Its never too late to follow your dreams.Will Chidlow2024-03-26 | An amazing Father, a much loved Grandad and an inspiration to me and my brothers. It is never to late to follow your dreams.
This weeks video is a breakdown of how I approached shooting a mini documentary in a day. You can shoot a documentary in a day too and learn from all my mistakes.
In the video I'll be covering how I planned, shot, and edited the project as well as how I found inspiration for this passion project and how I found the story. I'll also give you some insight into the kit I used to achieve the look of this film and also sharing my thoughts on the importance of passion projects for all creative professionals.
This video is a culmination of my experiences and lessons learned during my first year as a freelance filmmaker, photographer, and content creator. If you've ever wondered, "How do I start successfully freelancing?" or "What do I need to know before I start freelancing?" then you're in the right place!
🎬 In This Video:
Building a Financial Foundation: Learn the key steps to secure your finances. How a beginner should start freelancing? It all begins with a solid financial plan. Planning Your Transition: What to do before going freelance? I'll share insights on how to smoothly make the switch. Marketing and Networking: How can I be good at freelancing? Discover effective strategies to market yourself and build a strong network. The Realities of Freelancing: I'll dive into what every freelancer should know, including the challenges and how to overcome them. Personal Insights: What I wish I knew about freelancing? I'll reveal the truths and myths of the freelance world. Is Freelancing for You?: How do you know if freelancing is right for you? I'll help you assess if this path matches your career goals.
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Tailored for Beginners and Veterans: Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your freelance game, this video has something for you. Real-Life Experiences: Benefit from the lessons I learned during my first year in the freelance world. Actionable Tips: Get practical and actionable advice to kickstart or boost your freelance career.
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Twitter: twitter.com/willchidlow Website: willchidlow.comThis Technique Means You Can ACTUALLY read - IMMERSION READING (Active Reading)Will Chidlow2023-11-27 | Hey Friends! this week Im talking about active reading, or immersion reading as it is also known. I have for years struggled with reading and consuming information through reading but this technique has helped me to not only read more but also read faster and retain more information when reading
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Twitter: twitter.com/willchidlow Website: willchidlow.comTHESE are the PHOTO & VIDEO Accessories Youll ACTUALLY USE!Will Chidlow2023-11-20 | 🎥📸 Join me, Will Chidlow, as I explore the best accessories for filmmakers and photographers. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this guide is packed with essential photography gear and camera accessories that you'll actually use.
Discover other filmmaking tools and gadgets in the video!
Why This Video?
🌟 Camera Accessories Guide: A comprehensive look at photography equipment essentials. 🛠️ Filmmaking Tools and Gadgets: Discover must-have camera tools to enhance your shoots. 💡 Creative Filmmaking Tips: Learn how to use these tools to improve your filmmaking techniques. 📸 Professional Photography Advice: Gain insights into enhancing film and photo quality. 🎬 Filmmaking Accessory Review: My personal take on each item and its utility.
Perfect For: Beginners looking for photography gear for beginners. Experienced creators seeking advanced filmmaking accessories. Anyone interested in camera gear recommendations. #BestAccessoriesForFilmmakers #EssentialPhotographyGear #FilmmakersToolkitEssentials
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Website: willchidlow.comStop Buying Camera Bags, DO THIS INSTEADWill Chidlow2023-11-13 | Check out the bags: Big bag (death Star): geni.us/TTNQCBm Mid bag (Star Destroyer): geni.us/e9Vc Small bag (Tie Fighter): geni.us/Euu7qO ------------------------------------------- Hey Friends, In this video I'm sharing my approach to buying camera bags and my "holy trinity" system to suit every possible photography or filmmaking requirement.
🎒 Featured Product: Manfrotto Reloader Air-55 Camera Roller Bag Spacious Interior: Ample room for a professional DSLR with a 400mm lens attached, plus additional bodies, lenses, and accessories. Customizable Dividers: Configure the internal space to fit your gear perfectly with the customizable dividers. Durable and Secure: Crafted from high-quality materials, ensuring your equipment stays safe and secure during travel. Easy Maneuverability: Smooth-rolling wheels and a sturdy handle make navigating through airports and city streets a breeze. Carry-On Compatible: Designed to comply with most airline carry-on regulations, making it ideal for photographers who travel frequently. Whether you're jetting off to a shoot or navigating the urban jungle, the Manfrotto Reloader Air-55 is the perfect blend of functionality and style for every professional's gear arsenal.
