Exterior Lighting - Cinematography Breakdown

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[@AyechinoProd]

It's refreshing to see actual directors and cinematographers making content on KZbin.

[@abecadlo66]

Can you recommend some other channels?

[@mribi]

Haha fuck yes, agreed. I love Wandering DP, who else is there?

[@AyechinoProd]

@@mribi I love Griffin Conway, Danny Gevirtz, Waqas Qazi, Mark Bone, Threefold, Epic Light Media, and Robert Machado.

[@Gleebi]

Wait.... Are you suggesting that everyone on KZbin isn't a cinnamontographer?

[@AyechinoProd]

@@Gleebi yes.

[@demetrizuev258]

The colors are amazing, It would be really interesting to see a grading breakdown on this spot 🙌

[@OmieBlue]

I agree the color grading looks so good!!

[@CaliforniaFrank]

Agreed

[@crabfilms4031]

yes man. i would die for those colours

[@demetrizuev258]

@Lewis Potts 100 likes, now you'll have to do it🙃

[@editwithskylarrr2408]

The wit of lighting is so impressive. Thank you!!

[@KenFlanagan]

Thank you for the post. What a pleasant change these videos are from the over hyped usual KZbin bts breakdowns. Lewis’s low key and matter of fact demeanour is so so appreciated given he approaches all the set ups with such simple solutions yet achieving such excellent results. Simply the best cinematography breaks downs I have seen on KZbin and pitched at a professional level that anyone can learn from. Just a complete pleasure. Thank you.

[@daniel.lopresti]

Yeah, I'd go as far as to say the flashier a youtube video looks, the less inspiring its content often is. At least for solo operations where you need to prioritise where to focus your attention.

[@al201103]

Can't tell you how valuable this kind of content is for those of us wanting to elevate our projects and understand lighting better. Thank you so much!

[@sonpois]

I’m sohappy you exist. Thank you for this great bts breakdown. So useful

[@edwardleefilms]

Easily the coolest Squarespace ad/integration I have ever seen. Awesome video!

[@phokar5255]

When Lewis uploads, I stop whatever i'm doing and watch. My manager keeps asking why I just ran out the meeting and... oh now he's just staring at my screen.

[@genericmainer]

The squarespace ad was so good I watched it multiple times to get another look at the shots

[@JoshReels]

The shot with the guy in the rain gives me superhero vibes. Love it!

[@zongmuas]

THIS is how you do a Square Space AD. Awesome breakdown, always learning something from you. Great video!

[@dna8269]

Lewis Potts days are the best days

[@dathofilms]

Your passion for images comes out of my screen through your eyes :) Your work is just elegant.

[@ardobkin]

So incredibly helpful. You can use these techniques across all budgets. Thank you!

[@DANAMIONLINE]

Dope AD sequence especially the computer screen perspective.

[@AaronMcCann]

Love to see a video on the importance of your ACs in commercial shoots or any shoot and what kits you’d recommend an AC have or bring to a set. Maybe even a guest commentary from your WA AC team… but, ya know… I can keep wishing :p

[@zanderwilll]

This channel is crazy. Even during the Ad breaks I learn things

[@brandonpetersen10]

FINALLY! Love these no BS, super helpful shot breakdown videos. Keep them coming!!

[@ianyunis3580]

these breakdowns are always amazing, keep em coming!

[@derekjcooper]

We've missed you Lewis!

[@jaymesagency]

Epic Light Media always turns me onto great creators. You definitely have a new subscriber.

[@JulioBHJ]

Making the Komodo look like vintage film stock, nice!

[@robhashemi3559]

Love these break downs

[@beaugaughran4037]

So rad. Could we get an editing breakdown of your squarespace ad? Even that was so good.

[@asherhuskinson6815]

Great video as always! I love how you focus on the lights in the background. Small details that help us elevate our images.

[@mribi]

Dude these are incredible to watch! Please keep doing these lighting breakdowns!

[@bashmutumba]

Been watching your videos for a while, and I finally shot my first indie short film yesterday (coincidentally on RED Komodo). I am so happy with the results so far, and forever grateful to you, Lewis.

