How to shoot a SIMPLE INTERVIEW in a Boring Room

[@SuperMannyphoto]

uhm.. ok so this video was suggested out of nowhere and it was amazing and simple, yet thorough and professional yet chill. like I loved it. wth!

[@EpicLightMedia]

That’s a pin!

[@SuperMannyphoto]

Epic Light Media 😲 🙌🏼

[@bszphoto]

Super Manny its awesome!!

[@mannyseguin9082]

My name is also Manny, and I concur.

[@kariukionline]

🎶How do you solve a problem like Maria...🎶

[@cs.visuals]

That mirror trick blew my mind :o

[@DarkPa1adin]

but it felt like some plants outside the window with a harsh sunlight.

[@catitude235]

Thank you for your comment! I went back to the video to look for that part after reading it. wow.

[@jarodgatson361]

Yea.... me too!!

[@gavinleighton]

Kids would learn better if this is how things were taught in schools. And that whistle solo... incredible.

[@Jazzbeau]

"How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?" from The Sound of Music..... LOL

[@drewloewen6079]

People, stop subscribing. We need to keep this channel a secret.

[@deustechmachina6061]

LOL... the old reverse psychology trick. My channel currently has zero content and one subscriber. I've got the whole "stuck figuring out my studio setup" problem. I've been writing scripts and adding posts to my blog, but every time I set the camera up, I just shake my head at the result and end up deleting it in disgust. Oh well... back to trying more things to get a look I'm happy with :).

[@IlyaYarshou]

Exactly! )))

[@Blondesax]

Right? He said just over 30,000 in April, and now it's practically June and there are 51,200 subs. What happened?!

[@devilghiss]

AGREEEEE

[@NoahTheAncientOne]

OH shoot your right, we can't all have superior lighting knowledge. Otherwise we won't stand out from the rest...

[@TheEliasNoel]

I don’t understand why there aren’t more videos like this GOLD

[@Sumsum5342]

Please don't stop being creative, your videos are fucking perfect. Brilliant education, simple, entertaining, straight to the point. Love it!

[@animationecho]

Love your work! Specifically the straight to the point part without hours of vlog beforehand!

[@AskAW]

I hate those tutorials

[@YEYSHONAN]

I used to be teaching photography lighting 20 years ago and used these tricks. Now, we have LED bulbs and more! All of these just came back to my memory! Thank you very much for my total recall! I'll be back!

[@NewLayer]

I love your teaching style. It’s so... “not KZbinry”. I’m not even learning anything new lol. Except for that mirror trick, noice. Keep up the good work 👍

[@NewLayer]

@Matthew Herrington Oooh, I like that comparison.

[@stevengonz]

My favorite part of this video was when it was finally over so I could hit replay and watch it again

[@Abdo.A]

Option "C" is fantastic. I liked the video very much.

[@tariqalexanderwaheed476]

One of the most entertaining tutorials of how to light an interview I saw in along time. Thank you

[@CatalinaMinde]

C & d had such good lightning, thanks for awsome tips!

[@totemworlds]

I loved the A setup. Though dramatic, it did something to the eyes of the subject that made them sparkle. I think it got lost in the next setups.

[@jamieandrei]

6:00 the magic mirror bit.. v cool!

[@dayflaubert]

this content is so straight to the point and awesome it hurts.

[@zacka.]

Man, you are doing an amazing job! Thanks a lot, it’s so pleasant to watch you. And you speak very distinctly which is very useful for non English speakers.

[@michtig]

You executed the content of this video like a boss. The knowledge is great, but the execution of the delivery of the knowledge is A+. You carefully emphasize key terms while displaying abundantly clear visual examples for an audiovisual slap in the face of easy-to-understand knowledge. I'm not even a video person, this just happened to be recommended during my lunch and I clicked on it, watched the whole thing, liked and subscribed.

[@EpicLightMedia]

What a compliment!!!! I’m so happy that this video was helpful for someone who isn’t even in film. Much thanks!

[@AlexMcDaniels]

This sense of humor is why I subscribed to thia channel. Great to see Gene helping you out

[@NileStudios]

"D" was my favorite setup, you are very patient and long winded. Thank you for being a great content creator.

[@CorsidiCucinaVegan]

For me is D! You have the best channel for video tips! Thank you from Italy!!!! (i'm sorry and i'm a subscriber)

[@davidbroughton5237]

This is like Blue's Clues but for adults and it's about lighting. Honestly a different tone on youtube and i love it

[@simpleeyemedia]

Watched this one upside down. We followed your last instructions to a "tee." clicked the thumbs down and then clicked that funny foreign word in the big box next to the upside down bell thingy. Since we kinda recognized the bell icon, we decided to click on that to notify you that we followed your instructions. Thank you for the clarity. The totally rigged setup was the best--for obvious reasons. The second best was actually the last option you showed us with the budget setup. Just knock the side light down another 1.5 to 2 stops and it'll make the subject pop off the screen. We tell people all the time that budget lighting is not just about budgeting $ is about budgeting what is important in the scene.... Since it's just a boring wall, better lighting on the subject is the wiser use of the cheap lights--unless the back wall/location is important to the interview. But there again, our musical interludes on set are usually "if I only had a brain."

