How to Create an Epic Product Video - Tutorial and Walkthrough

[@joshthomasmedia9187]

Biting down on that slider with a towel in your mouth while outside your house in an alleyway, while your girlfriend handles all the PA stuff, and then your mic goes out is what filmmaking is all about!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@AustenPaul]

Josh Thomas Media haha I do anything for the shot. Plus when you don’t have the money for a robotic arm pants slider tm* is the next best thing!

[@brucewilliamsstudio4932]

@@AustenPaul Gotta patent that baby! Pant slider Mk II

[@KrishnenduKes]

@@brucewilliamsstudio4932 Correct!

[@AdrianAye]

1:27 the candor. It's why i come back to these. 'We're all just learning.' Good stuff.

[@tekkythai]

i love how the partners of youtubers always seem like reluctant participants. Great tutorial

[@AustenPaul]

Tekky Thai haha she wasn’t super stoked!!

[@Jawnin]

@@AustenPaul LOL she did great though... you both did, this was amazing to watch. I don't even know why I'm watching

[@stzlys]

Not even a cinematographer myself and I'm still enjoy watching this! Great stuff.

[@AustenPaul]

Stanza1113 heck yeah thanks man much appreciated!!

[@hungbodenciao1785]

You and Daniel schiffer are the only KZbinrs that I’ve found so far compared to peter McKinnon and all that actually shares the secret and not repeating same info again and again and pretending to actually gave the viewer something valuable. The things you guys shared are more than valuable and amazing, it literally made to start my very own business do do commercial video shoots just by learning from you guys. Thank you and I hope you get much more back in life and to greater heights.

[@AustenPaul]

Hi Hung, I am so happy to hear that. Congrats on establishing you business!

[@DoFurther]

I can describe how much I'm thankful to Daniel Schiffer. This is pure gold. Subscribed )

[@brucewilliamsstudio4932]

Dito!

[@nameohnezahlen]

@@brucewilliamsstudio4932 why Schiffer?

[@brucewilliamsstudio4932]

@@nameohnezahlen Check out his channel.... ;-)

[@themoakman]

I really like Schiffer because he shoots handheld and doesn't use a lot of expensive equipment outside of lighting and it feels more realistic for me as a beginner but I do appreciate guys this this guy who can show you when you get to that point what can be done.

[@livingforhim]

Thanks so much for taking the time to share and put this together, you obviously put a lot of work into the actual production and then all the extra to give us this tutorial, so much appreciated

[@Jay75ny]

Pure example of you tubers, putting big production industry to shame and out of work. I’m subscribing

[@jackjonsen]

Austen, you make it look so easy! Your shots are so crisp and clean. I'm struggling with many of my shots. I shoot for hours only to return to my editing desk to learn that half of my shots are out of focus, or I notice something in post that I didn't see during the shoot. Great work and thank you for all the great videos.

[@AustenPaul]

It takes a lot of time patience and practice. I mess up all the time and this is just a highlight reel. Just remeber to stick at it and learn from your mistakes!

[@ytv2024]

Austin Paul is a savage. I’m currently taking your course, it’s worth more than a college degree! Thank you

[@zzak4719]

11:07 jeez this dude is way too creative! using his **** as a support and the towel to bite the other end 🙌🏻 subscribed!!

[@m77ast]

Don’t understand what the towel is doing.

[@DookeyLukey]

I was like "How the heck did he get that last shot?" Even more elegant than I imagined.

[@AustenPaul]

Dookey Lukey do whatever it takes for the shot haha

[@Jawnin]

I didn't even know prob lenses were a thing

[@rachelsmithvideography135]

I have been looking at tutorials for how to light someone for an interview and I wish they would have done what you did here- you zoom out to show where all the lights are and how they are affecting the subject. This is awesome!

[@AustenPaul]

RachelSmithVideography I can work on one of those for you!

[@MrJeaux]

he crushes it. Rachel i would also check out Parker Walbeck's "cinematic lighting techniques" and interview tuts

[@rrvirus]

thank Daniel i found you man. you just pure inspiration. gonna keep watching.

[@AustenPaul]

So glad you enjoyed the video!

