Sigma Compact Lenses + Sigma fp | Cinematic Maldives Footage! (20, 45, & 90mm) Helium Turtle 2022-04-21 | I was not compensated for this review! Thanks again to Sigma for letting me borrow these awesome new primes! More lens details below.20mm Lens Chartsyoutube.com/watch?v=PsqPwNRkT3A&ab_channel=ChristopherFrost45mm Lens Chartyoutube.com/watch?v=6ZS5pQmQdew&ab_channel=ChristopherFrost90mm Lens Chartyoutube.com/watch?v=vUn0QSa5lhU&ab_channel=ChristopherFrost0:00 - TikTok Parody0:22 - Intro1:27 - 20mm Footage2:27 - 45mm Footage2:49 - 90mm Footage3:51 - Autofocus saved me!4:32 - Overall Thoughts
🔴 Post-Production Stream: EXODUS (Star Wars Fan Film BTS) Helium Turtle 2025-09-05 | Join me live as I dive into the visual effects process for our upcoming indie film, Exodus. From compositing and 3D integration to color work and final polish, I’ll be pulling back the curtain on the techniques, tools, and creative choices that bring cinematic sci-fi to life.This stream is a chance to see the real workflow behind the project — the problem-solving, experimentation, and happy accidents that go into making film VFX. Whether you’re a filmmaker, VFX artist, or just curious about how these visuals are created, you’ll get a first-hand look at the process.🔍 What You’ll SeeLayer-by-layer VFX breakdowns of Exodus shotsUse of tools like After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and 3D pipelinesLive troubleshooting and creative decision-makingInsight into indie film production challengesTips and tricks for anyone working on their own projects⚡ Stick around, ask questions in chat, and get an inside look at how a small team is bringing a big vision to life.🎬 Exodus is our passion project, and every frame brings us one step closer. Thanks for supporting independent filmmaking!
Things are CHANGING and also not Helium Turtle 2024-10-07 | Our podcast is officially moving to a new channel! Check out the links to stay up to date with all Until You Make It content and stay tuned here for more helium turtle videos!Our new YouTube Channel:youtube.com/@UntilYouMakeItPodcastAll other UYMI Content:www.uymi.show
Professional G FUEL Can Model 👀 #gfuel #podcast #halloween Helium Turtle 2023-08-22 | Havin laughs with @Ansonandco & @YAD-fu 🤣
Sigma fp & Filmmaking for YouTube in 2023 | UYMI #18 (ft. Anson & Co.) Helium Turtle 2023-08-09 | On this episode of Until You Make It, Chris and Mike talk with Anson & Co. about creating content for youtube, working with brands, and investing in gear as a filmmaker.Chapters:0:00 - Getting aquatinted9:32 - Anson loves metalcore12:20 - Starting on YouTube22:20 - Finding a niche38:19 - Halloween Costumes47:04 - Being an educator59:09 - Making people laugh01:09:30 - YouTube Filmmakers01:22:30 - Gear Talk01:40:15 - Sigma fp talk01:50:35 - If you had Unlimited money…Anson's YT channel:youtube.com/@AnsonandcoListen to more full episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & More:HeliumTurtle.comINSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios#heliumturtle #podcast
Creating Star Wars In A Living Room | Behind The Shots Helium Turtle 2023-06-23 | Hang out with Chris as he shows how we created a lightsaber duel in a... normal living room! All footage was captured using the Sigma fp.Watch the full film here!youtu.be/KyHGIYxP7lIConnect with us here!INSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtle
Adobe & Atomos Need To Get Their Shiz Together (ft. Ryan Laux) | UYMI #17 Helium Turtle 2023-06-02 | Chris and Ryan are "just talking" as "just friends" ;)Listen to more full episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & More:HeliumTurtle.comINSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios#heliumturtle #podcast
The Beauty of SIGMA fp | Maldives Excursion Helium Turtle 2023-02-26 | Comment below what you think of the Sigma fp! Cheers!Gear used:- Sigma fp- Sigma Contemporary Series Lenses (20mm, 45mm, & 90mm)- Ronin RSC 2Free Sigma fp Sample Clips For All! youtu.be/0JS7W7OJd8YMy Rigyoutu.be/EHpRdDfvkfkChapters:00:00 - Intro00:46 - In The Air01:07 - On The Sand01:44 - Sunset02:18 - Entertainment03:20 - VIBE04:30 - Reprise
