A roundup of techniques for in-camera visual effects, and where and how they might be used.
Introduction
What You Need to Know About Projector Effects in Three Minutes (via Aputure):
Music Video
Three Unique Projection Effects You Should Know (via Aputure):
Cinematography Effects for Music Videos (via Film Riot):
How To Make A Pro Music Video With Only A White Wall & Lighting (via YC Imaging):
Fashion Portraiture
Three Ways to Light with Projectors (via Aputure):
Two Projector Portrait Projects with photographer Gavin Hoey (via Adorama):
Try It Yourself
Amongst Captured by Sam‘s goofy delivery, you’ll find Five Tips You Need To Know Before Trying Projector Photography, including:
- supplement your primary light source (the projector) with a secondary light source
- use an adjustable stand for the projector
- create simple shape designs, on location
- co-ordinate wardrobe with backgrounds, especially colour
Further Viewing
Lighting the subject isn’t the only way to use projection – rear projection, a technique as old as cinema itself, opens up a world of possibilities for in-camera visual effects: