Hour, an accomplished commercial and narrative cinematographer based in Los Angeles, chose to use both the 12K and the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K, the latter as B camera. “The style they wanted us to go for was a very open, organic, conversation between the creator and audience,” said Hour. “They asked us not to light or use any key sources other than the available light on location. Fortunately, the great image out of the cameras using that ambient light worked in our favor for the shots and this project.”

This year, the Musicbed Challenge had a different end goal than in years past. Creatives had an unprecedented chance to re-shape culture during a critical moment in history. So we asked them to use their talents for the greater good. To find a story within their communities, and to make a film that could make a difference.

2020 Musicbed Reopen Challenge Winners. Our panel of industry-leading judges have viewed and selected the entries that they believe can best spread optimism—with the winning filmmakers taking home their share of $100,000 in cash.

The competition is fierce nowadays. You have to always be evolving as an artist, always adapting to the new trends. With the recent launch of so many social media platforms and a various range of styles, camera gear and other features to choose from it can seem overwhelming. The ability to reach out and communicate with other artists and potential clients/businesses is so much easier with technology nowadays. You can get noticed rather quickly and gain traction fast! The more we come together and help lift one another up, the more we can succeed and thrive together as a community.

The 6th annual @Filmtools

G-Oktoberfest has gone virtual this year. Join us and A-TEAM Robert Magness + Corey Hour as we talk about the latest tech and answer all your filmmaking and lighting questions.

Instagram Live @Aputure.lighting

Join our resident pro @valentina.vee as she chats with @joshuamartinstudios and @coreyhour about their latest projects and filmmaker advice.