Edge of the frame
Positioning your characters at the edge of the frame is often used to convey a sense of isolation or evasiveness. It’s …
Shot Composition
When you’re making a film, the composition of shots is crucial. It helps to tell your story visually and can make your film a more immersive and engaging experience for your audience. This isn’t an exhaustive collection of compositional techniques, but it’s a good starting point to learn more about the subtle and complex art of shot composition.
Rule of thirds
When composing shots for film and television, the rule of thirds is an essential compositional technique. The rule of thirds states …
Cowboy shot
The cowboy shot is usually associated with westerns. Filmed from waist height and usually showing a gunslinger’s hand resting on …
Establishing shot
Establishing shots are an essential part of film language. They are like the glue that hold your scenes together, letting the audience …
Behind legs
Camera height makes a huge contribution to storytelling. While it’s most conventional to position the camera around a character’s eye …