[@nickjwong]

My respect for lighting has never been greater since watching this channel. Inspired. Thank you.

[@MaineMayhemFilmFest]

This is a great channel, I know most of the stuff but it helps to refresh the night before a shoot and I appreciate the presentation

[@suzannealward4006]

I am slowly and intensely falling in love with this channel, thank you sir.

[@EpicLightMedia]

Hey thanks!!!!!!

[@gbesalvador]

E was very cool and using the mirror with tape was absolutely brilliant!

[@chadkbrignall22]

Thats all I used 20yrs ago in the beginning doing B-glam images longer exposures. Glad to have studio lights now!

[@Normandreamfilmmaker]

The mirror effect!!! Mind blowing 🤯🤯🤯!!!! Thanks 🙏. Great tutorial.

[@21daystill]

Unexpected bonus bit with the budget lights. thanks for the tips

[@gryswolf]

Option E - quite surprisingly... Well done sir. Thumbs up from South Africa!!! OH!!! And ditto on the whistle solo!!!

[@Itsvicu]

Man I just happen to stumble upon one of your videos and am now watching my third one. This fr is one of the most actually useful KZbin channels I’ve seen so far really informative real life info being said.

[@Itsvicu]

I got to a Art and Design university and though I am majoring in Graphic Design I have taken a couple classes in production and I feel like the way the video explains things would be very similar to what you’d learn in class.

[@EpicLightMedia]

So kind!!! Thanks that means a lot. I love talking about this stuff...

[@Spinfast]

Best thing to wake up in Germany to. A New ELM Video! Thx guys. Very informative again. Keep it up.

[@simi.n]

I literally just discovered this Chanel like an hour and now im on an Epic Light Media video marathon. Love all your content. Great sense of humor

[@StoversMotors]

That mirror idea with the tape on it looked excellent. I was not expecting that. Appreciate all the info and tricks!

[@KoltonRice]

How can one video provide more value then an entire film course?! Love it!!

[@wannazmi4321]

Need more of this, guide to lighting. You prove that lighting is everything

[@cesartrujillo4190]

I could watch an extended interview with the subject matter in any lighting situation. I’m glad you showed cheaper lighting setup. It’s great to try to think outside the box. Location shoots go wrong and at that point, it’s all you have.

[@Musatainment]

One of the best film making channels ever! Awesome video, thanks!!

[@Musatainment]

Btw can you share what that diffusion board thing you are using is called and what stand you use to hang it ? Thank once again!

[@EpicLightMedia]

Thanks! Here are some links to get you started. www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/32812-REG/Matthews_159015_Solid_Frame_Scrim.html www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/227746-REG/Matthews_756040_Hollywood_Century_C_Stand.html

[@Musatainment]

Epic Light Media thanks much!!

[@CruisingTheCut]

I’ve got lots of KZbin accounts and I’m going to subscribe to you from each of them, you just try to stop me. Damn fine work.

[@003Styles]

Well done, loved how you broke it down into steps. thanks for your efforts

[@michaeltsatsuaxolu7774]

Oh boy! I like this guy. He is hilarious in his own funny way. Very educative video.

[@Fancy_Employ]

Thank you for having the heart/desire to help folks with ZERO knowledge, like me.

[@WisestGeneration]

This channel deserves millions of subscribers. I love your videos!

[@enterthepc8147]

9:21 is the best part of the video. Great Video!

[@ChrisLeeProducer]

Probably one of the best tutorial videos on KZbin period. Very nicely produced.

[@marcdevinci893]

First time I see the tape idea on a mirror. Great idea

[@gerardobello1747]

Just right on time for my virtual graduation videos! Thanks!!!

[@antdx316]

The best is showing what normal looks like then gradually making it better.

[@Morning_Fr0st]

5:19 Would you please make a whistling tutorial? That was so nice! (Just kidding lol) I love your tutorials. They're so comprehensive, intuitive and well-paced. I'm glad I'm raking the time to learn from you guys! :)

[@cluelessbeats]

This channel is a breath of fresh air

[@aaronramly1705]

MORE of this type of video please. Very satisfying to know the outcome of dirt cheap vs expensive. 4 thumbs up !

[@Sleepgameedit]

Dood bro, youve saved a life. Your explaination is so key

[@veggiewurst6024]

My favorite was D, because the mirror is the one thing that makes the boring wall interesting.

[@Mark13376]

The mirror cookie is amazing

[@Mihir.Bhadauria]

Came randomly but was so helpful. I really had issues with lighting in my videos. Thanks once again

[@UltravioletFilms]

You guys are seriously tremendous. Not sure we deserve you but definitely glad you're here !

[@singlestarmediagroup]

I literally can’t believe how valuable your content is. Just found this channel a week ago. Subbed after two videos. This makes video 4.

[@UlyssesAokiPhoto]

I'm a photographer getting into YT and video... this was a very valuable video, you're direct, easy to understand, and you give us options. Thanks for the great vid!

[@LukeTaylorPodcasts]

This is probably the best tutorial I've ever seen on anything.

