Category : Video Production

Vidcast EP. 7 – Living out a life-long dream

Posted by Evan at 3:09 pm

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Cinematic Lighting Test v2

Posted by Evan at 12:06 pm

Another lighting test from the same location as the previous test but with a Letus 35mm adapter and 50mm Zeiss lens. Cinematography by Steven Houser, editing by myself.

JVC GY-HD110u lighting test

Posted by Evan at 10:21 am

A lighting test shoot with the stock JVC GY-HD110u lens.

Running For Something – The Run

Posted by Evan at 1:23 pm

A video I put together of the 3-day Running For Something event. Hope you enjoy! If you would be willing to donate to help the youth of New Castle IN visit http://www.runningforsomething.com

Initial Green Screen Test

Posted by Evan at 9:56 am

I’m really getting into video production these days. It’s something I’ve had an interest in throughout the years but never more than now. Perhaps it’s the availability of incredibly high-quality HD camcorders for under $1000, or perhaps it’s because I’m starting to do some video production work for my day job, either way I’m having the time of my life and loving every second.

Just recently I acquired a few pieces of video-related gear including Final Cut Studio 2.0, a 2 piece soft box lighting kit, backdrop support as well as black, white and green muslin backdrops and a high quality lapel mic. It’s basically a movie studio on a budget and though I’m still in the process of learning the ins and outs of the process I’ve finished my first green screen test and I’m happy with the results (don’t adjust your speakers, there is no audio).

It’s not perfect, there are a few little artifacts and lighting/reflection issues, but what’s cool is that I only spent about 10 minutes setting up this shot. I didn’t iron the green screen and it wasn’t lit perfectly, but still you can begin to see the potential of this simple setup. Below is a photo of the setup I’m using. In case you’re interested, here are links to the eBay auctions where I purchased the gear.

• Softbox Lighting Kit
• Black/White Muslin Backdrops
• Backdrop support w/green screen