The sun is one big ol' light that can't be beat - unless of course you have rows and rows and banks and banks of lights. So it's easier to work with it as it moves across the sky during your shoot. Diffusion, bouncing, blocking it with negative fill - these are all ways we modify the sun's light to make our scenes look good. But we also need to plan ahead to know where the sun will be during the day. This video includes an example video of positioning the camera and talent through an afternoon to keep a consistent look to the short film.

Small spaces can be a challenge when you’re a cinematographer. But knowing how to use the space and where to put the lights can make your life a lot easier. In this video we’ll look at a 3-point lighting setup for film and video and see some behind-the-scenes shots to see just how we get this kind of high-key, low-contrast look for commercial clients.