[@lostproductionspdx]

Ya know I've been watching all these filmmaker youtubers for a while and thinking how awesome stage lighting can be put to use for filmmakers. Watching you gaff tape a mirror just drove that theory home. Some stage lights on a dimmer with gobos would make that boring room incredible. That being said being creative like this: two thumbs up ebert & roeper

[@davidp158]

Cool trick with the mirror. Nice whistling skills, too.

[@kint5ugee]

The cheap setup is so good!

[@emanuelioanpetrut]

I love ur irony! Makes me do things! I always struggle with lighting in my vlogs. You make it feel sooo ez! Thumbs up! You my friend are a TRUE INSPIRATION! Thank you for being on youtube!

[@SenseiSpeaks]

the mirror blew my mind. never would have thought of that

[@stevetherev]

You are a pretty good teacher and funny at the same time. Thanks for the massive value

[@geniuszulu8680]

This Channel is my source of light

[@johncollicutt8767]

Good film. Great style. I like the cheap options but D was the best set up.

[@darrinlalla9008]

E was my favorite but I did enjoy when you turned the light around and became Elvis!

[@showcase-me]

You're on fire! I'm always on a budget unfortunately and seeing that budget lightning BLEW MY MIND 🤯

[@theCreativeSav]

First sincere video creator ever.

[@OenAcoustic]

simple.. funny.. cool... honest... educating... thank you bro... greatings from Indonesia..

[@HarshYadav-cj3yu]

hey buddy! if you try to use these cheap led bulbs try by removing the white covering of the bulb it can be twisted and removed in some bulbs and in others you have to cut through them, after removing the diffusion layer of the bulb, you will have a light source with straight beam of light. Try it, it works fine, attach some gel on to it and it's ready to go.

[@ekredel]

that “how do you solve a problem like Maria” was 😍😂

[@himadrisikder2935]

The last 30.sec was great, super informative.

[@mskogly]

Loved that mirror trick.

[@ulyamdadhar2213]

haha, this channel is so underrated, im here before million subs sir, proud to be in the history!

[@brandonferguson3934]

Dude, I love your style, your tone, and the underhanded nature of your humour. Thanks for the AMAZING content. This is legit soooooooo helpful and I feel like this channel has pulled back the curtain on the whole lighting game.

[@BunarathFoTo]

you always inspire me every day... thank you for your sharing with the poor student like me... i love you..

[@markus8282]

I definetively like your state of mind. Stay like you are.

[@TheKnightFerrin]

Glad to see your channel blowing up. I think it's going a lot farther👍 Also, whistling Maria while adjusting the setup🤣 you the man!

[@bala16102]

absolute legend man, sorted me out in 10 mins

[@vladislav_panin]

For a budget version, E - is looking superb. Cinematic with some dynamic in it. Great content!

[@jayneromero9895]

I use the construction, cheapo lights (flood lights). They cost about $6.00, the bulb is extra, of course. I produce films for the town and non-profits so there's no way I'm going to buy expensive lighting. Thank you for the placement tips. The lighting has always been an issue for me and the interviews look okay, but something is just not right. Now I know it's the lighting. : )) I liked the set up with the tape on the reflecting mirror (D). That is SO creative. I'm also going to start using back lighting. It's a miracle.

[@PhoTo-so3tw]

Love from Kazakhstan

[@Cineinsaner]

that whistle is so awesome

[@amonglongchar7687]

This channel is my textbook.

[@jesussorianocirera2417]

E for sure...it's more pleasing to the eye

[@SavedPulley]

Please keep doing these!!!!!!! This is a real class. So many others want to charge outrageous prices that every one cant always afford. Thank you so much for your probono work. God bless u

[@dracoarawn4002]

Had to give you a big thumbs up, and a Great Comment.... (Keep up the great work)...

[@AntonWongVideo]

Tape on a mirror used as a textured background light...that's a new one. I've heard of shining through cookies but never reflecting it on a mirror with tape! I've gotta try that!

[@johnvlogs8398]

Ohhh you blew my mind with that mirror reflection creativity on wall!!! i am thank full to you for this tutorial. Love from India. D setup i really liked.

[@TonyRush21]

D is the one i love, the use of tapes on the glass was genius and very creative..E is economical..think Im gonna mix both..

[@wildwoodscreative]

Love this, the idea w/ the mirror!

[@mowikamera]

Beautiful light!

[@makil3913]

Good to know I’m not the only one that whistles the sound of music when setting up equipment!

[@3DSage]

So illuminating! I learned so much! Thank you :)

[@SilverAphelion]

Simple and elegant also that mirror trick was incredible! shhhhhhh.

[@HaRdCoReKiDdo3]

Amazing video. I have seen videos for years trying to show the same concept and have never come close to the quality and easiness shown on this and your other videos. Keep em comin!

[@maapotv]

I’m on my way to film my first interview as well as being the interviewer without any assistant. Watching your video just bumped my confidence up and gave me the positive energy I needed! Thank you so much and of course I’m not subscribing and disliking this video 😂😂😂 bless 🙏🏾✌🏾