As a conservation filmmaker I strive to capture the essence of nature and convey its beauty, vulnerability, and importance through my lens. That's why I'm really excited about introducing a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera...
The theme serves as the backbone of an environmental documentary, shaping its narrative, focus, and impact. But with countless environmental challenges to choose from, how does one decide on the right theme? From understanding the...
In the pursuit of capturing footage, filmmakers often rely on various equipment, including motorized camera gimbals. However, countless of hours of conservation filmmaking work in the field and post-production work has made me see...
In today's digital age, where attention spans are becoming shorter and content consumption is rapidly increasing, choosing the ideal length for your video is very important. Whether you are creating videos for species at...
The official trailer has launched for the new documentary The Bird House - A Swansong at The Tip of Long Point Ontario. The Bird House is a 15-minute documentary film about one of the most...
Experienced filmmakers often charge more for their services than videographers who are just getting started, and it can be confusing to understand why. Many people assume that filming a video is no different than...
The art of environmental storytelling has evolved tremendously for professional filmmakers seeking effective ways to convey the urgency and significance of environmental issues. One such powerful tool that I'm utilizing more and more is...
I often talk about shared values with the organizations that I do filmmaking work for. But what does that mean? Being ethical and being a conservation filmmaker or photographer go hand in hand, as they...
Environmental visual storytelling in filmmaking is a powerful tool that can inspire audiences to take action on environmental issues. With the increasing awareness of climate change and other environmental concerns, filmmakers are using their...
Let's say this right from the start: A camera is only as good as its operator makes it. There's a lot more to storytelling and filmmaking excellence than pointing a lens and clicking record. As a...
