? Then this conversation is for you. Catherine Tambini has produced and directed an Academy-Award nominated film, an Emmy-nominaetd film and a Sundance Grand Jury winning film, so she has the insights to not only get started in documentaries, but how to be successful. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 Catherine Tambini IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0848550/?ref_=nmawd_ov "Hate Rising" FULL FILM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-KJhVEkWUo&t=920s "Perfectly Normal For Me" Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPEkCdDwamk "Art & Heart: The World of Isaiah Sheffer" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysbzSeWdnFA "The State of Arizona" Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftqIl15HVlY "Farmingville" Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUDTtmpM6b8 _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:05 Getting Your Start in Documentaries 4:40 Why Do the Films you Do? 5:32 Why Sound is the Most Important Thing 7:30 Building Trust 9:27 The Editor as your Audience 10:27 Process of Directing Interview vs Verite Films 12:53 Funding & Distribution in the Current Landscape 16:27 Biggest Misconception of Working in Docs _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

As documentary cinematographers, we are exposed to a lot of difficult and oftentimes traumatic experiences. These experiences can build up over time and have a significant effect on your mental health. The time has come to de-stigmatize its presence and start dealing with it in a productive way. This video will look at the types of trauma you might experience, the symptoms of the effect it's having on you, as well as ways to cope. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 IDA Documentary Magazine: “Addressing the Trauma in the Documentary Practice” by Jenni Morello: https://www.documentary.org/online-feature/addressing-trauma-documentary-practice IndieWire: “The Documentary Film Industry is in Crisis: The Unspoken Traumas of the Filmmaking Community” by Tom Roston: https://www.indiewire.com/features/craft/documentary-film-industry-trauma-ptsd-crisis-1234872732/ DocuMentality: https://documentality.org _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:18 The Challenges as a Documentary Filmmaker 2:05 Types of Trauma 2:27 Symptoms 3:08 Awareness 3:59 Breathe 4:19 Breathing Exercises 4:49 Take a Break and Have Quiet Time 5:31 Talk to Your Crew 5:57 Downtime 6:21 Allow Your Mind to Wander 6:39 Therapy 7:04 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Showtime’s “The Trade” was the hardest thing I’ve ever shot. But the experience of filming this true vérité series informed everything I’ve done since. Want to know about building a team capable of capturing stories of this magnitude? Want to know more about gaining trust and getting access to sensitive stories? Then you’ve come to right place. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 “The Trade” Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYIcDag29fE&list=PLWL27pYpTWKRsrf2ky7c5NtnX0UqIUL8O&index=13&t=5s American Cinematographer: Perspectives on a Crisis https://theasc.com/articles/the-trade-perspectives-on-a-crisis Canon C300MKII: https://bhpho.to/3SSuBRC Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8: https://bhpho.to/49LiXxV Canon 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM: https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM: https://bhpho.to/45uXnen Canon 24mm f/1.4 L II USM prime: https://bhpho.to/3UzpKGq Canon 50mm f/1.2 L II USM prime: https://bhpho.to/49pZiDb Litepanels Astra 6x: https://bhpho.to/3OADUTQ Sennheiser G4 Transmitter / Receiver Kit: https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 Sanken COS-11D: https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb Camera Mic: https://bhpho.to/3ZSG9GE Sennheiser G4 Plug-In Transmitter (w/ Phantom Power): https://bhpho.to/3ZS8tsF ThinkTank Pouches: https://bhpho.to/3S16iky _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:01 Logistical Challenges 1:36 Choosing the Crew 4:36 Creating a Unified Look 5:32 The Camera Package 6:29 The Lens Package 7:21 The Lighting Package 7:49 The Sound Package 9:18 Using the Limitations to our Advantage 9:55 Use of Perspective 11:47 Trust-Building & Access 14:10 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Packing your equipment for airline travel can be stressful. How do I not only make sure it all arrives, but arrives safely? And once I land, how do I re-pack all the gear to be able to ditch some of the bulky cases I needed for travel? This video will look at tips for packing your equipment safely to handle the abuses of airline travel, ways of prepping for the worst-case scenario, and how to re-pack everything with production in mind without bringing along a ton of extra stuff. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 Think Tank Video 18 Transport: SADLY IT'S BEEN DISCONTINUED... Here is the closest I can find to the Soft-Sided Camera Bag: https://bhpho.to/3SK3Oag Think Tank Backpack: https://bhpho.to/48WgMHJ Pelican 1510 Case: https://bhpho.to/49fOEPp Pelican 1610 Case: https://bhpho.to/4906Wo7 Think Tank Video Tripod Manager 44: https://bhpho.to/49hZKU0 Tenba Messenger Bag: https://bhpho.to/49aWkTH _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:04 Packing the Camera 4:48 Traveling with Batteries 6:23 Lenses 7:40 Camera Accessories 10:08 Tripod 11:27 Extra Bulky Items 13:14 Traveling with the Camera on Location 13:40 Converting the Camera Bag 14:15 Traveling with the Tripod on Location 14:36 Director's Monitor 15:04 Power Run Bag 15:48 DIT Bag 16:10 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Have you ever wondered how a director makes a documentary successful? Or how they get their subjects to say yes in participating in a project? What about how they are able to separate the information they already know about the story from what they know the audience doesn't yet? Emmy-winning director Pat Kondelis speaks about all of this, as well as what he looks for in hiring a crew and what not to do on a set. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 Pat Kondelis: https://www.roundmp.com _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:27 Pat Kondelis Bio 2:28 Choosing a Project 3:15 Why Documentaries? 4:09 Interview Prep Process 5:27 Always Thinking About the Edit 6:19 Separating what You Know from what the Audience Doesn't 8:18 Allowing Input from the Crew During an Interview 9:53 Required Temperament when Hiring Crew 11:08 How to Tell is the Crew is Good or Not 12:27 Building Trust 13:52 Do You Like Having Limitations? 14:36 What's Gotten Easier and What's Gotten Harder _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Is working in extreme cold difficult for you? Want to learn how to make things a little easier? In this video, I'll give you a few tips to make filming in extreme cold no different from working on a beautiful summer day! How to Watch "Tigerland" https://www.discovery.com/shows/tigerland/episodes/tigerland _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 - Tarp: https://amzn.to/3O1j7Zc - Batteries: https://bhpho.to/48uuGRb - Cooler: https://amzn.to/3TXGsPh - Ziplock bags for Lenses: https://amzn.to/3vHMlWI - Ziplock bags for Camera: https://amzn.to/3HiQRhg - Hand Warmers: https://amzn.to/3HjWg7H - Bongo Ties: https://amzn.to/47v5okp - Porta-Brace Polar Cover for Sony FS7: https://bhpho.to/3HhH1w4 - Porta-Brace Polar Cover for Sony FX3: https://bhpho.to/3vwKfJx - Porta-Brace Polar Cover for Sony FX6: https://bhpho.to/3RUMrC2 - Porta-Brace Polar Cover for Sony FX9: https://bhpho.to/48qNuAC - Porta-Brace Polar Cover for Canon C200: https://bhpho.to/41UPvma - Porta-Brace Polar Cover for Canon C300 MKII: https://bhpho.to/3RZKgx5 - Porta-Brace Polar Cover for Canon C500 MKII: https://bhpho.to/3SdeBJI - Glove Liners: https://amzn.to/3tW6kR2 _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:05 "Tigerland" 1:35 Keeping Your Gear Dry and Organized 2:10 How to Keep Batteries from Dying 3:44 Don't Let Condensation Ruin your Day (or Gear) 7:57 How to Keep your LCD Screen Working 9:38 Keeping your Camera Warm and Dry 12:19 Keeping yourself Warm 15:16 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Do you dread the thought of having gear limitations on a project? Do you feel that having less equipment will keep you from getting the look you're after? In this video, we'll look at how to re-frame the conversation to embracing limitations, or even creating them for yourself, to ultimately be more efficient and more creative. *Some of my films that have embraced the limitations:* "Cartel Land" https://youtu.be/fkLlO-nY6G8?si=a8xo4X5Lag9GgyxS "The Trade" https://youtu.be/nYIcDag29fE?si=JfsoKesTgFwI5MaQ "Hate Rising" https://youtu.be/U-KJhVEkWUo?si=EyNxBre-MOJ0SQg6 "Omara" https://youtu.be/_YCbj5TyOVs?si=g0YOahkpp_k1Ypm- _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 0:51 Why are We Afraid of Limitations? 1:25 Re-framing the Meaning of "Limitations" 1:50 What it Looks Like in Practice 2:24 Lens Choices 4:06 Lighting 4:42 Find the Beauty in the Constraints 5:37 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

This video is a special thanks for everyone who has supported me and the channel. As we close out the year, we look forward to what's coming. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

*Part Three of the Interview Lighting Series.* We move away from shooting in daylight against windows, and instead create a moody, nighttime look for our interview frame. We’ll use an Aputure 300x as the key, a 4x floppy to control the ambient spill, and use Aputure MCs and a 60x to sculpt the background. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 *APPS* Westcott https://www.fjwestcott.com/ Artemis Pro https://profilmmakerapps.com/app/artemis/ Sun Seeker https://www.ozpda.com/sunseeker/pro/index.html Sidus Link https://www.sidus.link *LIGHTING* - Aputure LS 300x (Gold Mount) https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB - Aputure LS 60x https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F - Aputure MC RGBWW https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *DIFFUSION MATERIALS* - Aputure Lantern Softbox (2.2') https://bhpho.to/46dmp25 - Westcott the C47 DP Kit https://bhpho.to/3MNrtmC - Matthews RoadRags II Kit (24x36") https://bhpho.to/3MOtVJQ - Matthews RoadRags II Scrim Frame (24 x 36") https://bhpho.to/46kpRYP - Matthews RoadRags II Flag - 24 x 36" https://bhpho.to/3MLT1Jm *STANDS* - ARRI AS-2 Lightweight Light Stand (8.5') https://bhpho.to/47gZ1lk - Impact Turtle Base C-Stand Kit (10.75', Chrome) https://bhpho.to/49HO9i0\ - Impact Turtle Base C-Stand & 20 Grip Arm Kit - 5.9' (Chrome) https://bhpho.to/3ugV4ie - Impact Steel Roller Stand II with Low Base and Braking Wheels (9.5') https://bhpho.to/3rPykou - Tenba Rolling Tripod/Grip Case (48", Black) https://bhpho.to/3QJygyT *GRIP* - Impact Super Clamp https://bhpho.to/46jVSAa - Impact Grip Head https://bhpho.to/3G69q7H - Impact 2" End Jaw Vise Grip https://bhpho.to/49IpytJ - Impact 1" Steel Spring A-Clamp https://bhpho.to/3sDlB8Q - Impact 2" Steel Spring A-Clamp https://bhpho.to/47gNrqA - C-47 Production Clips https://bhpho.to/3MNu93E *POWER* - Watson AC Power Extension Cord https://bhpho.to/49Do83y - 6-Outlet Power Strip https://bhpho.to/3SPXpeh Mannequin "Model" https://amzn.to/3vsfCEO _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:02 Finding the Frame 1:54 Key Light 2:51 Key Light Modifier 4:25 Lighting the Background 7:21 Control Ambience through Exposure 9:05 Control Key Ambience 10:24 Shaping the Key 14:06 Sitting for Final Tweaks 17:06 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

*Part Two of the Interview Lighting Series* This video looks at setting up a soft, pleasing key light when you need to mimic a window in a tight space. I employ the Westcott C47 Book Light Kit to get us there. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 *APPS* Westcott https://www.fjwestcott.com/ Artemis Pro https://profilmmakerapps.com/app/artemis/ Sun Seeker https://www.ozpda.com/sunseeker/pro/index.html Sidus Link https://www.sidus.link *LIGHTING* - Aputure LS 600d Pro (Gold Mount) https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK - Aputure LS 300x (Gold Mount) https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *DIFFUSION MATERIALS* - Westcott the C47 Scrim Jim Cine Book Light Kit https://bhpho.to/47xZgbC - Matthews RoadRags II Kit (24x36") https://bhpho.to/3MOtVJQ - Matthews RoadRags II Scrim Frame (24 x 36") https://bhpho.to/46kpRYP - Matthews RoadRags II Flag - 24 x 36" https://bhpho.to/3MLT1Jm *STANDS* - ARRI AS-2 Lightweight Light Stand (8.5') https://bhpho.to/47gZ1lk - Impact Turtle Base C-Stand Kit (10.75', Chrome) https://bhpho.to/49HO9i0\ - Impact Turtle Base C-Stand & 20 Grip Arm Kit - 5.9' (Chrome) https://bhpho.to/3ugV4ie - Impact Steel Roller Stand II with Low Base and Braking Wheels (9.5') https://bhpho.to/3rPykou - Tenba Rolling Tripod/Grip Case (48", Black) https://bhpho.to/3QJygyT *GRIP* - Impact Super Clamp https://bhpho.to/46jVSAa - Impact Grip Head https://bhpho.to/3G69q7H - Impact 2" End Jaw Vise Grip https://bhpho.to/49IpytJ - Impact 1" Steel Spring A-Clamp https://bhpho.to/3sDlB8Q - Impact 2" Steel Spring A-Clamp https://bhpho.to/47gNrqA - C-47 Production Clips https://bhpho.to/3MNu93E *POWER* - Watson AC Power Extension Cord https://bhpho.to/49Do83y - 6-Outlet Power Strip https://bhpho.to/3SPXpeh Mannequin "Model" https://amzn.to/3vsfCEO _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:05 Finding the Frame 6:34 Tracking the Sun 7:28 Building the Key Light 10:31 Shoutout to my friends at theC47 11:46 Setting the Light 14:02 Dealing with the Clouds 16:21 Controlling the Sunlight 17:51 Dealing with Glasses Reflections 19:45 To Fill or Not to Fill 21:44 Sculpting the Light 24:32 Final Looks 26:34 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

*Part One of the Interview Lighting Series* This video looks at building a 6x6 soft box that competes with window light, while still producing a nice, soft key light. I’ll walk you through step-by-step how to get a flattering light on your subject, even when it requires 5 stops of light! _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 *APPS* Artemis Pro https://apps.apple.com/us/app/artemis-pro/id1164523253 Sun Seeker https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sun-seeker-tracker-surveyor/id330247123 Sidus Link https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sidus-link/id1471951977 *LIGHTING* - Aputure LS 600d Pro (Gold Mount) https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK - Aputure LS 300x (Gold Mount) https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *DIFFUSION MATERIALS* - Westcott ScrimJim Cine 6x6 Frame Set https://bhpho.to/46fjx4B - Westcott ScrimJim Cine 6x6 1/2 Stop Grid Cloth https://bhpho.to/3MLQgaU - Westcott ScrimJim Cine 6x6 Silver/White Bounce https://bhpho.to/3sBXVSa - Matthews RoadRags II Kit (24x36") https://bhpho.to/3MOtVJQ - Matthews RoadRags II Scrim Frame (24 x 36") https://bhpho.to/46kpRYP - Matthews RoadRags II Flag - 24 x 36" https://bhpho.to/3MLT1Jm *STANDS* - ARRI AS-2 Lightweight Light Stand (8.5') https://bhpho.to/47gZ1lk - Impact Turtle Base C-Stand Kit (10.75', Chrome) https://bhpho.to/49HO9i0\ - Impact Turtle Base C-Stand & 20 Grip Arm Kit - 5.9' (Chrome) https://bhpho.to/3ugV4ie - Impact Steel Roller Stand II with Low Base and Braking Wheels (9.5') https://bhpho.to/3rPykou - Tenba Rolling Tripod/Grip Case (48", Black) https://bhpho.to/3QJygyT *GRIP* - Impact Super Clamp https://bhpho.to/46jVSAa - Impact Grip Head https://bhpho.to/3G69q7H - Impact 2" End Jaw Vise Grip https://bhpho.to/49IpytJ - Impact 1" Steel Spring A-Clamp https://bhpho.to/3sDlB8Q - Impact 2" Steel Spring A-Clamp https://bhpho.to/47gNrqA - C-47 Production Clips https://bhpho.to/3MNu93E *POWER* - Watson AC Power Extension Cord https://bhpho.to/49Do83y - 6-Outlet Power Strip https://bhpho.to/3SPXpeh Mannequin "Model" https://amzn.to/3vsfCEO _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 0:44 Scouting the Location 1:55 Artemis Pro App 2:59 Framing up the Camera 4:02 Setting Exposure for the Windows 5:20 Sun Seeker App 6:27 Blocking the Unwanted Light 7:10 Setting the Key Light 14:19 Refine Key Placement 15:18 Sidus Link App 16:41 Background Lighting 19:10 Sculpt the Key Light 21:52 The Final Result 22:35 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Want to know what grip & lighting gear I use when shooting interviews? This video breaks down everything I bring on a job and why. In the coming videos, we’ll put this gear to work setting up a variety of interview lighting approaches. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 *LIGHTING* - Aputure LS 600d Pro (Gold Mount) https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK - Aputure LS 300x (Gold Mount) https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB - Aputure LS 60x https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F - Aputure Accent B7C RGBWW 8-Light Kit https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *DIFFUSION MATERIALS* - TRP UltraBounce 6x6 https://bhpho.to/45vF3ld - Matthews China Silk 6x6 https://bhpho.to/46Auz5G - Matthews Artificial Silk 6x6 https://bhpho.to/3LZR6Ah - Matthews Bleached Muslin 6x6 https://bhpho.to/46uX18L - Matthews Unbleached Muslin 6x6 https://bhpho.to/3tzEUQz - Westcott the C47 DP Kit https://bhpho.to/3MNrtmC - Westcott the C47 Book Light Kit https://bhpho.to/47xZgbC - Westcott ScrimJim Cine 6x6 Frame Set https://bhpho.to/46fjx4B - Westcott ScrimJim Cine 6x6 1/2 Stop Grid Cloth https://bhpho.to/3MLQgaU - Westcott ScrimJim Cine 6x6 Silver/White Bounce https://bhpho.to/3sBXVSa - Matthews RoadRags II Kit (24x36") https://bhpho.to/3MOtVJQ - Matthews RoadRags II Scrim Frame (24 x 36") https://bhpho.to/46kpRYP - Matthews RoadRags II Flag - 24 x 36" https://bhpho.to/3MLT1Jm - Aputure Lantern Softbox (2.2') https://bhpho.to/46dmp25 - Chimera Octaplus Expandable Light Bank - 5' https://bhpho.to/3tBbNMU - Impact Speed Ring for Impact, Bowens S, Westcott & Aputure https://bhpho.to/47yIQzG *STANDS* - ARRI AS-2 Lightweight Light Stand (8.5') https://bhpho.to/47gZ1lk - Impact Turtle Base C-Stand Kit (10.75', Chrome) https://bhpho.to/49HO9i0\ - Impact Turtle Base C-Stand & 20 Grip Arm Kit - 5.9' (Chrome) https://bhpho.to/3ugV4ie - Impact Steel Roller Stand II with Low Base and Braking Wheels (9.5') https://bhpho.to/3rPykou - Tenba Rolling Tripod/Grip Case (48", Black) https://bhpho.to/3QJygyT *GRIP* - Impact Super Clamp https://bhpho.to/46jVSAa - Impact Grip Head https://bhpho.to/3G69q7H - Impact 2" End Jaw Vise Grip https://bhpho.to/49IpytJ - Matthews Mini Matthellini Clamp https://bhpho.to/46hLZmu - Matthews MiniGrip Head https://bhpho.to/3sBynEM - Impact 1" Steel Spring A-Clamp https://bhpho.to/3sDlB8Q - Impact 2" Steel Spring A-Clamp https://bhpho.to/47gNrqA - C-47 Production Clips https://bhpho.to/3MNu93E - Impact Six Empty Saddle Sandbag Kit https://bhpho.to/40FWZc6 *POWER* - Watson AC Power Extension Cord https://bhpho.to/49Do83y - 6-Outlet Power Strip https://bhpho.to/3SPXpeh _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 0:55 Organize Your Gear 3:06 Lighting Units 5:53 Diffusion 10:17 Stands 13:06 Westcott Scrim Jim 14:46 Grip Hardware 15:45 Electric 15:54 Sand Bags 17:00 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Building Trust with your subjects is one of the most important foundations of documentary filmmaking. This video will talk about, as a cinematographer, how to earn the trust of the subjects you will be working with - not only to get a better product, but also to be an empathetic participant in the process of storytelling. Without trust, you won’t be able to tell a truthful story, so I will share some insight into this process. *THE FILMS* Cartel Land https://www.amazon.com/Cartel-Land-Dr-Jose-Mireles/dp/B012E84GRS Tigerland https://www.discovery.com/shows/tigerland/episodes/tigerland The Trade https://www.sho.com/the-trade/season/1 _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 0:59 The First Meeting 1:38 Explain the Process 2:23 How to Give the Audience the Full Picture 3:33 When to Cut 4:07 The Little Things 4:36 Entering a Sacred Place 4:51 Conslusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Shooting documentaries require a lot of handheld work. Need to improve your abilities? This video looks at 6 tips to get better handheld footage. *FILMS* The Pursuit - 2019 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqZ6WWMyb84 Once Upon a Time in Uganda - 2021 https://www.amazon.com/Once-Upon-Uganda-Isaac-Nabwana/dp/B0CBHVLSHM _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 CineSaddle: https://bhpho.to/3tOlEPp Easy Rig: https://bhpho.to/3s4jIBI Think Tank Belt Pouch: https://bhpho.to/3S16iky 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:01 Step 1: Maintain 3 Points of Contact 2:06 Step 2: Make Your Camera Heavier 2:31 Step 3: Balance Your Camera 3:57 Step 4: Support the Camera 4:19 Step 5: Keep the Camera Moving 5:11 Step 6: Count to 10 6:45 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Mounting and hiding your lavalier microphone on a subject can oftentimes be a difficult and frustrating process, especially if you aren't used to doing it. This video will walk you through some techniques to mount a lav and a t-shirt, collared shirt, suit and tie, as well as a heavy winter coat. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 Sanken COS-11 Lavalier https://bhpho.to/3PZgXJZ Topstick https://amzn.to/3HB7uoB Remote Audio Mini Foamies https://bhpho.to/3PXUz3w Rycote Overcovers https://bhpho.to/48U6cS0 Mannequin "Model" https://amzn.to/3vsfCEO _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:03 Important things before you start 1:57 Lav a t-shirt 6:28 Lav a collared shirt 10:54 Lav a suit and tie 14:27 Lav a winter coat 18:48 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Own equipment that you should be making money off of? In this video, I will walk through how to make smart purchasing decisions to let your gear work for you and not against you. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 https://kitsplit.com https://www.sharegrid.com/ _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 0:52 Gear isn’t important, but it is 1:22 Buy what you need now 1:53 Creating the Formula 5:32 Alternate Sources of Rental Income 7:06 Tracking Inventory to Make Smart Investments 8:34 Insurance is Important 9:02 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Need to do your own sound while also filming? This video will walk you through recording up to four tracks of isolated audio tracks to your camera, as well as using an external recorder for even more options. I am using the Canon C500MKII, but this video will give you ideas regardless of the camera you are using. If you are interested in the equipment I am using in this video, check out my "Documentary Audio Gear" video where everything is broken down. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 *CAMERA MIC* Schoeps CMIT-5U https://bhpho.to/3ZSG9GE Sennheiser MKH 8060 https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO Rode NTG-3 https://bhpho.to/46vi4bj *SHOTGUN WIND PROTECTION* Rycote Foam Windscreen https://bhpho.to/48VyUC2 Rycote Super Softie https://bhpho.to/3twPbgj Rycote Classic Softie https://bhpho.to/46AxKKE *WIRELESS LAVALIERS* Sennheiser SK 2000 Transmitter https://bhpho.to/46u5x86 Sennheiser EK 2000 Receiver https://bhpho.to/3FADrfL Sennheiser G4 Transmitter / Receiver Kit https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 Lectrosonics Transmitter https://bhpho.to/3ZRJu8Z Lectrosonics Receiver https://bhpho.to/3ty0dly *LAVALIER MICROPHONE* Sanken COS-11D https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *LAVALIER MOUNTING* Topstick https://amzn.to/3HB7uoB Remote Audio Mini Foamies https://bhpho.to/3PXUz3w Rycote Overcovers https://bhpho.to/48U6cS0 Waist Strap https://bhpho.to/48MuZY9 *WIRELESS BOOM* Sennheiser G4 Plug-In Transmitter (w/ Phantom Power) https://bhpho.to/3ZS8tsF Sennheiser G4 Plug-In Transmitter (w/o Phantom Power) https://bhpho.to/46r4qWT Sennheiser G4 Receiver (for both Boom Rx & Comtek-IFB) https://bhpho.to/3PYIqvv *TASCAM MICRO RECORDER* Tascam DR-10L https://bhpho.to/3PTAcVq *EXTERNAL RECORDERS* Zoom H6 https://bhpho.to/3tv8M0z Zoom H4N https://bhpho.to/3ZWGmZj *TIMECODE* Tentacle Sync https://bhpho.to/3tx7vWK *HEADPHONES* Sony MDR-7506 https://bhpho.to/4940RaO Sennheiser IE 4 https://bhpho.to/3PZ0plg _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:11 2 Tracks of Audio 4:27 3 Tracks of Audio 7:49 4 Tracks of Audio 12:39 Wireless Boom for Producer 13:38 Staying Organized 14:50 ! DISCLAIMER ! 15:30 External Recorder for MORE TRACKS 17:02 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Wonder how I build out my camera for handheld documentary work? In this video, I break down how I build out my Canon C500MKII, with all the accessories that make a perfect setup (for me). Please keep in mind this is how I build my personal camera for the work I do. This is no means and be all, end all solution. Each person’s preferences are different. The point of this video is to inspire you with options, as well as present a few things to think about as you decide how to built out your camera. Also, be sure to do your research on the various camera accessories on the market - because there are a lot of them! This is what I use, whether because I've been a part of the brand's infrastructure for many years, or because this is what I've found for the particular problems I needed to solve. There are many options out there, so be sure to choose the ones that are right for you. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 *(IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE)* Canon C500MKII https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd Wooden Camera Unified Accessory Kit (Base) https://bhpho.to/45zICqy Wooden Camera NATO Rail Top Handle https://bhpho.to/3rPK2zy Wooden Camera NATO Rail https://bhpho.to/46Pb09m Canon EVF-V70 https://bhpho.to/45xGjED Wooden Camera AIR Mount https://bhpho.to/3tqvUNs Wooden Camera AIR Mount - Friction Knuckle https://bhpho.to/3tsfZhD ARRI Viewfinder Bracket https://bhpho.to/45ArXTQ Wooden Camera Unified VCT Wedge Plate https://bhpho.to/46L5Nzi VCT Plate https://bhpho.to/46p4Wo6 Angenieux EZ 1&2 Zooms https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 Wooden Camera Zip Box Pro https://bhpho.to/45vfCAb Tilta Lens Support https://bhpho.to/45vaQ5O Wooden Camera Handgrip (Right) https://bhpho.to/46vrtj1 Wooden Camera Rosette Arm https://bhpho.to/46u6xco ARRI LBS-2 15mm Bridge Support https://bhpho.to/46u8oxU Wooden Ball (mine was made by ErgoCine, but they are no longer around) https://bhpho.to/3ZYKxEa SmallHD CINE 5 (mine is a Focus5, but they don’t make it anymore) https://bhpho.to/3ZTdKQA Small Noga Arm for monitor https://bhpho.to/3tt7LG9 Sennheiser MKH-8060 https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO Rycote Super-Softie https://bhpho.to/3twPbgj Wooden Camera Battery Slide - Gold Mount https://bhpho.to/3ZSGOI8 Canon EU-V2 https://bhpho.to/3FeA9OS Wooden Camera V-Mount to Gold Mount https://bhpho.to/3ZVedlq CORE SWX Nano Battery 98WHr https://bhpho.to/3ZTkNbY Teradek Bolt500 (they don’t make this anymore) Teradek Antennas for Bolt500 https://amzn.to/3RE4qMG Wooden Camera NATO Lock Clamp https://bhpho.to/3ty0DbC Wooden Camera Cold Shoe Mount https://bhpho.to/48VQWEb _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:07 Why a bigger camera? 