Visual artists have this special ability to notice even the tiniest details in an image and give them the attention they deserve. Even if viewers don’t actively notice these details themselves, they do notice the total, collective result, and that…
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Live production has had a major presence in popular entertainment for decades. Entire shows have been built around the thrill of live production, and competitive events like sports and Esports just work best when broadcast live. Awards shows, as well,…
Read MoreScot French: Banking on the Great American Film Canon
If one were to play a word game based on antonyms, a sure bet for the opposite of “creative cinematographer” would probably be “investment banker.” We tend to think of art as something wholly separate from money, and elevated beyond…
Read MoreThe State of Independent Filmmaking feat. Zachary Street
Let’s be clear: independent filmmaking existed long before the rapid evolution of technology and the advent of the internet. We can easily look back to the independent films of the early 1990s, as well as the work of someone like…
Read MoreInterview: Singer-Songwriter Viraj Bahri on His work for Sony Music India
Viraj Bahri has a long list of accomplishments as a singer-songwriter. Most recently, he was part of the Grammy-nominated album “Shuruaat” in collaboration with the Berklee Indian Ensemble. In addition to his acclaim here in the US, Bahri was also…
Read MoreThe Power of Brand Collaborations in Creative Direction with Fred and Bella
In the ever-evolving world of advertising and marketing, the significance of brand collaborations cannot be understated. When creative minds from diverse backgrounds converge to craft compelling campaigns, the results can be nothing short of extraordinary. Fred Aramis and Bella Cabral,…
Read MoreVFX for Music Videos: Advice from the Front Lines
There’s no arguing that Hollywood movies have become more and more technically impressive, especially in the area of visual effects. VFX artists can create just about anything with CG, which involves advanced 3D modeling and painstaking animation. For feature films,…
Read MoreInterview: Yixia Li on How to Improve Your Storytelling With Editing
Many die-hard Star Wars fans have heard the many stories surrounding the creation of the first film, A New Hope, released way back in 1977. There were numerous problems on the set, including more than a few difficulties with props…
Read MoreThe Art of Storytelling: Sonia Sayani’s Impact in Television and Social Campaigns
The landscape of the film and entertainment industry has transformed immensely, becoming a robust platform that not only entertains but inspires societal change. It now serves as a dynamic mirror of our experiences, challenging norms and sparking thoughtful discourse. Amid…
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