good behind the scenes for lighting?

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What are some good online videos and DVDs with some cool behind the scenes the really hit up how they light some of their film?​
 
This is self-promoting (obviously) but our "Lighting For Film & Television" DVD set is exactly about that. We have interviews and walk-throughs with Macgregor and Levie Isaacks, ASC, and the disc shows two short films that we shot with Macgregor and walk-throughs of the lighting setups and why he chose what he did.
 
Barry I hate you for doing this to me because I have been wanting to buy that DVD for a while now but just can't afford it right now XD Being a student working part time doesn't give me lots of cash sadly, but one day I'll have to buy a copy.
 
ReelFilmGeek,

Well, you're probably going to hate me too, because what I'm about to suggest will cost $150:grin:, but here goes.....
Go to http://www.theasc.com and click on "Friends of the ASC". Join that group ($150 for a one year membership), then you will have access to some really good on-line video tutorials on lighting, presented by ASC cinematographers. You get other benefits too, like a digital subscription to American Cinematographer.

Ken

P.S. -- Apparently you can still get the special rate of $100, even though that rate was to expire April 15. (Yeah, I know ... it's still a lot of $)
 
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There are a lot of video lighting tutorials out there on YouTube and such, but as far as BTS videos showing detailed lighting techniques, a couple I have found to be really useful are from Shane Hurlburt, ASC from the making of the short film "The Last Three Minutes".


And... (Will not embed so here is the link).

https://vimeo.com/12208773
 
ReelFilmGeek said:
Barry I hate you for doing this to me because I have been wanting to buy that DVD for a while now but just can't afford it right now XD Being a student working part time doesn't give me lots of cash sadly, but one day I'll have to buy a copy.
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As I suggested in your other thread, purchasing some learning tools on the subject, books, DVDs, tutorials. While I have not viewed Barry's DVD set, he is very knowledgable on the subject and I'm sure you will gain valuable insight. After all, owning a 1K fresnel and knowing what to do with it is much better than just owning a 1K fresnel. Absolutely nothing wrong with investing in learning materials.

Good Luck!

Dave
 
I also enjoy Art Adams' hang over at provideocoalition.com... he's pretty specific sometimes, and what a read his high speed job, that was a real treat.
 
Really thinking about becoming a friend of the ASC...Ken, have you taken the plunge? Worth it?

I think one of the best things I've found is RogerDeakins.com

Take a look at his forum and you'll see plenty of examples of how he's lit and shot some great films.
 
Get your hands on some lights, give yourself enough time, and try to mimic something you've seen that you thought looked great. The resources mentioned here are great and all, but getting my hands on lighting and trying to do different techniques with them has been the greatest learning experience I've ever had.
 
Barry_Green said:
This is self-promoting (obviously) but our "Lighting For Film & Television" DVD set is exactly about that. We have interviews and walk-throughs with Macgregor and Levie Isaacks, ASC, and the disc shows two short films that we shot with Macgregor and walk-throughs of the lighting setups and why he chose what he did.
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Very nice set. You won't be disappointed buying this set. Barry used a lot of lights that most of us already own.
 
Gary Huff said:
Get your hands on some lights, give yourself enough time, and try to mimic something you've seen that you thought looked great. The resources mentioned here are great and all, but getting my hands on lighting and trying to do different techniques with them has been the greatest learning experience I've ever had.
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You know, I have to kind of second that. Get some lights and shoot something. The hands on experience will really help you when studying up using other resources.
 
Actually, I'd say volunteer to help out a gaffer. That way you'd learn good habits and what kinds of lights are useful and how to use them before you buy a set.



(but I couldn't agree more with your Orson Wells quote...)
 
I actually just found out about meetup.com and joined a local filmmaking group (With over 40 members that seem to have a lot of experience, I mean one guy has a scarlet so I hope he has experience) and plan to learn from some of them and will be trying to volunteer on some student films in the area if i can.
 
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