1:58 Top Plate & Handle 3:12 EVF 3:44 Baseplate & Shoulder Pad 5:19 Mattebox & Lens Support 5:47 Handgrips 7:15 Quick Stripdown to Smaller Build 7:55 On-board Monitor 8:29 Camera Mic 8:58 Side Grip 9:50 Power Options 11:55 Teradek Transmitter 13:06 Audio Receivers 14:35 Conclusion _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

What exactly is cinema vérité and what kind of movie does this style tell? The term gets thrown around a lot and oftentimes, in the completely wrong way. This video will talk about the history of vérité documentaries, the theory behind them, and what it takes to shoot one. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VÉRITÉ DOCUMENTARY RECOMMENDATIONS* 🔗 *_Primary (1960)_* - Robert Drew *_Don’t Look Back (1967)_* - D.A. Pennebaker *_Titicut Follies (1967)_* - Frederick Wiseman *_Salesman (1969)_* - Albert Maysles, David Maysles, Charlotte Zwerin *_Gimme Shelter (1970)_* - Albert Maysles, David Maysles, Charlotte Zwerin *_Grey Gardens (1975)_* - Albert Maysles, David Maysles, Ellen Hovde, Muffie Meyer *_Welfare (1975)_* - Frederick Wiseman *_Harlan County, U.S.A (1976)_* - Barbara Kopple *_Paris is Burning (1990)_* - Jennie Livingston *_The War Room (1993)_* - D.A. Pennebaker, Chris Hegedus *_Hoop Dreams (1994)_* - Steve James *_Born into Brothels (2004)_* - Ross Kauffman, Zana Briski *_Metallica: Some Kind of Monster (2004)_* - Joe Berlinger, Bruce Sinofsky *_Boys of Baraka (2005)_* - Heidi Ewing, Rachel Grady *_Murderball (2005)_* - Henry Alex Rubin, Dana Adam Shapiro *_Street Fight (2005)_* - Marshall Curry *_Iraq in Fragments (2006)_* - James Longley *_Jesus Camp (2006)_* - Heidi Ewing, Rachel Grady *_Hell and Back Again (2011)_* - Danfung Dennis *_The Queen of Versailles (2014)_* - Lauren Greenfield *_Cartel Land (2015)_* - Matthew Heineman *_Western (2015)_* - Bill Ross, Turner Ross *_Weiner (2016)_* - Josh Kriegman, Elyse Steinberg *_City of Ghosts (2017)_* - Matthew Heineman *_The Trade (2018)_* - Matthew Heineman *_Flint Town (2018)_* - Zackary Canepari, Drea Cooper, Jessica Dimmock *_All That Breathes (2022)_* - Shaunak Sen _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:08 History 5:14 Theory & Methodology 7:24 Verite in Practice 10:39 Verite as an Entry Point 11:56 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Have a film you want to shoot, but don't know how to set the look parameters you are going for? This video is for you. I'll talk about finding the theme of the story to set a baseline and using that theme to determine camera movement, lighting, camera and lens choices. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 0:47 Find the Theme 1:22 Camera Movement 1:54 Lighting 2:27 Lenses 3:20 Equipment 3:55 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Case Study of "Cartel Land" - Feature Documentary With unprecedented access, CARTEL LAND is a riveting, on-the-ground look at the journeys of two modern-day vigilante groups and their shared enemy – the murderous Mexican drug cartels. In the Mexican state of Michoacán, Dr. Jose Mireles, a small-town physician known as "El Doctor," leads the Autodefensas, a citizen uprising against the violent Knights Templar drug cartel that has wreaked havoc on the region for years. Meanwhile, in Arizona's Altar Valley – a narrow, 52-mile-long desert corridor known as Cocaine Alley – Tim "Nailer" Foley, an American veteran, heads a small paramilitary group called Arizona Border Recon, whose goal is to stop Mexico’s drug wars from seeping across our border. "Cartel Land" is available for purchase on iTunes & Amazon Prime, or watch for free on Kanopy. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ *GEAR* - Shot on the Canon C300 - Lenses: Canon EF-S 17-55mm & EF-L 24-105mm *CREW* - Director: :Matthew Heineman - Executive Producers: Kathryn Bigelow & Molly Thompson - Producers: Tom Yellin, Matthew Heineman, Myles Estey, Bradley J. Ross & Matt Porwoll - Editors: Matthew Hamachek, Matthew Heineman, Bradley J. Ross & Pax Wassermann - Cinematographer: Matt Porwoll & Matthew Heineman - Music: Jackson Greenberg & H. Scott Salinas *FESTIVALS & AWARDS* - 2015 SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL - Cinematography & Directing Winner - 2016 CINEMA EYE HONORS - Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography Winner - 2016 PRIMETIME EMMYS - Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program, Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking & Outstanding Sound Editing for a Nonfiction Program Winners - 2016 ACADEMY AWARDS - Best Documentary Feature Nominee _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 2:47 How the Film Came to Be 3:31 The Team 3:52 Equipment Used 5:06 Apo, Mexico 6:56 Dealing with Danger & Fear 8:20 Shooting at Night 9:26 Direct-to-Lens Interviews 10:40 Conclusion

