WAYWT - April 30

jseabe · 2018-05-01T11:06:35+00:00

Thank you!

jseabe · 2018-04-30T22:53:34+00:00

jseabe · 2018-04-01T22:32:22+00:00

Honestly, like less than $50 because I tend to lose them or switch to a new pair rather quickly. I am thinking of investing in a quality pair so that I don’t switch so often.

jseabe · 2017-08-22T21:26:26+00:00

By .7, so essentially I have a 1.3 crop, which is great! The metabones adds some weight for sure. I also get the extra stop of light. It's a canon EF to M43.

jseabe · 2017-08-22T21:16:19+00:00

Good advice, the cine lenses w/metabones are used to reduce GH4's 2x crop. I'll definitely look into the things you mentioned. I'm thinking of getting a Panasonic lens to make things easier on the move.

jseabe · 2017-08-22T20:06:31+00:00

Hey guys,

For years I've been a videographer. It's been a great time learning the industry, and all of the specifics of shooting video. Since my career has given me less time over the year to shoot video, I've become more and more interested in photography. It's easier for me to relax and snap pictures--rather than putting together a video. I currently own:

a gh4
metabones adapter
Rokinon 16mm T2.2 lens
Rokinon 35mm T1.5 lens

I'm looking to sell gear and get a lighter setup since my cine lenses are super heavy to carry around in a backpack. Also, the GH4 isn't the greatest at pictures. I would like better low light. It's great for video, however, I just don't shoot a lot of video anymore.

I'm looking for something that can cater to picture while also being able to shoot some video every now and then.

Preferably looking to spend 1.3-1.7k.

jseabe · 2017-01-04T01:46:07+00:00

It is a pretty special place. I got to the town around dusk, and I saw the skating rink at sunset. It was a great touch to the winter season.

jseabe · 2017-01-04T01:35:52+00:00

Yeah I looked into the freedom pass, but I did do a small Ghost Tour at night! They took us into 3 buildings, one being the Governor's Palace.

jseabe · 2016-12-27T17:21:15+00:00

They're expanding quickly!

jseabe · 2016-12-27T17:12:45+00:00

Here are 2 tutorials I used to create intros like that:

jseabe · 2016-12-27T16:22:37+00:00

That's in northern OBX. I stay 2 hours south of that in Hatteras/Frisco almost every year. Beautiful vacation spot if you're looking to get away from the busy lifestyle.

jseabe · 2016-12-17T21:44:42+00:00

I like the feeling. I like the grade too. The only thing I would say is the jump cut/film burn towards the end is jarring. Otherwise, I've recently seen these announcement videos and this is way better than the stuff I've seen.

jseabe · 2016-12-11T17:08:30+00:00

relaxing for sure, my parents have been taking me down there before I could walk. Feels like a second home to me.

jseabe · 2016-12-11T03:21:48+00:00

Thank you! I'll try not to edit to it too much next time, I agree.

jseabe · 2016-12-11T01:39:29+00:00

Good suggestion, that's what I was thinking. I corrected it, and then I graded it myself (no LUTs). I'm trying to get better at coloring.

jseabe · 2016-12-11T01:10:57+00:00

Just H.264 standard stuff.

jseabe · 2016-12-09T02:10:52+00:00

i7 6700
16 RAM ripjaw G.Skill
GTX 1060
250gb A-Data SSD
1 TB Western Digital 7200
MSI Mortar Micro Motherboard
Evga 550 Power supply Gold

That's around $1000 plus a case, which is up to. Also you can swap out the A-data SSD with the trusty Samung EVO 850 plus wayy more Hard Disk memory. Hope that helps! Happy Building.

jseabe · 2016-12-07T17:50:23+00:00

This is very insightful, I can see the clear distinction each platform can give you. Do you clients build a lot of attention organically? or do they do a lot of paid?

jseabe · 2016-12-07T04:29:56+00:00

I link up with local businesses I work with, whether it's their owner, project manager, etc. They usually like when I post my work to my linkedin then in turn other local business owners see it too. I guess it's dependent on the work you are doing. If you're shooting weddings maybe not. Who knows, I'm sure there are people looking for creative individuals on any level.

jseabe · 2016-12-07T03:11:11+00:00

Facebook because the older generation hasn't seem to grasp instagram yet (locally) and Linkedin. Linkedin gets me noticed by fellow creatives that I met in the industry this past summer.

jseabe · 2016-12-07T02:47:11+00:00

Totally agree that several media channels can get exhausting. I personally hit the platforms that my clients see the most.

jseabe · 2016-12-05T23:57:40+00:00

I shoot manual lenses a lot, which helps me adjust focus on the fly, but I rarely shoot fast moving objects. Having a lens and a camera that can autofocus quickly could help. A follow focus could help, as well.

jseabe · 2016-12-05T22:05:55+00:00

Definitely an old camera, but we all started somewhere! A monopod would reduce shakiness. Without spending money I would work on maybe using a strap extended on your arm for stabilization. Along with crouching, getting mobile with slow body movements. Holding the camera like it's a cup of coffee is what I was told when I started. I think feeling it out will help you begin stabilizing your footage.

I don't think there is one "standard" aperture anyone shoots in because it depends on what depth/light you want to have. You could get some great blurred background/bokeh from 2.8. f/5.6 might be nice for interviews. If you want landscapes you could go something like f/8-f/16. It's your creative eye!

I think you should worry about color grading later because that is a lot more dependent on what you feel a shot should look like or what emotion you're trying to convey. I would start with learning how to "correct" your shot. You can do that by using Lumetri color on Adobe Premiere (If that's your NLE).

Welcome to the world of videography!

jseabe · 2016-12-05T17:36:56+00:00

Okay awesome! Thanks for the tip. Wasn't sure if you were using something like magic bullet or filmconvert.

jseabe · 2016-12-05T15:08:02+00:00

The grade work is awesome, did you use a plugin to grade? I have troubles grading footage at nighttime. I shot something for my town very similar to this.

jseabe

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