I think it’s odd that many filmmakers don’t practice. Guitar players practice all the time, but filmmakers often seem to think that every shoot has to be “for real”. I like that you’re advocating practicing one’s craft.

@mrfryfilmguy

2 жыл бұрын

Great point!

@JohnnyGuitaristOfficial

Жыл бұрын

As a guitar player....That is very true 👍

@josemur1562

Жыл бұрын

So accurate

@vmtz2001

6 ай бұрын

They’re not cinematographers. I’m not a cinematographer, but I was a videographer in the 80’s and 90’s and I constantly practiced.

@vmtz2001

6 ай бұрын

Today’s digital cameras are way more tolerant of lighting contrasts

As an autistic aspiring videographer, I'm very grateful for this guide. I know filmmaking is a collaborative activity, but--as a result of my ASD--I often learn better on my own than in groups of people.

@honeyway3104

Жыл бұрын

I totally feel you, and although i believe that uniting around a specific craft helps with interactions, growing on your own is sooo important, i hope you find ways to achieve your goals and use your uniqueness as a strengh. (I'm also an autistic aspiring filmaker btw and seeing others in the field trying their best makes my dreams feel more realistic)

@uptown3636

Жыл бұрын

@@honeyway3104 Thank you for your well-considered reply Your perspective on individual growth and unique expression is refreshing and encouraging.

@medalgear654

Жыл бұрын

Autistic myself here and just graduated from Toronto Film School and yes i'm strugeeling practicing cinematography as well.

@uptown3636

Жыл бұрын

@@medalgear654 Congratulations on your graduation! Best wishes for a career in this field.

@DonovanFrancisDaniel

Жыл бұрын

Best wishes brother

3 shots for talking, 3 shots for practicing. I see what you did there ;) Cool and informative video as always. Thanks!

@NigelBarros

2 жыл бұрын

I wondered if anyone would catch that! Thanks for watching Joel!

@howells442

2 жыл бұрын

Well spotted, I didn't catch that myself, but really nice idea!

I struggle all the time trying to get people to play with me (practice video). This is a great idea. Thanks.

@NigelBarros

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah same, practicing filming myself is becoming a very common!

@Ace25554

2 жыл бұрын

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2 жыл бұрын

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Really liked the whole concept of trying to recreate the scenes that one has liked from the work of professionals ..very down to earth yet creative exercise. I see a tremendous potential for doing this for creating still images as well. Thanks.

We have a local co-operative learning group at our local Media Centre. It’s been great for learning with and from others as well as learning equipment they have for rentals. I hope we start it again soon as it was delayed with the pandemic.

Honestly did not expect such a simple solution, but it’s awesome because it lets the viewer play with their favorite scenes or shots! Brilliant.

Nigel, very well done. I really appreciate the way you deliver information. Easy to comprehend and digest. Thank You

Love this exercise. Definitely adding it to my recurring to-do list 👍

These vids keep reminding me to keep going for it. Thanks

Simple and to the point. Anyone can do this and you always learn something when you slow down and take the time to shoot something for yourself.

I think we all struggle with this and your right not that many videos out there about working solo so props on your video and thanks for sharing.!

Great tips. Great video. Great suggestions. Great everything. Grateful for people like you who take the time and want to help up and coming creators of all sorts. Thank you bro!

The grade is so nice on your example shots!

I thought about this aspect of filming and photography where everyone online just shares the basics but hardly what makes one achieve the quality. Thanks for this.

Nigel thank you so much for your videos! You’re such a pro and explain things so greatly for beginners like myself!

Bro! This is such a good video for beginners! THANKYOU!

I've been overthinking all the practice in my head and this helps a lot.

I really like those and I think you did a great job recreating them. Please do more stuff like this.

This is a really cool concept that I never thought before. I have been wanting to practice my cinematography but wasn't quite sure how to do it by myself. Definitely going to give this a try thanks for this video!

These were great! Thanks for making this video!

Wow !! when we have no ideia where to start there it is great tips Nigel

I love this and have been looking for a way to improve my cinematography on my own

This is such a great idea to practice. Thanks for sharing this with us!

Great idea, Nigel. Thanks for sharing this.

Awesome tips Nigel well done

loved the video man exactly what I needed cause I'm alone and with limited equipment

YES!! That is the key to "cinematic" videos, the essence of the cinema!! Not the trendy colours or the 500 transitions in one video hahah Keep going my friend! Ur work is amazing!

Simple, interesting, and meaningfull. Well done Nigel, thanks for sharing.

Extremely inspiring video. Really enjoyed this. Love the advice. Keep up the dope content bro! 🔥

Ha! This looks like a really fun & super useful challenge! Will absolutely give it a go. Totally agree that practicing is such an important aspect of any filmmaker's journey. Thank you!

