I tested a new way to light scenes

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[@GawxArt]

I loved the intro so much

[@jamessterlin8507]

yooo

[@jamessterlin8507]

its so similar to your style

[@lewispotts]

thank man, one day ill be at Gawx video tier level!

[@kurvaczenko]

I was thinking about your style while watching this intro lol

[@ishashawty]

@@kurvaczenkosame lol gawx came straight to mind

[@kiribundi]

I think all that's missing in the bounce's design would be to make the edge between colors fuzzier. It would help making the reflections more natural

[@althenimble]

Yes, maybe even some pseudo-random complexity like camouflage. I've often wanted something like that on set when using ultra bounce and feeling the same way about it that Nicholas describes here.

[@katlis]

@@althenimble I don't think you'll notice any random pattern from a camo bounce. Perhaps use a projection gobo setup through a scrim? I haven't tried before.

[@bluffbounce]

Yes! that would be the ideal! It would make them much more expensive to make. Often there will be some sort of thin curtain built in to the set and that diffuses the transistion between the colours.

[@Chandler_Goodrich]

Maybe, but I’ve noticed that the horizon doesn’t softly transition between sky and ground. So really, I think the design they have now is MORE realistic than that.

[@curtthackeray8967]

Also.. I know it would get defused to all holy hell.. but I wonder what would happen if you put some random black rectangles, either to one side.. or in the middle.. like a backlit skyline.. what effect that would have on breaking it up a bit..

[@-Flynn]

Tremendous intro. I love when cinematography/video channels actually weave some kind of narrative style into their reviews or breakdowns in that way. Stuff like that is often just as educational as the full videos because I get to see some techniques to use when you're both in front of and behind the camera at the same time haha.

[@lewispotts]

Thanks!!

[@oliver_howells]

That intro is crazy, respect the effort! Also great breakdown, I actually do like how the bluff bounce adds that subtle change in colour to the room or objects. 👌🏻

[@PhilEdwardsInc]

this is why i always make sure to have a rothko nearby to bounce light into

[@lewispotts]

Haha!

[@Zeis]

This is the most unnecessarily cinematic KZbin video I've ever watched. Love it.

[@janisbrod]

It's always a good day when I see Lewis Potts uploaded a new video. :) Seriously dude, thanks so much for making these videos and putting so much effort into them! This is the only cinematography channel on KZbin that I find genuinely inspiring instead of just giving me gear acquisition syndrome (or giving super basic advice).

[@CinematographyDatabase]

Very cool idea, thanks for the demo.

[@ryanmickey]

I really love the natural skin tone (even if it's just a minor touch). One personal note is the harsh line between the white and blue on the reflections (such as the cabinet) seeming a bit unnatural to me. Maybe V2 can almost have an ombre shift between the two colors. Sweet vid!

[@iYoVisuals]

Yep... This v1 is a great concept. However, I agree if it was ombre in a variety of colors it'd be a hit, and make a ton of sense for a lot of practical productions.

[@robertdouble559]

All of those issues could be solved by bouncing a gradient of several feathered/colored lights off something white. What a WANK product.

[@marktaylorfilms]

Super big fan of how you’re having more and more fun with your videos, while simultaneously keeping the quality 💯

[@MeridianMedia]

Another excellent video from you! It's so cool to see some of the innovation in lighting and modifiers especially when so much time and energy is focused on cameras.

[@tawsifakkas]

brilliant stuff as always Lewis!

[@kalisti2323]

Its always fun to watch your videos!

[@marcusmezzano]

Amazing how clearly it bounces onto the objects but the skin absorbs 95% of it. Like the other comments have said I bet it would be better if the colors had a gradient to them 🔥

[@socialbacon7552]

I love that subtle blue!!! great vid

[@ycal520w9]

Man, Thanks for this! I found these bounces the exact same way. I was curious to see exactly what you showed! the reflections of the bounce was something great I didn't even consider. Glad you reached out and got to check them out.

[@taylorruss]

One of the best cinematography channels I've ever seen, thank you for your work!

[@justindavis8108]

I enjoy your channel a lot, Eli. I’m glad you’re putting time and effort into it. You are insightful and entertaining!

[@evilpigskin]

That is a nice idea!!! Thanks for bringing this up!

[@ForlornCreature]

So happy to see a new video! I've been watching back through your old ones the last couple days, thank you so much

[@lewispotts]

Thanks!

[@LukeNeumann]

This is great, I have always enjoyed using natural bounces in nature. Spots of sunlight hitting foliage or a brown tree bark. This is a very smart product that delivers a much needed tool for controlling lighting while also staying realistic

[@mcgreevs24]

Another classic! Couldn’t stop chuckling at all the bits. Love these videos so much!

