When you are attending school functions open to all grades it tends to get a little crowded in hallways, stairwells and classrooms.   Over the past 5 or 6 years of elementary school videos I have downsized my gear to a compact and efficient setup. I actually use two different setups depending on the function and […]

We have all heard the phrase…lights …camera…action! Well that’s really how it is. There has to be enough of the right kind of light for video to look really good. Our eyes are wonderful instruments, much better than a camcorder’s lens. We can see a much wider range of light and dark. And we see […]

Top Ten Tips for getting good school videos 2-Keep it steady. Most everyone has experienced watching video footage that’s a little shaky and unsteady and makes you a bit seasick. With that in mind here are some ideas about keeping things steady. You can use a tripod, monopod, set it on a table, flat spot […]