Framing and compositon, the rule of thirds, the guideframe, all aim at one thing, making better video. This episode of QuickTips discusses the Rule of Thirds.
Most cameras today have a guideframe, check in the menus and turn it on and use it until you get used to composing your shots.If you’re looking for more detailed information, a trip to the library to look at art composition books, or even just watching television or movies with a more informed eye can teach you a lot.
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1 How to frame video interviews using the rule of thirds | News Videographer // Jun 16, 2010 at 4:56 pm
[...] Bill Mecca has a great tutorial that will show you how to use the rule of thirds to frame your interviews. The rule of thirds is a basic composition guideline that’s also important when you’re shooting b-roll. [...]
2 @codytoshiro // Jun 18, 2010 at 2:33 pm
Great video. I’ve posted it on my blog.
I wish there was a tag or category or something for your QuickTips series, though. They’re really quite good.
3 admin // Jun 18, 2010 at 5:48 pm
Thanks Cody, glad you find them helpful. I’m just trying to pass along what I know video and audiowise and am always open to suggestions.
4 Live Happy // May 24, 2012 at 10:00 am
Great video.
I got it! I’m going to check my camera to see if it has that feature on it.
Thanks,
Luke
http://www.youtube.com/user/PersonSuccess
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