[@adambobroy7682]

That VFX shot was amazing wow

[@kevosi]

best breakdowns - thanks so much for putting these out consistently! I really appreciate seeing how you shape natural light which is particularly helpful for low-to-no budget filmmakers

[@animusvisual]

This is incredible. Not only are you showing techniques on lighting but just how good the komodo can look in the right hands. Great job. Would be interested in seeing a breakdown of how it was rigged for this gig. Thanks for sharing as always.

[@lewispotts]

Thanks! Dan Stone is my AC give him a shout on insty I'm sure he'll answer questions

[@sakhiwomthunzi]

Literally just saw this ad on TV!!!

[@_meken_]

You have the best squarespace ads!

[@thejackoss]

Love your breakdowns! I like how your setups are simple yet so effective. Love you color grading too!

[@-austinsmith]

Really enjoyed your breakdown of this commercial! Thank you!

[@chewilliams9345]

Love your type of video. Great to see! Keep it up brother

[@R2Sytchannel]

Great vid as always mate, always learn so much from these vids

[@OfTwoLands]

Another great video, mate! Beautiful images as always.

[@babyjesus9011]

Love your content, unique and premium.

[@Motionandstory]

Love the breakdown and use of Aputure lights!

[@ijyoyo]

Really neat. I'll have to try a large reflector with a light some time. looked like it gave off great light

[@reubengoingbelow]

Always a pleasure watching your videos Lewis, thanks for the insight!

[@wearetrackclub]

Love the BTS shots in this one. Thanks for the breakdown, Lewis!

[@meirchaimo6960]

I started laughing when that commercial ran lol, its ridiculous how good you are at the craft!! 🙌🙌

[@jaredlamar]

that was the best ad read I've seen on youtube.

[@schwartzbrothersmedia]

Love your content! Would love to see the full commercial!

[@joemarvelly6181]

Love this channel

[@sumit2658]

Amazing. These are so insightful, especially for someone who’s just starting out (like me). Thanks so much for sharing!

[@ericwu0318]

Love the content! Please do more!

[@jopeteporlante6113]

Im always waiting for that ad time 🙌

[@alexjcorona2605]

These breakdowns are so valuable

[@GrizzlyVN]

Always a ton of great info in these breakdowns. Thank you for continuing to put these out there!

[@JacksonLanaa]

Love the breakdowns! Curious to know with the first shots at 2:00 and 2:07. You keyed him from the left for shot 1 and keyed from right for shot 2, even though it felt like it was shot in the same direction. Was that a stylistic choice or easier to shape with where the sun was? Or simply no need for continuity so whatever worked?

[@lewispotts]

These shots were not connected in the commercials, they're similar, but separate moments

[@maxholt2869]

I always learn so much from your breakdowns thank you

[@crookedsmileprod]

I've missed your videos, man. I've learned so much from them!!!

[@_jonkent]

Everytime one of your video pops up I get excited! Love your work! Keep it up 👍

[@andrebanks2272]

Really dope breakdown of actual set. Also I like your striped shirt :)

[@cheapomedia]

Cool stuff! Love it when filmmakers share these kinds of breakdowns! keep it up! 💪

[@blairgauld]

Some of the best content going around

[@cinemabandits]

Loving your work and these bts you’re producing. Please keep it up

[@LukeMenard]

Truly incredible. You have no idea how helpful these videos are.

[@jakebaine]

Amazing dude, you're quickly becoming one of my favorites to learn from!

[@BunkerMountain]

Damnit! Where as your channel been all my life!!! Such an amazing style and well articulated breakdowns. Now time to try some of these techniques out!

[@jackbynum]

Dude, thank you for the overall transparency and candid video of real on set work. It's gives me some great ideas for my own work!

[@JurWiersema]

Love the contrast 🙌

[@theodberga]

Amazing stuff ! Thanks !!

[@EnisMemic]

Dang that komodo rig is insane, would love to see a breakdown of it !