================================== 🎒 Featured Product: Lowepro ProTactic Camera Backpack Spacious and Customizable: Ample room for multiple DSLR bodies, lenses, and accessories. The interior can be customized to fit your specific gear setup. All-Weather Protection: Equipped with an All Weather AW Cover™ to protect your gear from rain, snow, dust, and sand. Accessible and Secure: Features multiple access points for quick gear retrieval while keeping your equipment secure. Comfortable Design: The ActivZone System™ technology provides targeted comfort for your shoulders, lumbar, and waist. Modular Accessories: Compatible with a range of modular accessories, including lens cases and tripod holders, for enhanced flexibility. Whether you're on a city assignment or trekking through the wilderness, the Lowepro ProTactic Camera Backpack is built to handle the demands of professional photography.
============================== 🎒 Featured Product: WANDRD Rogue Sling 9L Elevate your on-the-go photography with the WANDRD Rogue Sling 9L, a sleek and versatile camera bag designed for the modern photographer. This compact sling bag combines functionality, comfort, and style, making it an ideal choice for day trips, urban photography, and minimalist travel.
Key Features:
Compact Size, Spacious Interior: Despite its compact 9L size, the Rogue Sling offers ample space for a mirrorless or small DSLR camera, additional lenses, and essential accessories. Customizable Organization: Features adjustable dividers, allowing you to tailor the bag's interior to your specific gear setup. Quick Access Design: The sling design ensures that your gear is always within easy reach, perfect for those moments when you need to capture a shot quickly. Durable and Weather-Resistant: Made with high-quality, weather-resistant materials to protect your gear from the elements. Comfortable for All-Day Wear: The ergonomic design and padded strap provide maximum comfort, even during extended periods of use. Stylish and Discreet: Its sleek, modern aesthetic makes it a stylish accessory that doesn't scream "camera bag," ideal for blending into urban environments. Whether you're exploring city streets or embarking on a day hike, the WANDRD Rogue Sling 9L is the perfect companion for photographers who value both style and functionality.
If you’re looking for an affordable all in one field monitor to connect to your camera then this new monitor might just be the perfect solution for you. It’s the Viltrox DC 550 Pro and for its relatively low cost it packs quite a punch!
Viltox recently sent me their new field monitor to review and on opening it I was immediately impressed by the completeness of the package.
It comes complete with a nice hard zip case, a quick release folding sun hood, tilt and swivel cold shoe mount, NPF500 battery with USB-C charging port, as well as including mini and micro HDMI cable to connect to various cameras, although not a full size HDMI cable which is a shame.
I think the quality and number of accessories included really sets this product aside from other field monitors because most come as a stand alone monitor and you then have to purchase the accessories separately.
The monitor itself is really well built, it is plastic just like most other field monitors but it feels fairly rugged, all the buttons and switches feel nice to operate and I’m confident it will withstand the general abuse of everyday use.
There are 3 versions of this monitor, the DC550, the DC 550 Lite and the DC550 Pro. This is the pro version which has all the features the product offers which includes a 1200 nit brightness display, an internal cooling fan, Touch screen control and a comprehensive selection of built in monitoring tools.
All 3 models share the same body which features 3 power options via either NPF battery, USB-C port, or DC input so there is no shortage of ways to power this thing up. The monitor also has on/off switch, 4 user programable shortcut buttons so you can easy turn on or off peaking, false colour, histograms or any other of the options the monitor offers. Also included is an SD card slot so you can load your own LUT files to the monitor, its great to see this feature included on such a budget product as until now only higher end monitors have offered this feature.
On a similar note, Im super impressed that this monitor includes a HDMI loop out port, this is really handy if you want to send a signal out to another monitor or recorder or can even be used with something like the hollyland Mars wireless transmission system to transmit to a directors monitor or livestream setup.