Star Wars: The Last Cookie | Shot on Sigma FP Helium Turtle 2022-12-16 | Who will win the battle for the last cookie in this Christmas themed lightsaber duel!? Shot on Sigma fpHelp support our newest Star Wars fan film!gofund.me/04a22b7f--------------------------------------------------------------------Cast & Crew:StarringMichael Yadvish, Natalie La Spisa, & Miles the dog :)PropsJosephine La SpisaNatalie La SpisaMichael YadvishChris Lundy - Cinematography, Editing, Visual EffectsMichael Yadvish - Asst. EditingJackie Kuczinski - Production Asst.Austin Rappold - GafferLocationMichael & Josephine La Spisa
Filming In A River | Helium Vlog #3 Helium Turtle 2022-10-22 | New Star Wars videos coming your way soon! Follow along with us in our new vlog series for all the behind the scenes on our newest shorts!GoFundMe:gofund.me/402f0e0f
SlimRAW + Sigma fp (CDNG) | 75% File Size Reduction! Helium Turtle 2022-10-01 | 7:1 Compression Example Videos:Maldives - youtu.be/0grWp_6QRHwAcross America - youtu.be/JU8cCMHOaOI3 or 4:1 Compression Example Video:Man Cow - youtu.be/qSs0LHXro1c--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sigma fp Footage | Simple Color Workflow with Film Convert Helium Turtle 2022-09-15 | New Maldives Footage in 4k! (shot on fp):youtu.be/uayH0vWyT9sAcross America (shot on fp):youtu.be/JU8cCMHOaOIVideo for whole rig setup:youtu.be/EHpRdDfvkfk0:00 - Intro0:29 - What is Film Convert?0:51 - Getting Started1:58 - RAW Settings2:44 - Film Convert Settings4:10 - The last 20%5:15 - Outro
Helium Vlog #2 | Previs Previs Previs Helium Turtle 2022-08-27 | New Star Wars videos coming your way soon! Follow along with us in our new vlog series for all the behind the scenes on our newest shorts!
Helium Vlog! Making Our NEW Lightsaber Short Helium Turtle 2022-07-17 | New Star Wars videos coming your way soon! Follow along with us in our new vlog series for all the behind the scenes on our newest shorts!
Free Sigma fp Sample Clips For All! | CDNG RAW Helium Turtle 2022-05-12 | Download the test clips below! Cheers! Also side note - I forgot to mention most of these clips were either compressed 4:1 or 5:1 in slimraw! I know some people were askin 👍🏼drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IQrPbl3Mqynu0i3Aqg5Rk5_fbOLOGszx?usp=sharing
UYMI #16 | Abi Toads & Her Mushling Friends Take Over The Internet! Helium Turtle 2022-04-05 | Listen to full episodes of Until You Make It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all the other cool places!Abi Toads:https://linktr.ee/AbiToadsMore of the good stuff @https://campsite.bio/heliumturtleINSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios0:00 - Intro1:57 - Abi's Art 7:32 - Growing a Fan Base12:51 - Inspirations15:50 - Pokemon23:35 - Expanding the Mushling World25:48 - Mushling Board Game?31:42 - Writing Music34:52 - Making Abi Cry36:34 - Shenanigans39:46 - Chris Talks Maldives45:17 - Are We Killing The Planet?50:00 - Game Time! (Lightning Round)#heliumturtle #podcast
10 Videos for (mostly) ANYONE In Video Production | Lets Learn! Helium Turtle 2022-03-15 | 0:00 - Intro0:17 - Captain D!1:28 - Reading Scopes2:16 - Reading a Vectorscope3:09 - Focal Length Explainer3:37 - Focal Length Creativity4:32 - Aperture4:48 - 3 Point Lighting5:23 - Filming Interviews6:13 - Peter Hurley LightingINSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudiosLink To Video Playlist::youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX0_bcxV1OfpApIFwV4q8wUHEw33zvubk
Don’t Pass Up This Light | Aputure 60x Helium Turtle 2022-02-10 | A worthy addition to the lighting arsenal! Check out the 60x and 60d!More of the good stuff @heliumturtle.comINSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios
Sigma fp | Indie Film Rig Guide, Battery Solution, & More! Helium Turtle 2022-02-04 | New Maldives Footage! (Shot on fp)youtu.be/uayH0vWyT9s0:00 - Intro0:37 - Overview2:22 - Battery Solution5:49 - Audio7:27 - Monitor8:23 - Lenses9:26 - More stuffLinks to products mentioned:CAGE THINGSUUrig Cage: https://amz.run/5HedSmallRig Battery Plate: https://amz.run/5HeeSmallRig SSD mount: https://amz.run/5HefSmallRig Monitor Mount: https://amz.run/5HehSmallRig Cable Lock: tinyurl.com/y64yut6bMOUNTINGArca Swiss System: tinyurl.com/2p8bx6xxQuick Release System: https://amz.run/5HetSTUFFKondor Blue USB C Patch cable: https://amz.run/5HeoPortkeys Monitor: https://amz.run/5HelPOWERUSB Power Adapter: https://amz.run/5HewAC Power/Dummy Battery: https://amz.run/5HeiSpare fp batteries: https://amz.run/5HekDIY ADAPTERDC Adapter: https://amz.run/5HeqDC Coupler: https://amz.run/5HepDC 90 Degree Adapter: https://amz.run/5HerAUDIOSaramonic Shotgun Mic: https://amz.run/5HeyXLR Adapter: https://amz.run/5Hez
