How to Light Massive Film Sets @robchado
How to Light Massive Film Sets  @robchado
Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Footcandles, schmootcandles. Here's how to light large spaces.

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0:00 Intro
0:54 Gym light meter readings
1:42 Direction
3:07 Room tone
3:59 Shape
5:34 Examples of room tone
6:36 Notes on Aputure Space Lights
7:05 Power
9:30 Final thoughts

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