The monitor also has this large control dial which rotates but can also be pressed in to confirm a selection. Its a novel approach to navigating settings and works fairly well, however I personally much prefer using the touch screen to navigate and if I didn’t have the touch screen model I think I would perhaps find relying on the dial a little tricky at times.
I really like the positioning of the HDMI ports on this monitor. Most monitors place them on the side meaning you have wires jutting out awkwardly but the DC550 has them at the bottom meaning it’s much easier to route your cables and keep your setup tidy. The DC550 also has a 3.5mm audio jack for monitoring your audio.
The screen itself is full HD 1920x1080p and on the DC550 and pro versions boast an impressive 1200 nits of brightness and a powerful backlight. This is insanely bright and I’m confident this would still be usable even in the brightest of outdoor filming situations.
Tools include; Import 3D LUT files, Parade waveforms, vector scope, histogram, focus peaking, false colour, audio monitoring, image flip, anamorphic de-squeeze, grids and guides, safe zones, and the ability to pinch to zoom if you have the touch screen version.
So that’s the Viltrox DC 550 Pro, an impressively feature rich budget field monitor which I think completely kills the competition.
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Twitter: twitter.com/willchidlow Website: willchidlow.comWill Chidlow - Who am I and what do I do?Will Chidlow2023-11-01 | Hi, I’m Will, an experienced Filmmaker, Photographer and Content Creator based in sussex on the south coast of the UK.
I help people grow their brands with visually captivating content, from corporate messaging to product demos, music videos to event coverage.
Whether the project is big or small, the goal is the same: create dynamic, original visuals that help clients grow their ideas.
With an extensive background in sales, marketing and design, I bring this expertise to every project, and believe in a no-nonsense approach to creativity, and developing authentic, compelling ideas without the ego.
Im a massive tech nerd and outside of client work I spend my time creating educational content for aspiring creatives on youtube, and practicing what i preach about the importance of online content.
Im incredibly passionate about growing brands through visual story telling whatever the sector.
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Twitter: twitter.com/willchidlow Website: willchidlow.comOnline shopping be like…Will Chidlow2023-09-14 | ...Spec Advert for Liquid DeathWill Chidlow2023-09-14 | ...Spec commercial for Liquid Death #filmmakingWill Chidlow2023-09-14 | ...Using a TV to LEVEL UP your Product Videos (DIY Virtual Production?)Will Chidlow2023-09-13 | This week I've spent some time shooting a spec advert for Liquid Death. I love shooting product commercial style video and its a great way to experiment with different lighting styles and creative looks.
This behind the scenes video shows how to film a product promo and get creative shots using lighting and a TV as a virtual background. Virtual production has become really popular, Ive used this setup previously for product photography but not for video until now! Tube lights for product promos are such a great lighting tool as they create such nice reflections on products and the Amaran T2C tubelight in this video have fast become my favourite light for this style of video shoot. Shooting a commercial in this way was a really fun way to expand my portfolio and practice my lighting techniques.
Hi Friends! This week I'm giving you 12 tips to take your vertical videos to the next level and also showcasing some awesome plugins from this videos sponsor MotionVFX. If you want to create better vertical video these these 12 tips cover lots of topics such as framing vertical video, adding effects to vertical video, how to edit vertical video, and how to get more views on short form content. MotionVFX always produce great plugins but i think these are possible the best final cut plugins for vertical video I've ever used, so if you want to create better short form content grab these packs and get editing! Editing short form content is quite different to editing landscape so these 12 tips for vertical video will help you rethink your approach, pacing and storytelling specifically with vertical video in mind.
Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:11 Shoot for vertical 02:23 mVertical 06:59 Deliver value 08:31 Length? 09:53 mReels templates 12:57 Video intros 13:33 Overlays & transitions 14:40 Attention span 15:29 Extra footage 16:17 mShorts split screen 19:08 Graphics & text 21:48 Captions 22:42 Safe zones 23:48 Call to actions 25:48 Sound design 26:38 Beware of trending audio 28:43 SummaryCreate a CINEMATIC video look? - K&F CONCEPT Black Diffusion 1/4 & Variable ND2-400 FilterWill Chidlow2023-06-02 | Check out the filter: geni.us/g4FI9P2
In this video I'm testing out the new K&F CONCEPT Black Diffusion 1/4 & Variable ND2-400 Filter and reviewing it to help you decide if this filter is for you.
