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I like to post lighting breakdowns of my favorite scenes.
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Mastering the Art of Lighting: How to Achieve a Unique Look with Just One Light Source
This is really just a visual representation of the impact simple changes can make to the appearance of a scene
May 20, 2024


How to Create the Perfect Lighting in a Virtual Space
Lighting is essentially the same process for green screen replacement with a video, or a virtual background designed in Unreal Engine.
Apr 26, 2024


Maximizing Natural Light: Tips for Bringing the Outdoors Inside
There’s nothing quite like using exterior bounced light to bring life to the interior of a space.
Apr 19, 2024


Lean on Your Gaffer to Light a Location in Denver
We were challenged with making two distinct looks in a small garage and we leaned into our lighting approach to make the difference visible.
Apr 12, 2024


Lighting a Commercial for Yeti Cycles at a Studio in Denver
When working with reflective surfaces, big sources are the key to even highlights.
Mar 29, 2024


Portable Generators and Power Loss at Altitude in Denver, Colorado
We often rely on portable generators to power our sets. But did you know they’re significantly less efficient at higher altitude?
Mar 15, 2024
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