Do you find yourself needing to do your own sound, but don't know what to use? This video will walk you through my documentary audio package and what I use on a regular basis. We'll talk about camera mics, wind protection, wireless lavaliers, lav mounting options, wireless boom setup, external recorders, timecode and headphones. All the goodies that will deliver high-quality sound in a compact package that will fit in well with your current setup. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 *CAMERA MIC* Schoeps CMIT-5U https://bhpho.to/3ZSG9GE Sennheiser MKH 8060 https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO Rode NTG-3 https://bhpho.to/46vi4bj *SHOTGUN WIND PROTECTION* Rycote Foam Windscreen https://bhpho.to/48VyUC2 Rycote Super Softie https://bhpho.to/3twPbgj Rycote Classic Softie https://bhpho.to/46AxKKE *WIRELESS LAVALIERS* Sennheiser SK 2000 Transmitter https://bhpho.to/46u5x86 Sennheiser EK 2000 Receiver https://bhpho.to/3FADrfL Sennheiser G4 Transmitter / Receiver Kit https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 Lectrosonics Transmitter https://bhpho.to/3ZRJu8Z Lectrosonics Receiver https://bhpho.to/3ty0dly *LAVALIER MICROPHONE* Sanken COS-11D https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *LAVALIER MOUNTING* Topstick https://amzn.to/3HB7uoB Remote Audio Mini Foamies https://bhpho.to/3PXUz3w Rycote Overcovers https://bhpho.to/48U6cS0 Waist Strap https://bhpho.to/48MuZY9 *WIRELESS BOOM* Sennheiser G4 Plug-In Transmitter (w/ Phantom Power) https://bhpho.to/3ZS8tsF Sennheiser G4 Plug-In Transmitter (w/o Phantom Power) https://bhpho.to/46r4qWT Sennheiser G4 Receiver (for both Boom Rx & Comtek-IFB) https://bhpho.to/3PYIqvv *TASCAM MICRO RECORDER* Tascam DR-10L https://bhpho.to/3PTAcVq *EXTERNAL RECORDERS* Zoom H6 https://bhpho.to/3tv8M0z Zoom H4N https://bhpho.to/3ZWGmZj *TIMECODE* Tentacle Sync https://bhpho.to/3tx7vWK *HEADPHONES* Sony MDR-7506 https://bhpho.to/4940RaO Sennheiser IE 4 https://bhpho.to/3PZ0plg _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 0:48 Camera Mic 2:27 Shotgun Wind Protection 3:32 Wireless Lavaliers 4:18 Lavalier Microphone 6:35 Lavalier Mounting 10:42 Wireless Boom 12:15 Tascam Micro Recorder 13:43 External Recorders 15:11 Timecode 15:45 Headphones 17:07 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

In Part 2 of Being a Documentary Camera Assistant, I will walk you through the technical skills required to be successful. Knowing your camera, staying organized, things you should always have on hand, media management and facilitating the crew. To become a good documentary cinematographer, you first need to know how the job is done. And this series will show you how. Be sure to check out Part 1 of the series: https://youtu.be/zf_gOERlwnc where I talk about the role of an AC, how to think like a cinematographer, how to work with sound and how to build relationships with the people that will want to hire you. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 Porta-Brace Run Bag: https://bhpho.to/45wIQ1Q Think Tank Belt Pouch: https://bhpho.to/3S16iky 1/2" Multi-Colored Gaff Tape: https://bhpho.to/3RRSCbE Hard Drives: https://bhpho.to/46PaE2w Shotput Pro: https://www.imagineproducts.com/product/shotput-pro _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:12 Know Your Camera 2:22 Organization 3:27 What to Always Have on Hand 4:23 Data Management 5:24 Facilitating the Crew 6:43 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

So you want to be a documentary cinematographer? I'll break down the reasons why I think you should start as a camera assistant. Learn how the role of an AC teaches you to be a better cinematographer, how to think like one, how to work with sound and how to build relationships with the people that will want to hire you. Be sure to check out Part 2, where we will talk about knowing your camera, staying organized, data management and facilitating your crew. https://youtu.be/5QmNlzjlAhA _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:57 Role of a documentary AC 3:20 How to Think Like a DP w/o Being One 5:16 Working with Sound 6:13 When to Speak Up & When Not To 7:49 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Case Study of "Once Upon a Time in Uganda" - Feature Documentary In the slums of Kampala, two men from opposite sides of the world come together over a shared love for America’s greatest hero: Rambo. Against all odds, the two make their own action movies with no money — and bring joy to millions of people on the internet. Welcome to “Wakaliwood.” Through comedy and kung-fu, "Once Upon a Time in Uganda" chronicles the unlikely friendship between Isaac Nabwana, a director hailed as “Africa’s Tarantino,” and Alan Hofmanis, a film programmer from New York. While Isaac tirelessly makes feature after feature, Alan brings his films to international audiences. But tensions flare as Isaac’s star rises — threatening their partnership and all of Wakaliwood. Once Upon a Time in Uganda is available for rent on iTunes, Amazon, Vudu and Google Play. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ *GEAR* - Shot on the Canon C300 & C300mkii - Lenses: Canon CN-E Cine Zooms & Zeiss CP2s *CREW* - Director: :Cathryne Czubek - Executive Producers: Sarah Dowland & Gabriella Ludlow - Producers: Kyaligamba Ark Martin, Gigi Diment, Hugo Perez & Matt Porwoll - Editors: Amanda Hughes & Cathryne Czubek - Cinematographer: Matt Porwoll - Location Sound: Nikola Chapelle - Music: Andrew Hollander FESTIVALS & AWARDS - 2020 SXSW - 2021 DOC NYC - Grand Jury Winner - 2022 Florida Film Festival - Grand Jury Winner _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 0:48 Trailer 3:13 Inspiration for our style 5:06 Archival treatment 6:34 Helicopter scene - listening to your subjects 8:24 Market Chase scene - shooting recreations 9:30 Dauda Weapons Closet scene - shooting when you don’t speak the language 11:51 Projector scene - setting the tone 14:09 Relationship scene - shooting single camera coverage 16:49 Conclusion