This specialist filter is both a variable ND filter & a Black Diffusion filter in one. The filter boasts the following features: - 2 in 1, Black Diffusion 1/4 & Variable ND2-400 - One filter both have the variable ND & black diffusion filter features. It can not only control the amount of light entering the lens, but also create a cinematic dream effect - High transmission rate and low reflection rate ensure the quality of and videos - 28 multi-layer coatings with waterproof, scratch-resistant, and oil-proof function
K&F CONCEPT has a dedicated engineer team to oversee and improve the consumer experience. And has earned more than 150+ patents and international awards. Their products can be found in 1200+ online and offline retailers in 56 countries and regions with a client base of over 20 million consumers.
CHAPTERS 00:00 About the filter 02:30 Test footage 04:19 Usability 07:32 Thoughts on the results 11:00 Pros Vs Cons 13:24 Pricing & final thoughtsFIX BAD AUDIO in FCPX with this FREE AI TOOL from AdobeWill Chidlow2023-05-11 | Hi Friends, in this video I'm showing you how to use Adobe podcast enhance within your Final Cut Pro workflow to fix bad audio and remove background noise from vocal footage. whether you want to remove background noise, remove white noise or hiss, remove interference or even remove really annoying noise like talking, cars, crowds etc, then this tool could help. This new free ai tool from Adobe has blown my mind with how easily and effectively it can remove background noise and enhance audio. Whilst it doesn't seamlessly integrate with Final Cut Pro X Ive created a very simple method to extract the audio and then re-import the enhanced audio and continue editing.
It's fair to say that ai is changing the world at a rapid pace now and whilst I'm not sure about all forms of ai its clear that these kind of ai based video editing tools will be an amazing time saver and can produce amazing results for editors, even if you are not an audio professional.
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Twitter: twitter.com/willchidlow Website: willchidlow.comFinal Cut Pro now on iPad - good or bad???Will Chidlow2023-05-09 | Hey Friends! Apple have just announced that Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro X are coming to M1 iPads on 23rd May 2023. I guess we should all be jumping for joy but why do i feel so weird about it? Is this a good thing for Final Cut or is it a step in the wrong direction? One thing is clear, the new iPad apps will be subscription based, so does this mean that future desktop versions of Final Cut Pro X will adopt a similar pricing model in the future and does that mean we'll get regular updates? Is Final Cut Pro X falling behind the competition and will this new app and possible pricing model be the investment that apple needs to push the app forward? I have so many unanswered questions but im excited to see where it goes
Let me know your thoughts in the comments below, is this good or bad? will you use the app?
#finalcutproX #FCPX #finalcutproipadLevel up your smart phone video with JOBY Beamo Studio Creator KitWill Chidlow2023-04-30 | Hey Friends! This week we're taking a look at the new JOBY Beamo studio creator kit, an all in one kit to improve the quality of your smart phone video production. In the Beamo kit you get an LED key light which makes an awesome video light for video calls, a stand for the light with a phone holder, an RGB LED background light and a JOBY WAVO mobile microphone. Is this kit a good option to level up your smart phone video production or is just a gimmick?
Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:28 What's in the kit? 01:05 Using the kit 01:53 Who is the kit for? 03:37 Limitations 07:57 Alternatives 11:43 Final thoughtsHow to Shoot Live Sessions - 5 Filmmaking TipsWill Chidlow2023-03-20 | In this video I'm taking you behind the scenes of a recent music video shoot and giving you 5 tips for shooting better live sessions or performance music videos.
00:00 Introduction 00:19 Background 01:39 Tip 1 02:41 Tip 2 03:57 Tip 3 04:54 Lighting breakdown 09:28 Tip 4 09:55 Tip 5 10:07 camera break down 11:19 RecapThe Joby Wavo Boom Arm - Best mic arm for creators?Will Chidlow2023-03-12 | Check out the Joby Wavo Boom Arm: geni.us/is6f
Hey Friends, This week I'm taking a look at and reviewing the Joby Wavo Boom Arm. This microphone boom arm is perfect for gamers, streamers, voiceovers, video calls and much more and fills a pricing void between low quality cheap products and high end audio brands. The Joby Wavo Boom is a great mic boom arm for creators on a budget that still want a high quality microphone desk mounting solution. It compares well against the Rode PSA1 and PSA1+ which both cost more and i think this boom arm looks great compared to Rodes options. Could this be the best boom arm 2023?
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Twitter: twitter.com/willchidlow Website: willchidlow.comMusic video lighting breakdown featuring Amaran F22 and T2C’sWill Chidlow2023-02-25 | ...Music video: behind the scenesWill Chidlow2023-02-25 | A quick walk through of my setup for a music video shot at Redicoulously cool recording studios in Worthing.ASMR for camera nerds: The Sound of Setting Up My Camera in SilenceWill Chidlow2023-01-27 | Just me quietly rigging my camera up for handheld video shooting.
For handheld shooting with a mirrorless camera its always about finding a balance between time spent rigging and time saved or convenience on a shoot. more bits means more weight so i always try to balance what I'm getting out of rigging my camera. After much tinkering and experimentation this video shows where im currently at with my handheld "run & gun" camera setup.
Hey everyone, welcome to our channel! Today we're going to be talking about 10 things that chat GPT, or Generative Pre-trained Transformer, can do for YouTubers. 1. Video ideas: Chat GPT can generate ideas for video topics and titles, helping you come up with fresh and interesting content for your audience. 2. Scriptwriting: Chat GPT can assist with writing scripts for your videos, including creating outlines, drafting dialogue, and organizing your content. 3. Editing: Chat GPT can suggest edits to your videos, including trimming unnecessary footage and selecting the best takes for your final cut. 4. Thumbnail design: Chat GPT can generate thumbnail design concepts for your videos, helping you grab the attention of viewers and entice them to click. 5. Titles and graphics: Chat GPT can assist with the creation of eye-catching titles and graphics for your videos, helping you make a professional and polished final product. 6. Audio design: Chat GPT can generate ideas for background music and sound effects to enhance the atmosphere of your videos. 7. Collaboration: Chat GPT can facilitate communication and collaboration between team members, helping you stay organized and on track with your content creation. 8. Marketing and promotion: Chat GPT can assist with the creation of marketing materials, such as social media posts and email campaigns, to promote your videos and grow your audience. 9. Research: Chat GPT can help you gather information and research for your videos, ensuring that you have accurate and up-to-date content. 10. Analyzing data: Chat GPT can analyze data about your channel and viewers, such as demographics and engagement metrics, to help you make informed decisions about your content. So there you have it, 10 things that chat GPT can do to help you create engaging and successful videos on YouTube. With its ability to generate ideas and facilitate collaboration, chat GPT can be a valuable tool for any YouTuber looking to take their channel to the next level. Thanks for watching!
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Twitter: twitter.com/willchidlow Website: willchidlow.comAI generated the shot list for this short film - CHAT GPT OPEN AIWill Chidlow2022-12-23 | I Asked Chat GPT open AI to generate a shot list for a short film with the prompt "write a shot list for a hacker at a desk" and this is what it gave me: 1. Establishing shot of the hacker sitting at a desk in a dimly lit room. 2. Close-up shot of the hacker's hands as they type rapidly on a keyboard. 3. Medium shot of the hacker from behind, their face obscured by the glow of the computer screen. 4. Close-up shot of the hacker's face, their expression intense as they focus on the screen. 5. Wide shot of the hacker's desk, showing multiple computer monitors and a cluttered workspace. 6. Close-up shot of the hacker's hand as they move a mouse cursor across the screen. 7. Medium shot of the hacker from the side, their face partially obscured by the computer screen as they lean back in their chair. 8. Close-up shot of the hacker's face as they look up and make eye contact with the camera. 9. Wide shot of the hacker standing up and walking towards the camera, their face obscured by the shadows of their hoodie. 10. Close-up shot of the hacker's hand as they turn off the desk lamp and exit the room, leaving the camera in darkness.