[@aa-vr8li]

how this chanel has not millions of subscribers?the content is insane

[@modelsport2858]

Thumbs up. Subscribed. Earned! I've been producing how-to videos for 30 years and have developed an interest in product photography. In researching, this video is the best I've seen. Period (and there are a 'lot' of these out there). I especially like how it wasn't slick and polished, which I know you could have done. Instead it was short, to the point, pure no-bullshit, how to and why. Did well (talent, too).

[@NickAndersonCreative]

You deserve a million subscribers. Your content is amazing. Thank you for the video!

[@CHIMBOPDOTCOM]

Finally some real product video tutorials!!!

[@AustenPaul]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@bmcclan100]

The cut plastic bottle with probe lens setup here is a rad idea. Nice work man, solid little promo

[@mgr5550]

Kudos for being down to earth and showing humility in the disclaimer.

[@ethanhenrickson6156]

Can you please make more? These were so good!

[@AustenPaul]

Ethan Henrickson thanks man and I will be!

[@PV_SMedia]

Finally a video that explains the probe lens shot. Nice!!!!

[@raulavendano9271]

Thank you for the effort to show us all the insights. Super generous of you to share. Keep them coming

[@AustenPaul]

Raul Avendano thank you and will do!

[@programmingchicago]

That was a great production shoot. Man, impressive. Thanks to Kendall for her assistance!

[@JWS1968]

Excellent. I love it when people show stuff like this. Thanks.

[@AustenPaul]

John Stockton no problem happy to help teach what I’ve learned!

[@JWS1968]

@@AustenPaul Could you show how you light a wide shot. But could you include detail like the size of the room and also the space you have to operate in. What distance the camera is from the subject. These are all detail everyone always leave out. Many people who try and replicate these tutorials are not working in big open plan apartments. Are there tricks and tips for working in smaller spaces?

[@4n6design]

Whiskey pouring into the glass is epic!

[@AustenPaul]

Thank you!

[@jeffstasney82]

Great instruction. I've been a commercial still shooter for many years, but never done any video and want to learn. This is super helpful. Thank you!!

[@oadementev]

Your channel and your tutorials are unbelievable. Thank you so much for what you're doing.

[@AustenPaul]

So happy to hear glad you like them!

[@NinaMryga]

i love that trick with plastic bottle! Amazing video. Thanks for the tutorial!

[@TaurellFussell]

I'm in the fulltime filmmaker group with you. We spoke Skittle and you sent me this video. Thanks bro I really like this

[@scottmichaelmedia]

#NotificationSquad haha. I hope your channel keeps growing man, you know I always love the creativity and bts!! Great value.

[@AustenPaul]

Scott Michael Media thanks bro always appreciate your support!

[@blackbird8837]

In your kitchen. That's a lot doper than in a fancy studio. 100%

[@MyFriendlyPup]

Only 1.27k subs? Damn man. You are talented. This channel should explode.

[@Souafilms]

So glad you made this guy. Your work always impresses me

[@Matt.Gillard]

I freaking loved this style of tutorial! It's raw and adapts to the scene as needed. it's not perfect but thats what makes it BETTER! We need more real life tutorials like this one!

[@agudal8503]

Awesome BTS and video. I like how you explain your thought process also. Thanks!

[@AustenPaul]

Agustin Dalponte no problem what so ever happy to help teach what I know!

[@lidwinarespati2000]

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[@MeekPhotos]

The probe lens shot was epic!!!

[@diycreationsvet4878]

Thanks for the ideas man. Im planning on adding a commercial on my video. Thanks

[@bmkq2007]

Dude thats a great creative work. Loved it

[@thebrownbarista]

that last shot was epic!!

[@RickValasek]

Great step-by-step tutorial. Glad you left all the "goofs" in the explanation - nice to know that we all seem to have traveled down the same path.

[@AustenPaul]

Rick Valasek every video I do I’m always making mistakes that’s all part of the process enjoy the ups and downs!

[@trant.l.h.7235]

It is amazing, dedications and creative all the good stuff, love it!

[@AustenPaul]

Huan Tran thank you so much glad you enjoyed it!

[@trevormasterson1023]

Awesome Work man! I really have been loving these videos you have been putting out!

[@Northkentmedia]

Wow. Thank you for the great tutorial on how you made the video. Really appreciate your content.

[@YungW0lf]

last minute of the video really paid off. well done mate!