The Ultimate Diffusion and Bounce Test looks at a wide variety of materials to help you soften your light. Want to know what a certain material looks like and how it affects the light? What does diffusion-only look like? How about just bouncing the light? What about combining one with the other?? Look no further! If you want to read the full technical breakdown, you can find it on my website. https://www.mattporwoll.com/the-ultimate-diffusion-bounce-test _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation _____________________________________ 🔗 *VIDEO LINKS* 🔗 *DIFFUSION* - Full (Artificial) Silk https://bhpho.to/3LZR6Ah - China Silk https://bhpho.to/46Auz5G - 1/4 Silk https://bhpho.to/3S13DY6 - Full Grid Cloth https://bhpho.to/46Jbyxk - 1/2 (Lite) Grid Cloth https://bhpho.to/45up86O - 1/4 Grid Cloth https://bhpho.to/46PuU48 - Frost https://bhpho.to/46J6aKw - Opal Lee 410 https://bhpho.to/3S0rO9i - 1/2 White Diffusion Lee 250 https://bhpho.to/46wIVUs - Full White Diffusion Lee 216 https://bhpho.to/3FjPUEl - Bleached Muslin https://bhpho.to/46uX18L - Unbleached Muslin https://bhpho.to/3tzEUQz *BOUNCE* - White Griffolyn https://bhpho.to/3ZUJt3T - Ultra Bounce https://bhpho.to/45vF3ld - Bleached Muslin https://bhpho.to/46uX18L - Unbleached Muslin https://bhpho.to/3tzEUQz - Bead Board _____________________________________ 📖 *CHAPTERS* 📖 0:00 Intro 1:10 Breakdown of the test 1:47 Bounce materials overview 1:57 Diffusion materials overview 2:27 Diffusion explanation 3:05 DIFFUSION: Full (Artificial) Silk 3:24 DIFFUSION China Silk 3:42 DIFFUSION: 1/4 Silk 3:55 DIFFUSION: Full Grid Cloth 4:16 DIFFUSION: 1/2 (Lite) Grid Cloth 4:27 DIFFUSION: 1/4 Grid Cloth 4:38 DIFFUSION: Frost 5:14 DIFFUSION: Opal Lee 410 5:31 DIFFUSION: 1/2 White Diffusion Lee 250 5:42 DIFFUSION: Full White Diffusion Lee 216 6:00 DIFFUSION: Bleached Muslin 6:11 DIFFUSION: Unbleached Muslin 6:25 Bounce explanation 6:47 BOUNCE: White Griffolyn 7:04 BOUNCE: Ultra Bounce 7:25 BOUNCE: Bleached & Unbleached Muslins 8:02 BOUNCE: Bead Board 8:12 Bounce w/ added diffusion explanation 8:55 BOUNCE w/ DIFFUSION: White Griffolyn 9:23 BOUNCE w/ DIFFUSION: Ultra Bounce 9:51 BOUNCE w/ DIFFUSION: Bleached Muslin 10:18 BOUNCE w/ DIFFUSION: Unbleached Muslin 10:44 BOUNCE w/ DIFFUSION: Bead Board 11:10 Conclusion _____________________________________ 🎥🎧💥 *MY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR THE FILMS I SHOOT* 💥🎧🎥 🎥 *A CAM* https://bhpho.to/3LWIafd *B CAM* https://bhpho.to/3Fi9lgU *PRIMARY ZOOMS* https://bhpho.to/46J9oO8 *PRIMARY PRIMES* https://bhpho.to/48Tpypn *LIGHTWEIGHT ZOOM* https://bhpho.to/46RzZJd *TRIPOD* https://bhpho.to/48v7HFx *Want to see how I configure my handheld rig?* https://youtu.be/m_ggic3Wk8I?si=LoLcmAGiah4dcFAc 🎧 *CAMERA MIC* https://bhpho.to/3QgAgzO *WIRELESS TX/RX* https://bhpho.to/3FgTMG5 *LAVALIER* https://bhpho.to/3Fdddjb *Want to see my audio configuration when doing my own sound?* https://youtu.be/3LOn7ZXk8Ic?si=9Mf1FLYEqHgtRD5i 💡 *KEY LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3SMcQnK *FILL LIGHT* https://bhpho.to/3ZWC3gB *ACCENT LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/40Ebm0F *PRACTICAL LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/46hJlgs *MINIATURE LIGHTS* https://bhpho.to/41f3Iu2 *Want to see my full lighting package and how I use it?* https://youtu.be/rPutY1PS5XE?si=vr2H7u34jLe4TelK _____________________________________ *DISCLAIMERS* This video is not sponsored by any brand, and most of the gear discussed in the video is equipment I personally bought and own. On occasion, however, videos may feature equipment that has been provided by outside brands, which I will always point out. My review of these products are always without bias and are only shown because I would personally recommend their use. Many of the external links to products in my videos are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you if purchases are made using these links and those purchases help me continue to provide free content on this channel.

Welcome to my YouTube Channel. I'm here to share the knowledge and experience I've learned throughout my career as a documentary cinematographer with you. Throughout the videos I'll cover all kinds of skills that relate to documentary cinematography, both the technical and non-technical alike. Learn camera, lighting, and sound tips & tricks. Watch case studies of various films I've shot over the years. Study the nuances of documentary cinematography - setting the look of a film, prepping for a film, the relationship between cinematographer and director, how to gain access and earn trust, and how to shoot verite. Learn how to become a better cinematographer. _____________________________________ 💥📞 *NEED MORE ADVICE THAN A YOUTUBE VIDEO CAN OFFER? SCHEDULE A ONE-ON-ONE CALL TO GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* 📞💥 https://calendly.com/matt-porwoll/one-on-one-consultation