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by Zack Young · Posted
On-set virtual production (OSVP) is the real-time mixing of live-action footage with computer-generated imagery to create amazing in-camera visual effects (ICVFX). These days, most OSVP happens on a volume, a studio space with seamless LED panels (or cabinets, as they’re known in OSVP) grouped together to display rendered images that are then captured live in-camera alongside human talent. These cabinet configurations can be as simple as a flat backdrop stacked from the ground up, and as complicated as a full curved 360° wrap hung from trusses
by Zack Young · Posted
Virtual production (VP) is a professional video technique that combines live-action footage with computer-generated imagery (CGI) in real time. Virtual production typically happens on “volume” stages where seamless interlocked LED panels display rendered photo-real backdrops that change and adapt as the camera moves. This creates impressive in-camera virtual effects (ICVFX) that require little to no post-production work. Let’s jump into the exciting capabilities of
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Your virtual production (VP) system isn't just playing back high-resolution video in the background. To work as believable 3D your system must be able to render in real-time and in high frame rate realistic 3D environments. To create and playback these environments you need creation software.
What Is Unreal Engine?
Simply put, it is an advanced real-time creation tool that powers your virtual production. It is based on 3D computer graphics gaming engine, and I remember playing Unreal as a multiplayer first-person shooter game, way back in the
by Zack Young · Posted
A media server is a key step in the on-set virtual production (OSVP) pipeline, sending assets like background plates, LUTs, and tracking data over a network so that they can be used to create unique real time in-camera virtual effects (ICVFX). Whether it be a rendered set from Unreal Engine or an uncompressed prerecorded background plate, the media server is what stores and transmits these virtual pieces to the LED walls and processors. Let's dive deeper into what these servers do.
What's Important in a Media Server?
Media servers for virtual
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Welcome to Part 2 of Keys to a Happy and Healthy Production Life.
Hopefully you’ve read Part 1, but if not, be sure to check it out.
Working on productions, and making films at every level can be fun, exciting, thrilling, and rewarding. The key to longevity in the business is both being easy to work with and being valuable to those who hire you. If you’re a director, you must figure out how to balance getting what
by Zack Young · Posted
Whether you're outfitting a tiny conference room or a massive ballroom, PTZ cameras can help you pan, tilt, and zoom your way to the best angles and most effective ways to communicate your message during a video conference. With PTZ camera setups varying wildly in size, price, and configuration, we're breaking down possible workflows for different kinds of scenarios.
1. Home Office
If you're just outfitting a setup for yourself, a single
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
If there’s one area of wildlife photography that challenges even some of the most consummate artists, it’s birds in flight. A dynamic flight shot shows action, and a bit of technical prowess. As you can imagine, capturing birds in flight is no easy feat.
To consistently capture these shots, one must be proficient with their gear and have a knowledge of animal behavior. We’d go as far as to say you need a bit of luck too, but what is luck if not preparedness meeting opportunity. In order to make the most of the opportunities that present
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
In terms of safety, FPV (first-person view) drones aren’t all that dissimilar from non-FPV drones. They are bound by the same guidelines and regulations; they benefit from the same preflight safety checks and best practices. However, there are some safety practices specific to FPV drones, including those pertaining to FPV-specific gear. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about safely operating your FPV drone, including preflight tips and
by Zack Young · Posted
While many video podcasts might start off only utilizing one camera, adding more typically becomes the first upgrade that creators make as they build out their shows. Having multiple angles to cut between makes the final podcast more engaging to watch and can often produce high-quality close-ups that help viewers really connect with your talent. But with more cameras comes more responsibility, so let’s break down how best to approach a multi-camera video podcast setup.
Cameras and Lenses
While the ideal will always be to have identical camera
by Steven Esposito · Posted
So, you have taken the first steps into the wild world of livestreaming. You’ve gathered the necessary tools, found the right computer for the job, and now you are ready to create interesting content. But you might be wondering how to do the livestreaming part. It can feel a bit overbearing and complicated, but it is actually quite easy. Today we are going to go over how to get started with a world-renowned, free-to-download program called Open Broadcaster
by Rebecca Melville · Posted
If you have found yourself moving, downsizing, or going away to school, you might be dealt a desk area that is drastically smaller than that to which you are accustomed. If this is you, or will be you sometime soon, a small workspace is no reason to panic. With some intention and a bit of finessing, you can cultivate a sleek and functional small desk setup without compromising on quality. I am going to share some helpful pointers with supplementary products to consider while you transition into a new, smaller workspace.
Lose the Monitor Base
by Zack Young · Posted
While it may be tempting to prop your phone against a book, shoot one long clip of your podcast, and send that clip straight to the interwebs, that strategy probably won’t rocket you to the top of the charts. By taking a more thoughtful approach to editing and posting your video podcast, you can unlock the full potential of the form and grow a dedicated, engaged audience. Today, we’re going over four of the most important considerations when it comes to editing your video podcast.
Multi-Camera vs. Single Camera
Shooting with one camera (or
by Zack Young · Posted
The bread and butter of PTZ camera usage will always be situations where a second take isn’t an option—sports, musical performances, public presentations, religious ceremonies. These are productions where getting great footage the first time around isn’t just ideal, it’s imperative. And one of the easiest ways to step those productions up is by using more than one camera. By having multiple angles to cut between, you’re giving yourself both variety and safety. But more cameras also mean more potential headaches, with extra cable runs, the
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted
With video technology getting smaller, more powerful, and more budget friendly, it is no surprise that PTZ cameras have been rising in popularity in a variety of industries such as film, broadcast, and corporate environments, but one of the most innovative advancements in PTZ camera technology is their integration into live sports and sports analytics. PTZ cameras have a great set of features to fit into a
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted
For multi-camera environments—such as house of worship, conference centers, product demos, remote education environments, or even multi-camera video podcasts—PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras are a great choice as they are easy to control remotely with small crews. One of the easiest ways to get your cameras up and live streaming quickly is with the Blackmagic Design