[@AustenPaul]

Joseph Fletcher thank you wasn’t sure how it would turnout half it worked haha

[@HeyThisIsAndrew]

You are awesome! I loved your video because it felt so real. I really appreciate the attention to detail and I will most definitely be checking out your videos from here on. This is the first video I've ever watched of yours and while I do not have the gear or the space to do something like this. I will most definitely be returning to it in the future. Thank you so much and best of luck with your channel!

[@AustenPaul]

Andrew Baxter wow thank you Andrew, love the attitude keep pushing towards your dreams. I only started filmmaking 3 years ago you got this!

[@sunlightpictures8367]

The footage looks fantastic! Thanks for the tutorial.

[@JackonGzc]

A snoot is what you need for that spot light for your key. Really cheap on amazon for a Bowen’s mount snoot for the 300d. Very quality stuff, learned a lot!

[@AustenPaul]

Jackon Gong thanks man I’ll look into that!!

[@JackonGzc]

Austen Paul I use the Godox’s system and I bought two of them they come in really handy!

[@AustenPaul]

Jackon Gong I’ve been looking into the godox lights because they are so much cheaper and still produce the same amount of light as the 120d is it the same front attachment?

[@berndschmidt2525]

Thank you for sharing your video tipps! By the way, because you use a normal pane you got a double reflection of the bottle. May be that this is intentional, because it looks like slight blurring in the video. If you want to achieve a sharp reflection, you can do so with a frosted glass panel on one side. Put the frosted side down. Or with a shiny black acrylic plate. Or with a high-gloss black tile. A tile has the advantage over an acrylic that it is not easily scratched, has no static electricity and is easier to clean. Keep up the good work! I really like your tutorials!

[@Данилтрещалов-э4ц]

I’m from Russia. Accidentally saw your blog. Cool video)

[@dronemaneuvers]

I've learned again today. Thanks. Keep making this kind of tutorial.

[@Gablarkin]

Wow really creative with the last shot love it !

[@mkvic1]

Disclaimeeeer! Briliant... Love the videos and info you give out man! Keep em coming :D

[@slmee9444]

THE LOWA SHOT THO 🔥

[@m77ast]

Dont worry about that brother. Your work is next level.

[@girifilmmaking6240]

WOW WOW WOW... what did I just see. Nice one mate. I will try this

[@antennadreamer5965]

This was awesome! thank you for making this and sharing the knowledge. Very cool!

[@djstormzy]

This is incredible! Thanks for putting the time and effort in these behind the scene walk-through shots.

[@AustenPaul]

Edward Yang of course thanks for watching!!

[@oreoyang1118]

FYI. lack of B-rolls EXAMPLE: @ 4:16 and I quote: that's what creates this reflextion here....... you might wanna throw a B-roll clip in there to show us what's really happenning on that piece of glass. Otherwise we can only figure this out in your final product video. And, your tips and tricks helped.

[@greater6654]

Very nice video. I'm a novice but look forward to growing. Thanks for sharing!

[@agudal8503]

I had to comment again, that ending was brilliant!!!

[@AustenPaul]

Agustin Dalponte haha I wasn’t sure it was going to work out glad it did!

[@TommyNordpole]

Wow the last shot through the bottle was sick! Girlfriend sidekicks are always big help for us :D Well done!

[@nkechi216]

Omg you’re so awesome I love it 😍. The creativity is 👌🏾👏🏾

[@wencycunanan5851]

That last shot stunned me man! From that trashy raw shot to the edited one is amazing 😅 I just hope you gave a better explanation for the magic there. And so there's acrylic ice thing now huh, thank you for introducing it to us 😊

[@AustenPaul]

wency cunanan yeah raw usually turns out pretty rough but I also didn’t set my white balance I always just leave it at 5600 because I can change it in post with raw

[@Jimboyrulez]

that last shot with the probe lens --- a million dollars..... thats the money shot .....

[@AustenPaul]

Thank you!

[@fabandell]

so sick man

[@AustenPaul]

Thank you!!

[@argindavoudi4606]

that was amazing 👌specially the last part🤯

[@francescomidknight8621]

hey man, great video, thanks for sharing all these cool techniques!

[@AustenPaul]

of course happy to share what I have learned!

[@flyjofly5393]

Wow you got a big like, man this is a very very nice video, I have a question, when you do push in or push out with the slider how do you keep on Focus the product? Do you use manual focus or automatic? thankyou

[@mr.c_visuals]

Dude it’s a masterclass

[@AustenPaul]

Mr. C Visuals haha thanks man!!

