Make your VIDEOS look like MOVIES - 5 tips for CINEMATIC VIDEO (on a budget)

[@ModernRemade]

I don't think I've ever clicked on a video notification so quickly ha. These videos are next level - you are in a league of your own here on KZbin. Thanks for all you do!

[@jacques_crafford]

Haha that makes me happy to hear, thanks for your kind words and support mate!

[@cj_forfun]

This shit is like hollywood !!! Gaaa damn 😮‍💨 Thank you for the tips ❤

[@PNWMOTION]

Dude I love this guy, not once have I ever been compelled to spend money but watching this channel to achieve this level of work. He uses consumer level gear and makes movie quality results while half the other guys are dropping 20k and their content is no where near this amazing!

[@jacques_crafford]

Wow thanks dude, that really means a lot to me! Super grateful to have your support!

[@catinmyhat]

While the excellent techniques mentioned here don't require expensive or extra gear from what you already have, I do argue your "consumer level" and $20k comment. The FX3 itself is a baby cinema camera and marketed at professionals so is decidedly not a consumer level camera. Add up the prices of the gear listed in the description, along with the MusicBed subscription then the total is over $24k. If you also add in the lighting and other gear and software used for this video then it's easily double that. The point should be made that expensive gear doesn't make you a better cinematographer, but it does make doing quality cinematography easier. If this video was done with a sub $2k setup, or with a sub $1k phone then your comments would hold true--but as he notes this is mostly existing client footage and effort wasn't made to shoot dedicated footage for this tutorial.

[@PNWMOTION]

@@catinmyhat I can agree to that for sure I just like that the videos he make aren’t centered around the gear and more of the creative aspects of it which in my opinion is breath of fresh air and for people just starting out they can watch it and not feel bad because they are using cheaper equipment. I’m not saying the fx3 is cheap it’s just a lot more obtainable then say a red or something else

[@Newt211]

I wanted to thank you for this comment as well. I just literally told someone 2 mins ago that I want a new lens, I need a new SSD, I need.... I need... I need... and I finally just told him. You know what, I am going to just focus on content and quality with what I have, and do the best I can. I don't have 6-8k to drop on things. So seeing this comment was very synchronistic for me. I will stick with in camera cards and won't worry about bringing my ninja V plus with SSD.

[@michael007ish]

Proof that it's not the equipment but the artist. Stunning work.

[@kthking]

This mahn definitely South African. Nice too see a fellow South African doing well on KZbin.

[@Dawider]

mother of god, how good this video is... I've watched tons of lighting videos this year and this is one of the best I'v ever seen

[@fernandobastardo978]

this guy it's not bullshit, real advice from real experience and result, you earn a fan today.

[@vicsdelugaphoenix]

This Saturday am shooting my 5th music video as a videographer and I really needed this, this is incredible

[@Digbyandthelullaby]

This guy is making the best videos on KZbin about this topic. Hands down

[@jacques_crafford]

Thanks bro, very much appreciate you!

[@AewonWolf]

Amazing work and advice, just subscribed, it’s always great finding high quality local talent on YT. Thank you and Keep up the great work

[@MtZionMediaPro]

THIS IS EVERYTHING! The way you simplified the "cinematic" term into contrast is perfect-- and it's applicable across all parts of the film making process. Great video 💥👏🏾

[@NicoleFerre]

Stunning lighting and texture! Love it!

[@pammomunoz]

Great tips!!!! I love that you added sound as a way of making images more cinematic but your shots are almost always moving which also makes them amazing, and that often requires a stabilizer.

[@jmg9509]

"the idea is to craft your edit so that you can take the viewer on a journey...like a rollercoaster" This guy gets it...held my attention and learned so much!

[@leanderjackiegrogan]

Thank you. I subscribed instantly. Such helpful content. I'm 80% finished with a feature film. But seeing this, I'm going back in. Thanks!

[@sunilgoswami007]

Amazing video with very usable ideas. Thank you for sharing.

[@saviourudo1062]

I’ve had no regret ever since I discovered your channel. Thank you for you keep inspiring me.

