Brady BessetteIf there is one thing that I wish I knew when I started in filmmaking, it's this. I got the chance to light a short film in California with TONS of talented individuals, and here is a glimpse behind the curtain of that.
What I Wish I Knew As A Beginner FilmmakerBrady Bessette2023-12-28 | If there is one thing that I wish I knew when I started in filmmaking, it's this. I got the chance to light a short film in California with TONS of talented individuals, and here is a glimpse behind the curtain of that.
amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteBlackmagic PYXIS Cinematographers First Impressions - This feels like Arri..Brady Bessette2024-10-14 | Do not sleep on this PYXIS. As a DP, I used it on a PROPER film set, and am genuinely very impressed. From image, to ergonomics.
I'm not saying it's a replacement for an Arri, but I am saying it feels more like one than any other system I've used.
Behind the scenes and footage is all from the film "JULESBURG", that I DP'd up in Montana over the last week. The footage is graded quickly by me and not final. Hopefully this short will become a feature, so stay tuned for much more.
The lenses used on this were Atlas Mercury set, with Element Opaline 1/8 diffusion on. The camera build was rigged with Kondor Blue accessories.
So many people made this film possible, I am so grateful for my camera team, lighting team, art department, wardrobe, Craterr, and all of the sponsors that came together to make this happen. I know I missed people, but I am very very grateful for this crew and cast!
Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteThe Affordable Anamorphics That Changed Filmmaking | Blazar Cato 2x AnamorphicBrady Bessette2024-10-08 | The Blazar Cato 2x Anamorphic lenses absolutely have my heart.
I've been filming on these a ton lately, mainly on my Sony FX3, and there really are very very few bad things to say. Blazar has done an amazing job with these lenses. I hope you enjoy this EXTREMELY scientific lens review. ily
0:00-0:47- Intro 0:48-1:50- What You Get 1:51-3:26- Thoughts and uses 3:27-4:42- Different Sensor Sizes 4:43-8:21- Sharpness 8:22-9:12- Who are they for? 9:13-10:03- Fun Shots 10:04-12:54- Close Focus 12:55-14:30- ConclusionHarassing Aputure to give yall free lights, find out how in my recent video!Brady Bessette2024-10-01 | ...Giving YOU Aputure Lights for FREEBrady Bessette2024-10-01 | What's not to like about free lights?
Seriously had so much fun doing this. Thank you to @aputurelighting for teaming up with me on this, and thank you to all the brands who let Leo and I act like kids. We love you.
Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteIf I could have one lens.. this could be it. The Blazar Remus 33! Video is live on my channelBrady Bessette2024-09-27 | ...Probably not smart.. full video is live on my channel! #blazar #cinematographyBrady Bessette2024-09-26 | ...If I Had To Use One LENS Forever.. Blazar Remus 33mm 1.5x AnamorphicBrady Bessette2024-09-26 | The Blazar Remus line has my heart. I would pick it 9 times out of 10...The 1.5x Squeeze anamorphic pairs beautifully with my FX3, and has such beautiful character.
Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteJust have fun, thats all. New video out ❤️Brady Bessette2024-09-23 | ...The Most Important Thing To Improve as a CinematographerBrady Bessette2024-09-23 | This is one thing I've learned is a free easy way to improve my craft in filmmaking, cinematography, and creating art in general.
Get your first year of Audiio Pro for just $59 (70% off!) when you use code ‘brady70’ at checkout. Https://audiio.com/brady
@JonnyRoams is an incredibly talented artist, go tell him I say hi!
Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteNot one of the smartest things I’ve done.. but then it’d be no fun??? #filmmakerslifeBrady Bessette2024-09-18 | ...Is natural light all you need? #cinematographyBrady Bessette2024-09-10 | ...New video drop!!! Creating this nostalgic dreamy vibe #filmmakerslife #cinematography raphyBrady Bessette2024-09-09 | ...Create Nostalgia With Cinematography - NEW Aputure Storm 1200XBrady Bessette2024-09-09 | Use camera and lighting to your advantage to create a cinematic look! For the most of this, I only used one light to get this golden sunset look. I use the brand new Aputure Storm 1200x, a BiColor BRIGHT light.
Cinematography is more than lighting. In filmmaking, we need to utilize lighting, camera movements and camera settings, and other tools to get beautiful cinematic images, and that's what we're doing here.
