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I like to post lighting breakdowns of my favorite scenes.
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Feb 26, 2022
Bleached Muslin 💕
I’ve been putting bleached muslin on everything lately. (It’s basically my Sriracha of diffusions) If you can afford the light loss in...


Feb 18, 2022
Book Lights in Tight Spaces
Working on location can be a challenge - especially when you want big soft sources for your key!


Feb 7, 2022
Keep it Simple
Knowing when to strike the balance between building a crazy rig and keeping it simple can be tough, but it does get easier with time.


Jan 12, 2022
Shaping Natural Light
If the goal is a natural looking scene, you might just need to shape what’s already there.


Jan 5, 2022
Lighting for Drama
I love this sort of look because you can really direct the viewer’s eye and evoke a feeling other than something bright and cheery.


Dec 24, 2021
Lighting for Green Screen
A talking head interview is more straightforward than a scene in a Marvel movie, but the same principles apply to every shoot with VFX.
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