[@KeithHeard]

I'm a hobbyist photographer, and I've had a few people ask if I could do video. The tips on lighting and color contrast and simple ways to achieve them give me ideas on how I can do more than just aim at them and move around. Thank you!

[@Ladymusicc]

This is why I love KZbin. Such rich, high quality content such as this... for free.

[@chipcurry]

The sounds do such heavy, lifting. Really enjoyed the sounds around the dashboard of the vehicle, the wave sounds. I just about every sound. They were like treasures.

[@activepinas]

To be honest, this is my first time here and I'm hypnotized by your simple story telling yet very compelling . Learned a lot in less than 10 minutes than watching other gurus out there.

[@stanleymakafui]

Jacques Jacques Jacques Jacques... Each time I watch your videos, I start to beam with so much passion to create. Not only do you have incredible visuals. You have this ability to immerse people in your videos. I want to be able to create like you ❤❤

[@AlexLefevreArt]

Following you for a while, and I still consider this channel as one of the best out there. Always useful, and very humble. Well done mate, I recommended you to my students.

[@JustJacoBee]

Repping South Africa 💪🏼 honestly one of the best KZbin channels. There's no gate keeping, your videos are so informative and actually inspire me to get my camera out and try new things

[@IRSYADOITWELL]

Glad you comment on blink 182 video, because i found the treasure here

[@anesti_mrko]

just amazing tips! Thank you very much!

[@xn0n_999]

Just found your channel, immediately I thought you sounded like the guy from Distrikt 9, fkn prawns! 🦐 haha love the video man.

[@noahgottesla3439]

one thing I learnt from Crafford is frame rate contrast, this is definitely the feature that differate the great film makers out ! and the final goal is too make the scene as dynamic and personal as It should be

[@jacques_crafford]

Yay, glad to hear that! It made a huge difference for me when I started being intentional about frame rates

[@emmanuelnkwocha1275]

I think contrast when it comes to cinematography and creating images that are appealing is more than just creating pockets of light to dark! That's a great step but I think also understanding your contrast ratios in correlation to the scene you wanna shoot will help accentuate your areas of contrast! Also room tone is very important

[@0_iAlmighty_0]

Any links that would explain these?

[@emmanuelnkwocha1275]

​@0_iAlmighty_0 I think if you search ROOM TONE IN FILM and contrast ratios you should be able to find some decent ones

[@LouwLemmer]

An absolutely incredible, visually stunning and insanely informative video. Such a privilege to have been part of some of these videos!🙏🏼

[@jacques_crafford]

The privilege is all mine, thanks bra!!!

[@De3Sea]

bright dark color sound music frame rate

[@Pause_the_film]

This video is just perfect. I learned so much and i will be applying all this principles on my videos. I can even spot the contrast on your background whith the diferently coloured lights

[@DFD1]

Contrast! In everything, but the contrast slider 😉 You will get it and appreciate it a lot, after you watch this brilliant video.

[@michelcolaci8348]

Why am I only finding you channel now 🧐😆 honestly - wow!!!! So much awesome learning and above all - it’s more about the craft and skill, less about gear 🎉 🙏🙏🙏

[@Andy-ho7wx]

Thanks for all that inspiring and unusual knowledge that you shahre with us Jacques! Its very much appreciated!

[@KAIZORIANEMPIRE]

i love the higher level concenptual frame for making a good video over all, the simple yet effective concept of contrast works great. I have already applied this concept on my work and i have seen great improvement already.

[@redfoxcreatives]

This is like how to win friends and influence people but for video. He’s so good and applying these tops will help so much. I always felt like there was something missing when I would edit videos with slow mo and fast clips and I’m happy I know how to do it properly now

[@olivierw9447]

Just discovering the channel, and totally impressed already by your work and expertise! Thanks for sharing

[@DavidJReidOFFICIAL]

I love your South African accent- you all speak with Authority-Love it --- Love the vid man! keep it up

[@well.culture]

Love seeing fellow South Africans thrive 🔥🔥🔥 this video is incredible!