[@schuey323]

To quote Andy Bernard aka The Nard Dog; "Dude, you are so money. But you dot even know it. But you do." This is flow state kind of stuff. So visually pleasing. Thanks for dropping the knowledge.

[@gabrielmachadobsb]

Oh, and it's a brazilian company! Super cool, I'm going to message all the rental houses in my area to get these haha 🇧🇷

[@MattAitia]

Definitely want to try these! Great video!

[@RafaelBernatto]

OMG this is actually so clever and simple and genius! 👏🏼👏🏼 Loved this.

[@bradschwartzrock]

Great video! Loved the intro, and the subtle humor.

[@AuraProds]

You put so much work on this!😍

[@ffivepointsix]

I literally just got my rag delivered yesterday! I went with Amazonia cause if the climate I’ll be shooting in the next few months. So excited to have this tool in my “go-to” kit

[@dirtroads3744]

This is a very interesting idea and tool. Great to see people thinking outside of the box.

[@VAdrianPalacios]

Your comedic timing is on point my dude! Idky, but I died when you clapped with the prospective transition and then immediately cut mid explanation. As always, I love your content, and wisdom/knowledge along with the cherry on top with your deadpan humor!

[@BlaineWestropp1]

The king is back! I’ve always wanted to try one of these. The reflections in objects around the room, and when you actually see it a little bit out the window are cool. Sick shades bro.

[@lewispotts]

😎

[@migsflicks]

Frickin love this format, intro got me inspired

[@GTArmstrong]

Really enjoyed the editing and subtle humour in this video!

[@artofduke]

Great video, Lewis, and very funny. Keep it up!

[@JacobMcAllister]

It has its place. It works as a solid out of focus backdrop in windows. I think the harsh blue reflections on objects is completely unrealistic and the white bounce looks so much better. However, in the shot of the MacBook at 4:53, the blue reflection looks really nice. Not a replacement, just another tool. Cool to know it's out there.

[@jonathanbergqvist4897]

Agreed! I wonder how blue the actual sky really gets in a direct comparison with reflections.. It feels like the effect doesn't really reflect what would be natural if it were just the blue sky out there. After filming a lot of objects through the years that must have reflected the blue sky in the background, I cant say that what I see with the blue reflection in this video seems relatable to the real world.

[@nigelianzamora]

Great video! I think I really like the look of the Bluff Bounce - what a great idea.

[@aov_james]

2:26 ooooh I can see the difference! white bounce lets light in much more, bluff gives a cloudy day vibe and looks more contrasty

[@Abelsaldana69]

love your videos!

[@HaloUnion]

Nice dude. I need more Lewis Potts in my life

[@DarraghCox]

Great video. These peaked my interest when I seen them a few weeks back. I really like the reflection colours. In a similar vein for soft box's etc, I was looking at the Brokeh lighting system. Subtle difference to flat white but very pleasing on skin from the looks of it.

[@mryoukai3943]

One of my favorite channels. just thanks) You're cool!

[@TheAaronalden]

Definitely a cool product! Little details!

[@rahulgavel925]

You have the best ways to start your videos ❤

[@mrloofer72]

Perfect for shoots here in sunny Florida! Gonna check them out.

[@AllThingsFilm1]

Very cool product. I could see how it could be used outside a window with/without curtains. And you use the colored fabric to block nearby buildings/houses from being seen through the window. Instead, there is the blue from the Bluffbounce screen giving the impression of a sky when the location is across the street from other houses or in the city. Plus, as mentioned, the colors from the screen bouncing off of objects in the foreground. A great way of adding mood or depth to the shot.

[@stela_camera_girl]

Ooh, this man did such a huge discovery that is a gift for film making. Thanks for making this product!

[@buildingpickleball]

Intro, and reflection on the objects 🫶 cool to see the remote call with the creator as well!

[@epictiki]

The rear view mirror shot is so funny and clever. Good stuff man!

[@innatemusic]

Interesting. Subtle. Adds an ounce of realism. I like it.

[@alacritymedia0000]

Man the frames on that intro got me 😍😍💖📽

[@ashley.caldwelldp]

Holy shiiii… that intro was brilliant!! Another great video from the master

[@raredreamfootage]

I've used a rustic red brick wall as a bounce in June and it gave such an architectural feel to the light and skin tones.

[@WhySteve]

at first it doesn't look like much keying but it's a crazy cool detail when added as a kicker and on surfaces! I love it. Also, I love your clap transition haha!!

[@SketchBenjamin]

this is fantastic. I had so much fun, and that’s a really interesting produce too. Hats off… or on

[@TheOriginalNexo]

Very interesting, gotta love something new !

[@RavikantRai21490]

The hard cut-off between different colours makes this sort of a dealbreaker. The transition from one colour to the next on that fabric should be graceful and diffused rather than a hard dividing line.

