by Trenton Hoshiko | Dec 15, 2023 | Cinematography, Cinematography Blog, Equipment Overview, Lens
Tilta Focus Gear Rings Overview & Examples Tilta Focus Gear Rings – Thoughts and Usage Tilta Focus Gear Rings are a great tool if you are looking to replace clip/clamp on style follow focus lens gears. These flexible plastic rings are stretched (do this... 
by Trenton Hoshiko | Jul 1, 2023 | Cinematography, Cinematography Blog, Equipment Overview, Lighting, Micro Budget Cinematography
Godox 37 Inch Octabox Overview This week I talk about the VERY affordable Godox 37 Inch Octabox! I really like this modifier because it is a good kit, that packs up really small, makes a large soft source, AND is inexpensive. The only real downside is that the 1st... 
by Trenton Hoshiko | May 25, 2023 | Cinematography, Cinematography Blog, Equipment Example, Equipment Overview, Lighting
Aputure Lantern Overview and Examples The Aputure Lantern provides convenient, easy to setup, and gorgeous soft light, all at a reasonable price. Recently, I did some videos about using a paper lantern for soft lighting, and let me tell you, THIS Aputure Lantern is... 
by Trenton Hoshiko | Jan 31, 2023 | Cinematography, Cinematography Blog, Equipment Example, Equipment Overview, Lighting
Aputure 2x Fresnel Lens Overview Post & Video Examples I recently made a few follow-up videos to the Aputure 2x Fresnel videos I made a while back. Now that I have used the Aputure 2x Fresnel lens bowens modifier for a few months now, simply put: I think it is a... 
by Trenton Hoshiko | Jan 22, 2022 | Cinematography, Cinematography Blog, Equipment Overview, Lighting
Using The Aputure AL-M9 In 2022 + Examples + Giveaway The Aputure AL-M9 mini light came out almost 6 years ago, so is it still a good option in 2022? There are now a lot of competitive options out there, but I do still think that the Aputure AL-M9 a good option based... 
by Trenton Hoshiko | Oct 30, 2021 | Cinematography, Cinematography Blog, Equipment Overview, Lighting
Safety Cables Are A MUST HAVE! | Cinematography Safety One of the most important parts of any film set is safety, in fact, it should be everyone’s first priority. Being a Director of Photography is more than just a cool art job, you are the head of a...