How to shoot OVERHEAD video - FLAT LAY Tutorial
In this video I am showing how to shoot overhead video and get those super cool top down shots for YouTube videos. When it comes to content creation, flat lay photography and product photography can be super important. So today, we are diving into this flat lay tutorial and going over everything from softbox style lights, to camera positioning, and even object arrangement! Hope you all enjoy and as always STAY CREATIVE! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 01:01 - Positioning 02:08 - Surface 03:19 - Lighting 03:56 - Arrangement 07:36 - Final Thoughts PRODUCTS IN VIDEO: C-Stand: https://amzn.to/3qkbLCM Rode PSA Mic Arm: https://amzn.to/2WUt0hg Ball head Tripod Quick Release: https://amzn.to/2KURWSd Sit Stand Desk Legs: https://amzn.to/3qwjCgT Desk Top: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/gerton-t... SHOP THE MERCH: https://teespring.com/stores/benjohns... WHERE I GET MY MUSIC: https://www.soundstripe.com/?fpr=benj... **Use Code: "CREATIVE15" to save 15% on your Plan!** MY FAVORITE VIDEO EFFECTS: https://motionvfx.sjv.io/Bv4qx MY FAVORITE GEAR My Favorite Camera: https://amzn.to/2LVuQbC My Favorite Lens: https://amzn.to/36oDUz0 My Wide Lens: https://amzn.to/2XnD55w Favorite Lights: https://amzn.to/3bVk9A7 Other Favorite Lights: https://amzn.to/2JlDJNo Favorite Audio Recorder: https://amzn.to/2XdUyxV Monopod: https://amzn.to/2yg5m5z Gimbal: https://amzn.to/2SzPJNk Studio Backdrop: https://amzn.to/3eedse4 Desk Fan: https://amzn.to/2ZvFOMT Smart Lights: https://amzn.to/2Xmezlm LIFX Z Strip: https://amzn.to/2yqau70 Headphones: Backpack: https://amzn.to/3fymF2P LET'S CONNECT: Instagram: / benjohnsoncreative Facebook: / benjohnsoncreative DISCLAIMER: Some of the links in my video description are affiliate links, which means I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase, at no extra cost to you :)

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