I had a bit of time so decided to shoot this short film using the shot list. Admittedly there were a few shots which i changed to suit the "set" (my office) and once i got the shots into the edit i used my own creativity to expand and add a bit more "story" to the sequence but AI really did do most of the heavy lifting in planning this shoot! CHAT GPT OPEN AI is a new tool and i can see it having a lot of uses for filmmakers and youtubers to help our workflow, even if just for helping to generate ideas.
I shot and edited this short film in 1 day, from thinking of the rough idea, generating the shot list with chat GPT and filming it all, editing and now uploading to youtube.
This short film was shot entirely on the Sony Alpha A7Siii with Sigma 24-70mm f2.8, Sony 70-200mm f2.8 and 1 cheeky shot on the iPhone 14 pro, can you guess which shot was the iPhone 14 pro??
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Twitter: twitter.com/willchidlow Website: willchidlow.comFCPX - Import to library OR Leave files in place - IT DEPENDS!!Will Chidlow2022-12-20 | Hi Friends! In this video im talking about leaving files in place VS import media to library in final cut pro X. There seems to always be a lot of noise online about which approach is best so this video addresses some of the common misconceptions about the 2 methods and i share which approach works best for me. A lot of folks online seem to think that leave files in place is a magical space saving option but the reality is that its not that simple. Importing media to library can work with the exact same space if done correctly and has other benefits which i think make it the best option.
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Twitter: twitter.com/willchidlow Website: willchidlow.comUnderstand flash with THE EXPOSURE DIAMOND - how to balance ambient light with flashWill Chidlow2022-12-11 | Hey friends! In this video im talking about the exposure diamond and how to balance ambient light with flash for creative photography and lots of other types of flash photography. Understand flash with the exposure diamond! this tip was a game changer when i first learned about it and it has enabled me to control ambient light and more importantly balance ambient light with flash so i can control and understand flash photography exposures much better. the exposure diamond is specific to understanding flash photography when you want to balance your flash with the ambient light that is available to you. It is also helpful when mixing flash with other light sources such as led or constant lighting in a studio environment.
Let me know if you have any questions, Id love to know if this flash photography tip is helpful to you!
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Twitter: twitter.com/willchidlow Website: willchidlow.comQuick creative portrait shoot using a Venetian blindWill Chidlow2022-12-05 | a little BTS of a quick shoot from the weekend. This creative portrait idea was inspired by an old ADORAMA video with Gavin Hoey. I used an old Venetian blind and a hard LED light source to cast some dramatic shadows on my subjectNew lens in the toolbox - THIS THING ROCKS!Will Chidlow2022-11-30 | New lens! The Sony 70-200mm f2.8 GM mark 2. Been wanting to get my hands on this lens for a long time and finally have it. Such a versatile piece of kit but certainly not cheap! Took the opportunity to have a play, this video was created using my 50 inch TV as a background playing video to add a nice effect.Easy make shift voice over booth 👌Will Chidlow2022-11-28 | ...How I made a DAHMER style portrait shotWill Chidlow2022-11-14 | A quick challenge to recreate the photography style used on Netflix DAHMER cover photography using only one flash and a homemade yellow gelQuick product photography with one flashWill Chidlow2022-11-14 | A quick bit of product photography using one flash (speed light) a soft box and a bit of white card as a fill/bounceCreating Netflix DAHMER style portrait photography with gels and flashWill Chidlow2022-10-07 | Hey Friends! This week i've had fun recreating the cover photography for Netflix' DAHMER series in my home studio. Home portrait photography is a great way to get creative and try new techniques and after watching DAHMER - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story on Netflix I really loved the stylized photo of Evan Peters used to promote the show.
The series examines the gruesome and horrific true crimes of Jeffrey Dahmer and the systemic failures that enabled one of America’s most notorious serial killers to continue his murderous spree in plain sight for over a decade.
With fairly minimal and affordable equipment and a bit of time we have recreated the portrait and im very happy with the result. Im also faily new to gel portrait photography so this was a good chance to play with using gels for portraits and also using speedlights for portraits.
Hey Friends, this week I'm taking you behind the scenes on a recent shoot for a very talented local drummer, Sam Barnes. Filming a drummer has its challenges so in this behind the scenes video I'm showing equipment for filming drummers, techniques for filming drums, How to light drums and the complete post production breakdown of how i edited the drum videos together.