Awesome idea. I never thought about doing this. Thank you for the idea.

Thank you Nigel, you inspire me

This has sparked as a new interest for me only in the last few days, I’ve come across quite a few videos that have sparked a new interest and take on cinematography! I haven’t even got video editing software or a decent camera (using my phone 13 pro) but soon I’ll have a schedule that’ll allow me to venture more into this new hobby. Can’t wait! Thanks for the great tips :)

This is such good content, better then gear reviews. Always love your stuff. more please :)

I love the ambient / atmospheric music in the background

wow! I did not even think of doing this for practicing shots! Great idea!

THanks for sharing this video. I’ve been wondering how to improve my cinematography without a large crew and this is a great idea.

Amazing Nigel! I didn't know about film grab but am inspired by this and look forward to practicing some shots.

Thank you for this Nigel! Awesome video. Really needed something like this!

@NigelBarros

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank you so much for this video!

this was beautifully simple , now I wanna try these as well!

Thank you so much for this video. I've learned a lot!

God bless you bro. Never seen a video that truly made me want to practice filmmaking. So excited to get started now

I’ve started channel a month ago, and was wondering the same thing how to get better and improve since I’m only person working on this. So this video really spoke to me.

Thank you, I had those issues u mentioned, these information helps a lot 🙏

Wonderful guide! Thanks for sharing.

Thank yiu so much for this. I didn't think of this before

This was cool I think 🤔 I'm going to give it a try 👍🤳🏾🤓👍

@NigelBarros

2 жыл бұрын

yeah do it!

Love this. Very insightful

Thank you for spicing up the idea of practicing cinematography this way! Very helpful advice. I will have to try every 3 shots in a week.

Great tips Nigel, thank you.

While there is no such thing as "perfect" - this concept will help me to achieve a higher level of Excellence in my work. Great idea - thanks for the inspiration. Cheers!

So many filmmakers telling about this way of learning but what you did gave much better idea of how to do it.

Thank you so much for sharing. Im new and i will be using this for practice.

Yeah I film by myself all the time, really love this idea thank you!

dope nigel. I have been thinking lately filming and trying to create alone is so difficult . Great video

Great idea. Thank you!

This is very insightful, thank you!

This is dope. Thank you for sharing these examples

Right on time!

Didn't know about film-grab. Thank you so much!

Valuable advice, thank you!

yes! this is a great idea to get better!

Interesting....The video shows the idea, simple to watch. You quickly show us the final successful shots. I can see where if a person was to go through the exercise, they would realize how many small decisions come together to build the final result!

Beautiful. I feel the same.

Great idea!!! Thanks!!

The FilmGrab hack is a great, great tip, Nigel. Thanks!

Great video and I love the shots

Nice video dude. I'm trying to incorporate more of this into my videos and I had no clue where to get started. I'll try recreating some stuff!

Awesome idea!

Really helpful in short time even with an ad in there u fit everything very seamlessly

Thanks for this❤️

thanks you so much ! it really helped me

Thats a cool exercise. Thanks!

What's really crazy is that I came here for tips and found out you shot the movie "Columbus" which I remember you guys filming that because I've lived here my whole life and I love the fact that movie took the time to show the beauty of this small town!

Also get a useful tip from your videos 🙌🏻🙌🏻 film grab looks super helpful!

Great video, ideas and recreations.

Hmm 🤔 I’m actually pretty excited about this, I definitely need to practice this skill daily

great video, thank you very much!

Because I was a photographer so long before getting into cinematography I kinda developed a very static film style and I practice things like lighting, composition, and blocking with photography. I still have to work on my transitions though, it can't always be a cut.

Great video thanks for the tips

Thanks for sharing this video

Thank you man ❤

Love this

Very good presentation!

That was awesome man.

Really helpful ideas thanks!

cool ideas. great video

This is a great idea and I think it translates well to practicing photography too!

@NigelBarros

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely!

Great idea!

Damn, it's genius! I'm gonna try it! Thanks, man!!!

Oh man I need to try this you my friend are a great inspiration to those of us that need some guidance in starting our own Chanel thank you for the good videos

@NigelBarros

2 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate hearing that Alex, thanks for watching!

Loved this! Also the music on this video was on point.

@NigelBarros

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it Matt!!

Great video

Thanks for sharing that website. I like using references.

Dope dude I've always thought about this as I'm watching shows and movies. Great to see someone actually use a screen grab as reference. Also, from dallas, specifically arlington!

The window scene is awesome

Thank you king

Very interesting to see you showing that I certainly will try it . Anything that will make me better film maker hopefully thanks Nigel

@NigelBarros

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah glad you enjoyed it!