[@Filipinagirlnextdoor]

Dang ! how to create an epic product is the video I am looking for :) this is really good.

[@RafaelAntonioRiveraRodriguez]

Ers increíble, que viseo tan espectacular, gracias a ustedes estoy motivado a emprender en el mundo del video, mil gracias por compartir tus conocimientos, saludos desde Colombia.

[@dcphotoart1]

I would love to see a part two showing post editing. Great work, dc

[@newtonoluoch5074]

Maan.. I like the commitment.. more so on the last shot going into the bottle. I'm an editor but now I feel inspired to start shooting... lol

[@cultgamut]

I’ve never experimented with product video, I’m not a professional but I’m super inspired to try to make something like this!

[@pencula]

no need disclaimer, this is much better than indy mogul product shot tutorial.

[@YS.Atelier]

thanks, g, your tutorial is very helpful. I thought the laowa lens wouldn't fit into whiskey bottle. now I know the trick !

[@Brad_West]

Great video man! So many great tips. Loved what you did with the probe lens and the bottle to make it look like you're going into the whiskey bottle. great work! 😄🙌🏼

[@AustenPaul]

Thank you so much!!

[@studiojamescao]

Very practical tutorial, thanks for sharing all these techniques !

[@AustenPaul]

Of course happy that it is helpful!!

[@mumo]

I enjoyed watching this video. I have been looking to do some product shoots. This was very well explained.

[@AustenPaul]

Mumo well hopefully it helps with some of your ideas!!

[@lorenzimedia]

You make an awsome job! This is one off the vids what i am looking for.

[@TANZANIAFILMMAKINGTV]

Thanks Daniel glad to find you I just started to do product photography and video got lots tips in here which I didn't about thanks again for this tips video

[@maurizioarias2745]

Genial video! Tienes un gran fan desde ahora, saludos desde Perú

[@ToiaINK]

00:19 THAT GOT MY SUBSCRIBE, ANDDDD, AAAAAAAAAND my attention for all the 12 minuts. AMAZING insights brow!! THANKS

[@AustenPaul]

Heck yeah, thank you for watching!

[@RichandKirsten]

Amazing tutorial, found your channel from the popcorn product video... working on some product videos ourselves now during lockdown!

[@AustenPaul]

Thats awesome to hear keep it up!

[@DreamStateLiving]

sweet vid, came out awesome! Another option instead of the Aperture light behind the bottle is cut out a reflective so the light bounces back.

[@pho977]

Nice work! keep pushing bro! great energy you have.

[@funpartyhatsack]

very very grateful for all of these videos!! Thank you for sharing! And you keep it light and fun which is awesome.

[@NigelAquascaping]

Superb video well done

[@vehementsnow]

super helpful man.. I hope you will create more

[@arisukat9233]

Good training boss👌😁 Thank you

[@AustenPaul]

Aris Visuals of course!

[@SomnathNagawade]

Too good! One suggestion-if you can add before and after each light effects the frame will be great! Thanks for making this!

[@AustenPaul]

EditQuik Productions yes of course I just made a few more tutorials and will be releasing them soon unfortunately I won’t have that addition in this round but the tutorials after I will do that!

[@AtticusColdfield]

OMG I high AF but I gotta tell ya - you are the next Tarantino! That tut is just SOOOO FUUUUCKING EEPIIIIC! YYYeeeeeeeee!

[@AtticusColdfield]

Saved it even

[@AtticusColdfield]

Specially the narration choise on the probe shot

[@AustenPaul]

Haha Ill take it thanks for the compliment!

[@AtticusColdfield]

@@AustenPaul It def is. Love your work bru!

[@PhiliphGeneral]

This is so awesome!! I feel so inspired! Thank you!!

[@Mosttechy]

Great video man!

[@kushagratripathi5219]

That laowa lens shot... 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@lawrenceokeke]

Thanks for this amazing video, pls what kind of glass do use on the ground

[@chitranshuchandel4412]

Hi Austen! Really love your work, especially the Ad shoots that you do. Here in India, we are trying to teach the school students skills like Film making, Photography, Graphic designing etc as there are not many places to learn all this systematically. We would like to have you on board if you're passionate about teaching these skills so that Millions of students here can learn them

[@andraeelite4638]

I stumbled on this video and I'm glad I did. Fantastic content, new sub!