[@siahwalker901]

Brahhhh how good are these man ! I’m learning so much watching your content plus I love your stuff Lewis. Absolutely crazy man

[@CappuccinoLife]

Lovely shooting mate, 5 mins of intense breakdown. Thank you!

[@NickBrengle]

Really loved the colors and shot selection on this project! Great work!

[@edwardcrockett]

squarespace needs to hire you to shoot some commercials for them. Easily the best squarespace ad on any video out there

[@earnieboy54]

This is beautiful and helped a ton!

[@NPC_averagemale003]

so cinematic

[@oniriscope]

I’m ready for this let’s go! [EDIT] This is what we call in French « concis ». I always enjoy these short forms of breakdowns, super informative and useful. Sending some love from Paris!

[@charlie_wood_filmmaker]

So interesting watching your videos Lewis, I know its going to be a good day when you share a new vid! Cheers

[@richardharmey8316]

Thanks so much man 😊😊

[@randy326]

Just wondering. For the shot at 1:42, since the sunlight went from the left side of camera (according to the shadow of the warehouse), why did you put the diffusion on right side instead of left?

[@juanmontesx]

This is awesome, I'd love to see the end result. Where can I watch the full commercial?

[@SoundItOutFilms]

SO MUCH VALUE. Thank you!

[@AndrewMurphyFilms]

Such simple techniques but turned out so good!

[@carlobortoli]

Really incredible.

[@bensharplesfilm]

Love the ad you shot for Squarespace 😄

[@ihavemetnate]

I always get ready to spam the right arrow for ads, but on a lewis potts video I hesitate, pause and then watch them - best ads EVER.

[@chriscoxdp]

Fan of the channel, got my first running job on set with a dp called James Friend and directed by Mike Valentine. Those dolly's are heavy asf. Really love the content, has helped me learn loads so far and helped me understand professional workflow! You rock!

[@lewispotts]

Good to hear man!

[@kites4121]

Thanks for the behind the scene look. It is incredibly helpful for us newbies

[@spencertorok]

So good man! Love learning from you. Please keep it comin!!

[@KhurumKhan]

excellent info, thanks for that. Could you do a video with a breakdown of your colour grading process.

[@trinimedia19]

Excellent breakdown

[@markkuwainman]

always a great day when you release a new vid

[@WideEyedPictures]

Interesting how it seems you are flipping sides for the key light. For example, 1:54 the key light is on our left, but 2:12 the key is on our right. At 2:48 it makes sense that if they are looking east, the sun would be behind them. But it still looks like, from the shot, the key light would be from the sky in front of them, but at 3:25 you placed the key light behind them.

[@lewispotts]

154 and 212 are not matching shots, they're similar but at different points in the add. And yeah I think the other one could go both ways.

[@darendarendaren]

Even your squarespace spot was dope!

[@alexander.starbuck]

This is spectacular! Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to make these and teach us wannabes, you are appreciated!

[@DoObs]

I dig the low talking angle....inbetween the iMac !!

[@cincinnatijones]

Is this a bit of a Severence reference looking at you through the computer monitor? I love that.

[@lewispotts]

I wasn't thinking of it when I was making it, but I loved that show!

[@cincinnatijones]

@@lewispotts I just realized it's also technique from The Salt of the Earth Salgado documentary. Maybe the show pulled it from there, who knows.

[@YannickReid]

this was so so good, so so valuable. Thank you

[@liebabu7848]

Great vid man thanks

[@tuntrix3233]

Wow this is amazing. Please do a video on how you expose your RED Komodo.

[@edwardcrockett]

also your videos just keep getting better! bravo

[@simonberube1544]

Love your work, amazing as always! One thing I would love to see more of in these breakdowns is a bit more information on in camera settings ie. white balance, ISO, aperture

[@hzubovi1]

Thank You for doing these breakdowns, one can really learn allot.

[@Creativeseven]

Really really love your approach on your projects; learning so much from watching your videos on here. Squarespace ad is so sick btw..we need a breakdown on that just for fun