Quick Creator Studio Tour! Helium Turtle 2022-01-24 | Just a quick little walkthrough of my new studio space. Hope this helps other people who might be building out their own work spaces! All tech shown:- Stream Deck- Goxlr mini- Philips Hue bulbs- Govee Glide Smart Wall Light- RGB LED strip- Shure SM7B- Frameworks Mic Arm
I Dropped a Blackmagic 6k In a River.... Helium Turtle 2022-01-17 | Don't be dumb and have a nice day :)More of the good stuff @heliumturtle.comINSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios
I Took The Sigma fp Across America | Pros & Cons Helium Turtle 2022-01-12 | New Maldives Footage in 4k! (shot on fp):youtu.be/uayH0vWyT9sAcross America (shot on fp):youtu.be/JU8cCMHOaOIVideo for whole rig setup:youtu.be/EHpRdDfvkfkCanon 50mm 1.8:bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1143786-REGStay tuned for more fp content!VIDEO CHAPTERS00:00 Intro00:55 Cinematic Quality01:46 Cinema DNG RAW02:42 User Interface03:08 Low Light, Streaming03:48 Cons04:35 Conclusions
MAN COW | Demon of The Cream Helium Turtle 2021-12-21 | When Steve buys the wrong milk, he finds himself at the mercy of an ancient evil.Shot on Sigma fpINSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios-----------------------------------------------Copyright Code:UDCOUFGKTMUGLFTS
Ill Be Home For Christmas | ft. Jackie Kuczinski & Chris Lundy Helium Turtle 2021-12-07 | Merry Christmas from Helium Turtle Studios! INSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios-----------------------------------------------------------Jackie Kuczinski - VocalsChris Lundy - Guitar, Editor, ColoristNatalie La Spisa - Camera OperatorMichael Yadvish - Director of PhotographyJacquie Sokoloff - Production Asst.Austin Rappold - Production Asst.
Across America | Shot On Sigma FP Helium Turtle 2021-10-12 | 00:00 - Intro0:21 - Jersey To Ohio1:00 - Columbus, OH2:28 - Indiana3:18 - Missouri4:38 - Hotel Shenanigans5:27 - Kansas7:22 - Interviews 17:59 - Colorado (Rocky Mountains)8:48 - Utah9:43 - Salt Lake City10:50 - Lake Shots11:37 - Interviews 213:05 - Utah to California14:52 - Moving In With Friends17:15 - CreditsThis is the first comprehensive test I've put the Sigma FP through and I've been VERY pleased with the results! Some friends of mine were moving to California so I decided to hitch a ride and get some test footage. Follow-up Sigma FP review/analysis to come. Enjoy!Gear:- Sigma FP- Canon 50mm (STM)- Rokinon 20mm- Mavic Air 2- Ronin RSC2
TRY THIS in Premiere Pro | Sound Design Tips Helium Turtle 2021-09-30 | A quick way to create new and interesting sounds inside of Premiere Pro! Just slap on some reverb BEFORE adding other sound effects like flanger and delay to make cool things.INSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtle
How To Build A Rain Machine for Film On A Budget! Helium Turtle 2021-05-31 | Enjoy our short tutorial on how to build a rain machine on a budget for films! Check out Tom's video for a more in depth build and the spreadsheet below for the products we used!Tom Antos' Video: youtube.com/watch?v=xT9sDx27TFw&ab_channel=TomAntosShopping List Spreadsheet: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rE8Li7sKJiXS2ctJxbpHmdg0hfO5jZbyXgFTm9fn-fQ/edit?usp=sharingLink to full film: youtu.be/GnU3_9gFwFc------------------------------------------APEX CreditsStarring Michael YadvishDan SowdenChoreography byYad-FuCostume Design Michael YadvishMakeupJackie KuczinskiErin HackettSpecial Effects MakeupStephanie JoyEdited by Michael YadvishDirector of Photography Chris LundyFirst ACRyan LauxWritten and Directed by Michael YadvishFirst ADNatalie La SpisaProduction AssistantsMatthew CharneskiJames DeCumberEric YadvishChris HerreraChris TsovkoEric BarberAbigail RobertsAndy Jean LouisCJ RyuJackie KuczinskiSound Design Chris LundyMichael YadvishPost Production WizardsTom BevinsChris LundyRyan LauxAndrewColoristRyan LauxCraft ServicesEric YadvishAbigail RobertsCopyright 2020 Yad-fuMichael Yadvish is the author of this motion picture for the purposes of copyright and other laws. Lightsabers are trademarked and are the property of Lucasfilm and Disney. Used with permission for the Saber Comp 2020 competition.INSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios-------------------------------------------------------#heliumturtle #behindthescenes #bmpcc6k
