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No Film School
No Film School is a filmmaking site with stories on film, TV and technology, aimed at helping filmmakers improve.
Why it is here: Covers cinematography, cameras and workflow, relevant to those shooting video as well as stills.
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ICG Magazine
The magazine of the International Cinematographers Guild, Local 600, showcasing its members and the art and craft of cinematography. Useful for readers curious about how films and series are shot.
Why it is here: Features on cinematographers and their craft, published by the guild that represents them.
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Wandering DP
A site and podcast by Patrick O'Sullivan on cinematography, with on-set breakdowns, courses and tutorials on lighting for commercial shoots. Useful for aspiring cinematographers.
Why it is here: Cinematography podcast and tutorials built around real shoots, with a focus on lighting.
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Philip Bloom Blog
Philip Bloom's blog from a director of photography and filmmaker, covering filmmaking and camera gear.
Why it is here: Gear and shooting notes from a working shooter, useful for photographers moving into video.
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FilmmakerIQ.com
FilmmakerIQ is a resource on film and photography fundamentals for people learning how images are made.
Why it is here: Explains image-making fundamentals relevant to photographers moving into moving images.
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Raindance Blog
Raindance is an independent film organization, and this is its blog with film and filmmaking articles.
Why it is here: Practical film production articles, useful for photographers learning to shoot video.
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Prolost Blog
Prolost is a filmmaking blog by Stu Maschwitz that mixes filmmaking, visual effects and a love of camera and software tech.
Why it is here: Camera and post-production tips for photographers working with video.
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