[@chrisbolton8054]

Excellent product. I was taking photos of a person with a sunset behind me and loved the look of the colours in the eye's and refractions. Always figured a big bounce with the same pricipals would be cool. It would be nice to see if they could have some sort of fade so it's not just a hard line. Would make it look even more natural.

[@vishmaypradhan403]

Hi Lewis , You got some charm in yourself that reflects. You are a great actor also. Loved watching you.

[@SjoerdWess]

Genius!! That intro tho. Good stuff man!

[@emircanlas]

Keep. Making. Videos. Like. This. Lewis!

[@donnybristol]

hahah that eye squint in the rearview!!! love it!

[@MADicer357]

the medival lute music caught me off guard, so whimsical and lovely

[@paulconway1176]

wow - awesome cinematography

[@Lynneverly]

Your intro is so sick! Crazy filmmaking skills!

[@MylonasFilms]

wow this looks so promising. Cheers Karnt

[@AWAShowme]

It's one of those interesr8ng ideas that I wonder why hasn't it been done before. Thanks for awesome content.

[@Jonathanmccallum1]

Great video and cool to here about smaller scale innovators

[@matheooooo]

Nicholas Bluff is a genius!!!!!

[@stephanefiore4585]

Real good info and product ! Thank you to share 👍

[@isaaccarlton]

No one competes with your transitions 🔥

[@jacobdakshak5919]

Duuuuuude! Your intro got me hooked 💯👌🏾

[@oliverfrankphoto]

What? How crazy was that intro?🔥😮

[@saysomethingproductions]

Good lord the intro is a masterpiece in itself. The lighting is incredible.

[@leoquesto9183]

I do like how the Bluff bounce subtly affects hard surfaces. I will have to try some of his rags. Thanks for sharing.

[@jrsaintfilms]

man i want to see a breakdown of that dark scene close up looking at the phone! that is a great shot!

[@BoyXx76]

yooooo this intro - you're such a film maker

[@Twenty.4.Frames]

That intro was awesome!

[@oddittydotco]

Love this concept, always cool when someone thinks outside of the box 👏! Loved the video intro too 🎥 🍕 🥒 😆!

[@flochfitness]

The GOAT has returned!!!

[@lewispotts]

🐐

[@justadudeontheinternet650]

I'm shook to see you shot on the FX30. I expected the Komodo. Would love to see a video with your thoughts on the camera.

[@stephantuta5534]

I can't believe that you made this awesome opening scene with a Sony fx30? 😯 just crazy !!!

[@SomewhatAbnormal]

I love the idea! Maybe they should offer versions that are dyed so the lines between colors fade into one another? Like an ombré dip dye?

[@EwanLim]

SWEEEET!!!! Back in the day, we used to have to DIY.

[@glenis83]

I like what it's doing to the overall color of the image. Not a huge fan of the reflections on objects, but I could see it being useful in subtle ways.

[@stormcrow3642]

Good stuff! Fun video.

[@danpalooza]

I saw something similar called Brokeh, same concept but with a bit more of random patterns to it. Would be interested in seeing a video looking into that system too, especially their facial series.

[@he.smile_]

Dope intro 🔥

[@joepalmer5339]

Thank god he’s back

[@directorjayalex]

very niche tool! but I like it! shows that the industry is growing

[@elfilmslike]

incredible intro, you are a gem

[@ajsuk0]

Great idea, great video. Do you have any frame recommendations at all please? Would ideally like a modular design which can be made up to different sizes but choice seems pretty crap in the UK. 👀

[@lewispotts]

This one was from matthews

[@julianterry6837]

Funny enough Emmanuel Lubezki had something like this for Tree of Life. That was shot on film as well. It’s a subtle trick and works really well

[@shaneharrison4172]

your style is the best... also the cheap but effective falcoln eyes "flexy light" ha hell yeah

[@watchfuleye2163]

Wow! That’s a wrap) i’m just thinking about 50/50 color bounce. One side one color. To regulate the shade of color - how much or little a particular shade is needed

[@ckhicks]

This is actually a really fun idea…now I’m thinking of all types of uses. 🧐

[@adamnash5486]

subbed for the sly looks to the camera

[@radfield6089]

I feel like putting your source through 4x4 gel frame that has some ctb and straw layed out in the same manner as the bounce would work better, better color, more subtle reflections. for a sun bounce seems cool though.

[@richardchapman6482]

I think this has fantastic potential to make reflection highlights really interesting, but they look a little unnatural at that saturation level. Overall I like the concept but sweet spot to me would be less colour saturation in the fabric. Also smoother gradation and blending between colours would help as many have said.

[@NickNCC]

Pretty cool! I would opt for a 600x and 600D into an ultra instead and offset the color temps to eye.