DOGECOIN TO THE MOON (the dogecoin song) Helium Turtle 2021-04-20 | Singalong with us as we celebrate #DogeDay with an original song. Because it's going to the moon.#doge #dogecoinVocals provided by:fiverr.com/s2/7413d0ff17
UYMI #11: Evan Schiff (John Wick 2 & 3) - Lets Talk About Editing Movies! (Full Livestream) Helium Turtle 2021-04-09 | Critically acclaimed film editor Evan Schiff joins us for an enlightening conversation about editing in the film industry!In This Episode:(0:00) How Evan got started working in the industry(13:10) Becoming the animatic editor on Baby Driver!(21:28) Working on John Wick 2 & 3(34:05) Star Trek: Into Darkness(39:40) Editing action...when it sucks(53:10) The future of editing(59:40) All about VFX Editing (1:03:00) Ultrawide monitors and tech stuff(1:11:33) Breaking into the industryListen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & More:HeliumTurtle.comINSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios#heliumturtle #podcast
Rock & Roll Band | Remote Cover Helium Turtle 2021-03-11 | I've loved Boston ever since my parents played them in the car when I was probably 5 years old. Super proud to play and share their music nearly 20 years later with some talented lads - ya boi ChrisINSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudiosMixing & Animation by Chris Lundy-----------------------------------------------Chris Hranj - Bass Guitar@_brodanJosh Lewkowicz - Drums@joshlewkowiczChris Lundy - Guitar & Vocals@chrislundy23
We Built A RAIN Machine | APEX - Behind The Shots Helium Turtle 2020-12-28 | How We Built the Rain Machine: youtube.com/watch?v=NKW1J_b6u3A&ab_channel=HeliumTurtleCheck out how we built a rain machine, used fog to create a cinematic night scene, and combined practical and digital effects for our newest film APEX!Link to full film: youtu.be/GnU3_9gFwFcWatch our other Star Wars Lightsaber Duels!OMEGA: youtu.be/m09WIW9vV6YHAVOC: youtu.be/JlbmfPAvm58------------------------------------------APEXStarring Michael YadvishDan SowdenChoreography byYad-FuCostume Design Michael YadvishMakeupJackie KuczinskiErin HackettSpecial Effects MakeupStephanie JoyEdited by Michael YadvishDirector of Photography Chris LundyFirst ACRyan LauxWritten and Directed by Michael YadvishFirst ADNatalie La SpisaProduction AssistantsMatthew CharneskiJames DeCumberEric YadvishChris HerreraChris TsovkoEric BarberAbigail RobertsAndy Jean LouisCJ RyuJackie KuczinskiSound Design Chris LundyMichael YadvishPost Production WizardsTom BevinsChris LundyRyan LauxAndrewColoristRyan LauxCraft ServicesEric YadvishAbigail RobertsCopyright 2020 Yad-fuMichael Yadvish is the author of this motion picture for the purposes of copyright and other laws. Lightsabers are trademarked and are the property of Lucasfilm and Disney. Used with permission for the Saber Comp 2020 competition.INSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios-------------------------------------------------------#heliumturtle #behindthescenes #bmpcc6k
Award Winning Lightsaber Cinematography | Helium Turtle Studios Helium Turtle 2020-12-17 | Helium Turtle's award winning cinematography in association with Michael Yadvish and the Yadfu choreography team.INSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudiosPODCAST & MORE: http://heliumturtle.com
Until You Make It #08 | Tyler Johnson (OLTJP) Shows Off His 12K Camera Helium Turtle 2020-11-30 | Excerpt from the Helium Turtle Studios podcast -UYMI #08: Gear, Gear, and More Gear - ft. Tyler JohnsonCatch the Full Length Episode on Spotify!: https://spoti.fi/3ocz9AuTyler’s IG (OLTJP): instagram.com/oltjpIn This Episode:- Tyler's favorite crazy camera rig- The Ursa 12k… he has it- How Tyler affords gear- Gear Vs. Skillz- How Chris destroyed a 6k camera- How we came up with our brand names- Where inspiration comes fromListen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & More:HeliumTurtle.comINSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios#heliumturtle #podcast
Until You Make It #07 | Kimmy Birdsell (Production Coordinator, Pixar) Helium Turtle 2020-10-09 | Excerpt from the Helium Turtle Studios podcast - UYMI #07: Kimmy Birdsell (Production Coordinator, Pixar) - Tom Hanks Is Addicted To Canadian SodaListen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & More:HeliumTurtle.comINSTAGRAM: @HeliumTurtleFACEBOOK: @HeliumTurtleStudios#heliumturtle #podcast
