How to SET UP Your NINJA V the RIGHT WAY (Atomos Setup Guide)
Setup guide and tutorial for the Atomos Ninja V. Clearing up confusion regarding Log/HDR processing and audio capture over HDMI. Plus general settings tips.
Tutorials & DIY
Building a Wireless Monitor with Focus Control for Self-Filming
Build guide for a wireless monitoring system for filming yourself with wireless follow focus, video transmitter, & monitor all powered by a single battery.
BIG CHANGES! // Studio Rebuild & Tour
Vlog showcasing the changes to my studio with several DIY projects like a new backdrop, stand rack, wheeled product table, and a multi-camera-angle setup.
FilmConvert Nitrate for DaVinci Resolve Is Excellent
Overview & basic tutorial of the new FilmConvert Nitrate for DaVinci Resolve. Discussing the new functions and getting a pleasing color grade quickly.
How to Hide Jump Cuts // In Camera & When Editing
Tutorial covering various ways to reduce the impact of jump cuts in video. Including tips for recording two camera angles and editing tricks to smooth the transition & even out the audio.
Ultimate Exposure Guide: Getting Low Noise Video with HLG & S-Log2
Complete guide to shooting & grading video for the lowest noise possible. Exposure tools (false color, waveforms & zebras), picture profile comparisons, & camera tips.
A PREMIERE User’s Problems with DAVINCI RESOLVE 16
Explaining the obstacles I’ve experienced switching from Premiere Pro to DaVinci Resolve. Hopefully doubling as a helpful guide & bug report for Blackmagic.
FilmConvert Nitrate: The Most Fun Way to Color Grade
Review and tutorial on FilmConvert’s new Nitrate upgrade. A powerful film emulation plugin that allows for log processing and quick & unique color grades.
How to Make a DIY Color Checker… Sort of…
DIY guide for making a color chart like the X-Rite ColorChecker Video Passport, as well as a tutorial on vectorscopes and using hue & saturation curves.
Best LUT for Beginners – Leeming vs FilmConvert vs Buttery
Comparing some quick color grades using the Leeming LUTs, the Buttery LUTs, & FilmConvert with some general color correction tips and usage scenarios.
Exposure Tips for the BMPCC4K & Why I Don’t Use ProRes
Discussing Blackmagic Pocket 4K exposure complications, ETTR vs middle grey, what Highlight Recovery does, and why ProRes isn’t good for low ISOs.
Turn Any Footage into Super Smooth Slow Motion
Tutorial on using NVIDIA’s Super SloMo to convert standard frame rate clips into high frame rate footage for smooth slow motion.
How to Edit Blackmagic RAW in Premiere Pro // Grading Tips & BRAW Studio
Guide for editing Blackmagic RAW footage in Premiere Pro using BRAW Studio. Plus some grading tips, a comparison to DaVinci Resolve, and general LUT advice.
Use a Gimbal to Make Stunning Macro Videos (Feat. Moza Air 2)
Tutorial on using gimbals to automate camera movements for closeup product shots & tips for 1:1 macro video. Plus a partial review of the Moza Air 2.
Working with HLG / Sony Color Modes / Matching Picture Profiles – FAQ
Answering FAQs about Sony Color Modes, grading HLG & converting from BT.2020 to Rec. 709, how to match different picture profiles, and what LUTs to use.