Filming a session drummer whilst recording live audio was a lot of fun and i hope you get some benefit from this behind the scenes style video.
Hey Friends, This week im showing you my new(ish) TAMRON 17-28mm f2.8 wide angle zoom lens which ive been using and loving sine buying. Im covering the pros and cons of the 17-28mm lens, why i decided it was the lens for me and why it might be great for you too.
The TAMRON 17-28mm is the cheapest wide angle zoom available for full frame Sony mirrorless cameras (with autofocus) and despite a few cons i think it is a lot of lens for the money. I think the TAMRON 17-28mm is a great lens for vlogging, a good lens for real estate video, and a great lens for landscape photography and astro photography.
Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:03 Lens features & overview 2:56 Whats it for? 5:38 Cons 9:07 Pros 11:40 SummaryThe Joby WAVO Air is a swing and a MISSWill Chidlow2022-04-09 | Joby WAVO Air geni.us/MenB
Hey Friends, this week im reviewing the Joby WAVO Air wireless microphone kit. This wireless lav kit is part of Joby's new range of microphones for creators but i doubt they will send me any more after this review (grimace emoji)
I really had high hopes for the Joby WAVO Air, thinking it could become the go to wireless mic system for creators but watch the video to see why its hard to recommend.
So Joby making microphones?? This week I'm taking a look at the new Joby WAVO Pro on camera shotgun microphone designed especially for content creators and doing some tests with the mic on the beach. All the audio in this video is recorded on the Joby Wavo Pro directly into the Sony A7Siii mirrorless camera.
I'll let you be the judge, is this the ultimate mic for content creators and filmmakers as Joby claim? The WAVO pro certainly has some cool features including ANR - active noise reduction, +10 and +20db options, auto on/off functionality, EQ via a bluetooth connected app and it also comes with a wind shield and wind jammer which is nice to have included.
This Joby microphone is part of a new range of microphones from Joby aimed directly at content creators and offering on camera mic options as well as wireless lav mics, usb condenser mics and wired lav mics.
In this video I'm showing you how to make a swipe reveal effect in FCPX with no plugins, just the basic tools that come with Final Cut Pro. This simple before and after slider effect is commonly used to show how LUTS or Presets effect video or photo but could also be used for home renovation before and after style video or maybe even for beauty or fitness transformation reveals or anything really where you want to swipe to reveal something.
I was inspired to make this video after seeing a website selling a plugin to create this effect but just thought it was so unnecessary as it is so easy to make a swipe reveal in final cut without using any plugins. We will be using the draw mask tool in FCPX and optionally we can add a divider line over the top using a basic shape effect. Making a before and after slider in Final Cut only takes a few minutes and you can change it to suit your own needs and style very easily.
Hope you found this helpful and i'll see you next time!
In this video ive been inspired by recently watching Dopesick on Disney+, particularly by the awesome date effect they use to jump between dates whilst telling the story. I thought it would be fun to try and create this date effect in final cut pro with no plugins, just the basic titles and effects that come with FCPX.
To create a cool date effect in Final Cut Pro was really easy so i thought id show you how you too can create an animated date slider for yourself in FCPX.
The animated date shows the year and then animates and slides through the years until landing on the next year where the story takes us. I thought this was not only a very effective way for viewers to keep track of the story but also a really nice visual device that helped move the story along and help viewers keep track of events.
Hey Friends, this week im taking you behind the scenes of my youtube setup, showing you how to make tutorials for youtube, showing what camera gear i use for youtube and showing you some really cool tools for making tutorials in final cut pro.
making tutorial videos on youtube is one of my favourite types of youtube video to make because I love how it can help other people and often even helps me to further cement the knowledge in my own mind.
Of course there are many ways to make a tutorial video, I like to show my face in my tutorials because i feel it allows me to connect with my audience better and explain more complex tutorials in a better way. In order to create tutorial videos for youtube i have developed a tutorial workflow that allows me to deliver high quality tutorial videos in the quickest possible time and speed up my editing workflow by using awesome titles for final cut pro such as the MotionVFX mTutorial pack i talk about in this video. The pack is not just great for tutorials though, it also includes the best set of effects for product reviews, instructional videos, online classes, testimonial videos or just about any other type of content that requires text and effects to make it look professional.
