How the Big Boys Use ND Filters - Professional Lighting for Video - Part One

Ultimate Guide to Cinematic Lighting. Part One of my Cinematic Lighting Techniques. How I use my Sekonic Light Meter and Color Meter for Different Lighting Techniques for Film. I asked YOU what questions you had about lighting and how to use a light meter. In this first installment, I explain how to use neutral density filters along with the light meter. And demonstrate why it's so important to not only always use ND filters (even indoors!), but also why it's so necessary to understand the effects of each lighting modifier and diffusion cloth. Lighting for Video Shooting. Camera used: RED Komodo and Sony FX30 // Camera Lens - Leica R • Lights: Aputure • Astera // Grip: Modern Studio Equipment 🙌🏼 Special Thanks to CRDBAG for sponsoring this episode! Don't forget to use code DOGTIMES to get 15% off: https://crdbag.com/?sca_ref=4787489.g... My Two Most Used Tools on Every Set: Light Meter: https://bhpho.to/3RYMxd1 Color Meter: https://bhpho.to/3pxrsLx My Favorite ND Filters for Cinematography: https://bhpho.to/3ZHNets My monitor of choice: https://bit.ly/3NW8yGZ My Client / Directors Monitor: https://bhpho.to/3OsafNs 🏪 Check out my online Resale Shop for Filmmakers: https://www.justinfilm.com/shop 🎥 What's In My Production Package? 👇🏼 https://www.justinfilm.com/kit ⚙️ My full KIT: https://www.kit.co/jponfilm 👀 Popular Links: https://www.justinfilm.com/connect 🎓 Now offering 1:1 Cinematography Sessions! 👇🏼 Check it out: https://www.justinfilm.com/sessions 📬 Fan Mail/Gear Reviews: DOGTIMES PRODUCTIONS 1125 E BROADWAY UNIT 2090 GLENDALE, CA 91205 My favorite camera accessories: https://bit.ly/3tJ9Tdg Best camera bags for travel: https://bit.ly/3RPtgJV FOLLOW 📲   / kiddtech     / dogtimesproductions     / justinphillip   https://www.justinfilm.com https://www.imdb.me/justinphillip https://www.dogtimesproductions.com 🎬 This video's gear list: https://www.justinfilm.com/kit Post-Production tools: https://kit.co/jpOnFilm/post-production Lighting Kit: https://kit.co/jpOnFilm/minimalist-li... ▶️ Recommended Viewing:    • Cinematography Lighting Breakdowns   Thanks for watching! 🙏🏼 If you're a SUPER FAN of the content and would like to say "Thanks!" 👇🏼 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dogtimes 🥤 📽️Links to a couple films I directed & produced: You Have Arrived 🛣️ https://amzn.to/2oKJJFi Wolf Game 🐺 https://amzn.to/2n3IEIk ➡️ Check out my Cinematography Portfolio: https://www.justinfilm.com 🧠If you've read this far, then check out the DogTimes virtual clubhouse for indie filmmakers & Become a member of the private DogTimes Discord!:   / justinphillip   📢 Shout out to ALL of my DogTimes Patreon Supporters! 🐶 DogTimes MERCH*** https://dogtimes-merch.creator-spring... 👨🏼‍💼 Need good insurance, liability, or gear coverage? Use this link to receive $35 OFF! 👇🏼 (DM me for Details) https://www.ppa.com/join/member-2-member 🖼️ Check out my PRINTS for SALE: https://justinphillipprints.etsy.com ⬅️ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Using Filters w/ Light Meter 02:00 - Which ND to Use? 04:38 - How to Use Light Meter 06:39 - How to Light from Inside 08:42 - Importance of Flags 09:20 - Diffusion Cloth 09:51 - CRDBAG 12:06 - Wag Flags 12:43 - Nets 13:10 - Middle Grey vs Skin Tone 14:02 - Power Window 14:43 - Using Cameras Spot Meter 15:18 - Pro Tip 17:19 - How the Pros Use ND The Ultimate Guide to Light Meters for Cinematography | Light Metering Basics: Using an Incident Meter | Using a Light Meter - Part 1 | Light Meter Basics | Why you NEED Neutral Density Filters | Cinematography 101 | Why You Need ND Filters for Shooting Video (ND Filters Explained) | How Professionals Use ND Filters | Cinematic Lighting for Beginners [Some links found in this description are affiliate links. Which are a great way to support the channel at no extra cost to anyone.] #cinematography #filmmaking #lighting