If you’ve gotten into a film festival, you likely have been asked for a digital cinema package, or DCP for short. Today, DCPs are the most common file type for theatrically viewing films. So what is a DCP, and how do you create one? Continue reading What is a DCP — What Every Filmmaker Today Needs to Know
The difference between nonfiction and fiction is that fiction must be absolutely believable.” The ever witty Mark Twain said this, and his pointed remark indicated that the world he experienced centuries ago was just as baffling as ours is today. Another famous quote says that truth is stranger than fiction. But if you’re a writer, you may be wondering what the difference between fiction and nonfiction really is. Once you understand the key distinctions of fiction vs non fiction, you can decide what type of writer you want to be. Continue reading Fiction vs. Nonfiction — Examples & Differences Explained
Derived from the Greek words "eikon," meaning image, and "graphein," meaning to write, iconography acts as a bridge connecting visual imagery and design with meaning. The roots, significance, and types of iconography across cultures form a dense and complex subject, yet the topic itself is important for understanding the role of imagery and design in history and culture. We’ll attempt to scratch the surface, hoping to provide you with an entry point into the world of iconography. Continue reading What is Iconography in Art — Definition & Examples
Comedy is one of the best vehicles to comment on culture and society creatively. Within the genre of comedy, spoofs hold a unique place. They hone in on a specific cultural or societal aspect and exaggerate it to the point of absurdity. When done well, the result is entertaining, thought-provoking, and hilarious.Continue reading What is a Spoof — A Hilarious Comedy Subgenre Explained
The ultimate guide to the shallow focus shot including examples that show just how versatile this simple choice in focus can really be.
The tilt shift shot is one of the most mind-bending shots in film. In this guide, we cover all the ways it can be used to literally shift our perspective.
Dive into the world of the deep focus shot in film, including why deep focus is used and what it brings to your visual storytelling.
The macro lens shot takes to places that would otherwise be impossible. Let's take a look at the rare yet powerful benefits of a macro lens.
The tilt shift lens is one of the most unique pieces of equipment and we're diving into how it works and how many fascinating ways it can be used.
The split diopter shot presents an "impossible" perspective by focusing on two separate planes at once. In this guide, we explore why you should use it.