Also, check out Liv's Teas!: livforearth.comsize DOES matter when traveling #filmmakerslife #cinematographyBrady Bessette2024-09-08 | ...How To Light As A PROFESSIONALBrady Bessette2024-08-28 | Come with me behind the scenes on a short film set as we use cinematic lighting techniques to shoot multiple different shots.
Raw behind the scenes of the narrative short "The Collector", with raw footage of what it's like to be a gaffer.
Big Thank You to Johvan Padilla for directing this and allowing me to bring you all along!
Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteStupid? How I rigged cam for my new video! #filmmakerslife #cinematographyBrady Bessette2024-08-22 | ...Shooting In Remote LocationsBrady Bessette2024-08-22 | Taking to the desert to put myself to the test.
Channeling my inner @cammackey with this one, how'd I do?
Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteWhat would you call this technique??? Full video is live on my channel! #cinematographyBrady Bessette2024-08-09 | ...Getting Beautiful Results With Scrappy SetupsBrady Bessette2024-07-30 | Come along as I shoot this REAL commerical!
I used the Sony FX3 and FX6 for this project with Blazar Remus lenses, also with 1/8 Element Opaline lens diff! Shooting this project with Nate was a blast, truly.
Other Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteSometimes in a time crunch, one light is all you need, just use your environment to your advantageBrady Bessette2024-07-23 | ...All You Need Is One Light.Brady Bessette2024-07-23 | I lit this with one light, here's how. Don't over complicate it!
Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteThe canyons are calling Testing out the DJI Osmo 3 on a Movmax Blade arm on the car #filmmakingBrady Bessette2024-07-20 | ...Gotta shoot day scene after the sun goes down? #filmmaking #filmmakerslife #cinematographyBrady Bessette2024-07-16 | ...What Does A Cinematographer Really Do?Brady Bessette2024-07-11 | Working as a DP in the industry always has its surprises. That's what keeps us coming back I suppose
Incredibly grateful to be able to get creative on this project as cinematographer. My heart is warm
A genuine HUGE thank you to Aputure to pulling this together and inviting to me. My heart is warm.
And thank you to @thefunton for the grip gear @runyoncanyonvilla for the house, @coult_films for Camera & Lighting assist!
Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteGH7 vs $100,000 Arri Alexa on a REAL ProductionBrady Bessette2024-06-25 | I got a chance to put the LUMIX GH7 next to the Arri Alexa Mini LF to really see how good the ArriLog is.
And quite honestly, I’m impressed with the quality coming out of this camera. Is it a replacement for the Arri? Not in the slightest. But is it a tool to go hand in hand with one? Certainly.
Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessettePrevis vs the final 👀👀👀 #filmmakerpro #cinematicvideo #filmmaking #filmmakinglife #filmingtipsBrady Bessette2024-06-10 | ...I Finally Talked To My Therapist.Brady Bessette2024-05-28 | I can’t believe I had 14 lights in this setup. But hey, the more the merrier..? Talk about stressful
Directed,edited, DP @nathanmcbride Produced by @stranzzz @nathanmcbride AC specialty camera @marcuscatlett PA: @elijahjohnmcbride @ttccupp Aesthetic design @hadley_michaels Lighting @bradybessette Color @blue_screen_inc Sound design @hempel_noahGuys we did it! We did the thing and shot the film! #filmmaking #filmmaker #shortfilmBrady Bessette2024-05-23 | ...This is IMPRESSIVE - Behind The Scenes Of a Commercial - DJI RS4 Pro, DJI RS4, DJI Focus ProBrady Bessette2024-05-23 | DJI Is getting out of hand with this... we rigged the RED V-Raptor X on the RS4 Pro gimbal for this shoot with NO problems. I'm impressed. Just be ready for sore arms, and smooth footage
This shoot was a commercial I DP'd with @mitchellthayne and his entire amazing crew over at @filmlaab . The color you see on the RED footage is NOT final so plz don't judge it, the commercial is being put together currently and I can't wait to share with you soon!
0:00-0:52: Intro 0:53-1:21: What We're Doing 1:22-3:15: Rig Breakdown 3:16-3:57: First Shot 3:58-4:21: Project Concept 4:22-5:21: Second Shot 5:22-6:01: DJI FIZ Unit 6:02-7:54: Shot Recap 7:55-10:30: Running Shots 10:31-12:31: Rainy Night Shots 12:32-12:51: Battery Grip 12:52-13:20: Tragedy Strikes 13:21-14:43: DJI Lidar 15:02-16:01: DJI RS4 16:02-16:51: CloseoutThis Is Why Your Footage Looks BadBrady Bessette2024-05-02 | Making your footage look cinematic can sometimes be as simple as doing this one thing.
Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteReal talk.. is this too much??? What are your thoughts? #filmmakinglife #red #dji #cinematicvideoBrady Bessette2024-04-29 | ...Outdoor lighting in a studio 👀 #filmmaking #cinematography #lighting #cinematicvideoBrady Bessette2024-04-25 | ...My Favorite Part of NAB (+ New Releases From Aputure, DJI, Blazar & More)Brady Bessette2024-04-23 | NAB show has to be my favorite show of the year. Your favorite companies announce new gear, all your friends flock to one place, and you even get to drink in Vegas with all of your closest friends, what’s not to like???
Thank you so much Craterr for supporting me on this trip ❤️
Gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteA Creative Way To ShootBrady Bessette2024-04-18 | Shooting a WHOLE music video as one shot isn't easy, but we did it, here's how.
Body of Leaves: Evan Pack - Vox/Bass Elizabeth Mathis - Synth Adam Toomey - Guitar Max Schoenfeld - Stand-In Drums for Ian Francis
Starring: Johnny Cassidy as "The Preacher"
CREDITS
Directed by: Alex Curtis Blocher Produced by: Only Loud 1st AD: Mel Devine Director of Photography/Cam Op: Brady Bessette 1st AC/Cam Op: Alex Curtis Blocher
Gaffer: Phil Wirkus Key Grip: AJ Montes Grip: Duke Ross
Sound Supervisor: Alexander Woods Art Supervisor: Jade Lukas Choreographer: Nora Price Dancer: Micay Sanchez Dancer: Ed Cordova BTS Photographer: Samantha Franks Set PA: Robert Sagers Set PA: Brady Flores
Editor/Colorist: Alex Curtis Blocher
CAST
Johnny Cassidy - "Preacher Director" Daniel Duran - "VHS Camera Operator" Robert Sagers - "Production Assistant" Bret Mortimer - "Script Supervisor" Brady Flores - "Second Assistant Camera" Alexander Woods - "Producer" Jade Lukas - "Producer" Micay Sanchez - "Dancer" Nora Price - "Dancer" Ed Cordova - "Dancer"Live at NAB 2024 with Nanlite and Brady Bassette!!Brady Bessette2024-04-15 | Join us for NAB 2024The new Blackmagic Pyxis has me reeeaaaaalli excited... whatre your thoughts on this? #filmmakingBrady Bessette2024-04-15 | ...Id Pick This Battery Over All (SmallRig VB99 Pro)Brady Bessette2024-04-11 | This is the SmallRig VB99 Pro, and honestly, it's an impressive tool for your kit. It covers all the bases for anything needing a charge, and that's what I want to have on set with me.
More gear I use and recommend!: amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteYou Should Know This If You Want To Be a DPBrady Bessette2024-04-01 | Knowing how to approach lighting this way, is crucial in filmmaking.
Talent: @jaxenhanks @amekianaa @syyymworld @cadenhanksThis scene was hard to light..heres how I did itBrady Bessette2024-03-22 | Lighting big spaces isn't always easy, heres how I lit this scene.
amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteThis will improve your cinematography fast. Full video breakdown on my channel #filmmakingBrady Bessette2024-03-01 | ...Your Cinematography Needs This.Brady Bessette2024-02-29 | Doing this will immediately improve your cinematography. Cinematic lighting can be difficult, but this is a tool that you can always use.
amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteA Day In The Life of Professional CinematographerBrady Bessette2024-02-22 | Come along with me as I go about my day as a professional DP getting ready for a production day.
Music from Musicbed. Use code BRADYBESSETTE at checkout to receive 1 month free when you purchase an annual subscription: fm.pxf.io/c/3071295/1347628/16252
amazon.com/shop/bradybessetteHow I Recreated EuphoriaBrady Bessette2024-02-07 | Recreating scenes from our favorite films can be a great way to understand cinematography to a deeper level. In This video I recreate a beautiful scene from Euphoria Season 2 ep. 2.
Leave a comment of any films you would like me to recreate in the comments!
MB Syncid: MB01CPYJTN9FOU6Your Filmmaking Sucks, Not Your BudgetBrady Bessette2024-01-31 | Who knew shooting with an iPhone and 1 Light could look so good? Come with @megantanart and I on this shoot where we shoot and light a these cinematic shots on a budget.