I hope you like the video and find it useful and informative. Thanks for watching and i'll see you next time x
See links below for all the gear i mention in the video and links at the top for the awesome motionvfx plugins i talk about
This week i'm looking at some of the best titles for final cut pro, especially curated to be the best title pack for youtubers and online video creators. Finding quality titles for fcpx can be tricky but motionVFX have put together this pack of titles and effects for final cut that are super easy to use and look awesome. These premium titles for final cut provide you everything an aspiring youtuber could need to elevate the production of your videos and create professional looking titles and effects in final cut.
I try to show you a good selection of these top effects for final cut and how to add titles to videos and customise them to suit your personal style. Also included in the pack are easy to use editing tools and effects and some of the best transitions for fcpx i have seen.
I hope you enjoy the video, thanks for watching and i'll catch you next time!
In this quick video im showing you some tips for adding text to your videos and keeping text readable. It can be tricky to keep text legible when overlaying text on video so hopefully these tips will ensure text is always readable and looking good. text overlays in video are very popular but when done badly can be really hard to read and make the video feel really ammeter. Hopefully these tips will help you add text to your videos, keep text readable, and make videos with text overlays that are really really good looking and professional. These professional techniques for adding text to videos are quick and easy so you can dive in and be making great looking videos with in no time.
In this video I'm taking a look at the Manfrotto Be Free 3 way live advanced travel tripod. This new Manfrotto tripod is unique because it is designed for both video and photography so its possibly the best hybrid shooter tripod.
The Manfrotto fluid head known as the manfrotto fluid drag tripod head is cleverly designed to make this an ultra compact travel tripod but still has all the features essential in order to call this a video tripod.
Its an aluminium tripod so not quite as light as a carbon fibre travel tripod but the aluminium means this tripod has a payload of a whopping 6kg, making it perfect for larger video rigs.
The 3 axis video tripod head also folds down nice and small meaning this is no hassle to carry around on mobile shoots.
I think this might be the best tripod for hybrid shooters like me that are often working alone and need the versatility to shoot photos and video with the same tripod.
I hope you enjoy the video, and i'll see you next time!
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TALK TO OR FOLLOW ME: Instagram: instagram.com/willchidlow Twitter: twitter.com/willchidlow Facebook: facebook.com/WillChidlowCreative Website: willchidlow.comWhy is your FCPX library so LARGE and how to fix itWill Chidlow2021-03-28 | Hi Friends! In this video I'm talking Final Cut Pro X library size, specifically why is your FCPX library so large, why is it taking up so much space on your harddrive and providing some tips on how you might be able to reduce the amount of space that your final cut lib uses. I cover importing, optimised media, proxy media, render files and long term storage of libraries in the hope of helping you understand what Final Cut needs to function and what you might be able to live without. Final cut pro is a vast piece of software designed to cater to many complex workflows so understanding your own video workflow is key in helping you reduce fcpx library size by only utilising features that you really need. how to reduce FCPX lib size will depend on how you use it but hopefully this video will help you get to gips with what you do and dont need and streamline your editing workflow.
As always, thanks for watching and feel free to ask me a question in the comments below.
Just a quick video this time! How to add LUTS into Final Cut Pro x
If you are like me you probably use the same or similar LUTS across multiple projects. In this video I show you how to add them in final cut so they are available in all future projects. Using LUTS in FCPX is nice and easy. Installing LUTS in FCPX this way also let’s you organise them into folders to keep them tidy and organised.
So watch away if you want to know How to install LUTS for Final Cut Pro and how to keep them organised!
In this video im sharing how to install effects into final cut pro X, These could be effects you have created yourself or effects you have purchased from asset websites such as Envato, Video Hive, Motion VFX etc.
Adding effects in FCPX can be a bit weird as Apple dont make it super easy but Ive found 3 ways to install effects into FCPX that work for me.
I hope you find this useful and it gets you using your new effects in Final Cut nice and quickly
As always thanks for watching and see you again soon.