Slow motion video production: Budget friendly
I recently got to work on a project that required slow motion video and also needed the use of a steadycam in almost all the shots. There are quite a few new cameras out there now that are capable of shooting faster than 60P slowmotion video. Cameras for all budgets They say the camera doesn’t … Read more
Visions of Norway- Feistein Fyr
Feistein lighthouse lies on an island just off the coast of the eastern norwegian coastline. A picturesque area more commonly referred to as Jæren. The shallow waters around the rocky island are a perilous area for seafaring ships and the lighthouse provides a guiding beacon of light to all bypassing vessels. The lighthouse was contstructed … Read more
Me or Myself- Shortfilm
It has been a long time in the making. I am proud to present to you: Me or Myself Hpe you like it.
Working hard on a new short film!
Hi guys! I have been hard at work the past two weeks. In less than 10 days my biggest and so far (hopefully) best short film is debuting right here on my blog! Heres a screen grab from the editing process. Screen caps: I don’t want to reveal too much of the story, but I can say … Read more
Cheap 50mm f1.8 video lens for under $50
Indie filmmakers are always on the hunt for the best camera gear deals. Lenses are a big part of shooting HDSLR video/film. They are also very expensive. One lens that is known for its exceptional cinematic look, large aperture and shallow depth of field is the 50mm prime lens. Canon makes 2 models that are ideal for … Read more
The comforts and discomforts of international travel
You know the worst thing about travelling is the airports. The badly timed and often way too prolonged time gaps between flights. Ever sat in a terminal at a big airport? Ever tried to sleep while 4000 people bustle on an off planes, hurrying to get to their ‘oh-so-important‘ destinations? Crumpled together on an uncomfortable two-man airport … Read more
Visions of Azerbaijan. Thistles at sunset.
The sun dips low over the mist covered mountains. Dispersing the last rays of light, scattering them across the vegetation. These are the last rays of light this sun will cast in 2011. It’s new years eve and the sun is setting for the last time this year. Interested in how I took these photos? … Read more
Flux-A constant state of change
This short-film is dedicated to Daniel Henriksbø and Mats Bjarg whom I worked on set with for another film shot on the same seaside location as you see here. Their lives were claimed by that very sea just over a month ago. Rest in peace! This short artistic film started over a year ago. I … Read more
DIY DSLR mini-dolly
So you just got into the DSLR video game, and need a cheap way to make those smooth dolly shots a reality. Well, I threw together this post just for you! Make one for under $20. You’re going to need 4 furniture wheels/casters (check if they have bearings-it’s better if they do) that can be … Read more
DIY LCDVF solution for HDSLR’s
It’s been a while since I did a DIY post for you photographers and filmmakers out there. So here goes. I just received a DSLR LCD screen protector in the post the other day and set to work on making an alternative way of attaching my dslr viewfinder to my 550D camera. This technique works for all lcd viewfinders … Read more
