Jay Holben has been teaching the art and science of filmmaking for two decades. Here, you can interact with Jay as he presents small tips and techniques to help you with your own projects!
Online Articles
(for a complete listing of works by Jay Holben, see Writing section)
Finding the Look (Instagram Exclusive)
A Look at Vintage Hard Light for Femme Fatales
A primer on additive and subtractive color mixing
Four useful apps for cinematographers
Lighting Fixtures 101 - The Fresnel
How to Build a Covered Wagon (Excerpt from "A Shot in the Dark")
A Look at Dion Beebe and Paul Cameron's work on Collateral
Reviews
Clips & Tips
Introduction to HDSLR cameras.
A discussion of light quality: Hard & Soft
Understanding photographic latitude/dynamic range.
Low-budget filmmaking and permits in Los Angeles.
Low budget contracts.
Repairing an ArrI Fresnel fixture.
Check Jay's Recommended Reading List for additional titles.
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