[@uberassault6021]

Wow, great video. I’m new to cinematography and this was very helpful. You’re right about contrast, once you see it you can’t unsee it. I see it all the time now.

[@reilinjoey]

The Maestro is back!! Have been patiently waiting for this one and it didn't disappoint!!! Stunning stuff mate ❤

[@jacques_crafford]

Bro, I'm honoured to have you comment on my videos, such a fan of your work!

[@MacxConvergeProductions]

oh my god, bro u are the greatest film maker i hav ever seen, what ending u do broo my god. i cant get amazed more than that

[@MichaelChapmanNatchez]

Thank you Jacques. This was brilliant, and extremely helpful.

[@RobsSZA]

Jacques, your knowledge is stunning and very insteresting, please dont stop making these videos, youre saving me and teaching me a lot. thank you mate.

[@bluenightsky]

I know this video is not about this, but I'm wondering which picture profile you film in? How do you do color grading? Is it by hand? I ask because you said don't use LUTs.

[@MacxConvergeProductions]

ur shots are dynamic overall everything . i m happy to see ur videos over n over

[@royeenmuhammadi5321]

People pay to learn this stuff and yet this guy decided to drop this banger of a video for absolutely free

[@theloungestudios]

bro this is exactly what i was looking for!!! thank you

[@echo3lima]

This is literally gold 🏆🏆🏆🏆 Thank you!🙏🏽

[@jacques_crafford]

So happy to hear that, thanks for your comment!

[@noozytechz]

Can you make a advanced video for the brightening+ contrast color grading tutorial?

[@AlmazovS]

Thanks for the tips... and that's why all series/movies (mostly) nowadays look... the same? Netflix-ish? Diversity in that regard would be benifitial as well. For example Paul Thomas Anderson movies. Or different colour grading, or light patterns should work as well. But btw it's great tips about lighting

[@cosmashono7665]

Jacques never disappoints. Amazing tips and well put together.

[@jacques_crafford]

Thanks brother, grateful for your support!

[@MoTecZA]

Hey Jacques excellent work,up their with the best if not better ,met you at the Port Elizabeth Sony Event,looking forward to the next upload.

[@FilmSpook]

Instant subscribe, from me, hehe. Fantastic work! Thanks for the tips and suggestions. Best Wishes, everyone. 👍🏾

[@realjackeal]

This video was so good! Contrast of light, colors, sound, speed and timing of clips. Going to see about applying these tips to my future tech videos!

[@naadodi_tamilan]

I would buy anything he sells. Such good information you wont find anywhere

[@HuFilms]

Super video Jaques! 👏

[@AtriDeepak]

This is probably the best video that I have seen on how to think about creating a cinematic style. Well done, Jacques.

[@jacques_crafford]

Thanks Atri, that means a LOT to me!

[@gradedfilmsuk]

This was a really brilliantly made video. So much insight and lots of valuable tips we should all be taking on board!

[@lefthandright01]

Thank you for saying, "Make and feel like what you've seen on the big screen." Cinema is big. Its a theatre dedicated to projecting film in huge sizes. Sometimes size matters..in cinema, this applies.

[@KristophTy]

Excellent tips brother. Awesome Video... Thank You!

[@Juliana.moraes]

YOUR TAKES ARE SOOOO CINEMATIC OMG OMG OMG

[@zijunryanmeng3921]

Very novo perspective for me, I will be incorporating this into my own creative works. Thanks Jacuques. :)

[@mennamahmoud5710]

This is the most informative video I’ve seen yet, and trust me I’ve seen ALOT. It’s so good to the point I’m pulling out my notebook right now and writing down all of the points mentioned. This is too good👌🏻🙏🏻

[@matthewgavin]

Thanks for the info, great examples, and clear to the point.

[@hbhavsi]

That was an incredible tutorial. Thanks so much!

[@bme_visuals]

Great video man 🤝🏾

[@stevenvprasad5029]

Thank you very much brother..your videos are always so helpful. Thanks alot.♥♥♥

[@brunotatcher738]

Amazing! obrigado por compartilhar seu conhecimento!

[@xnu17]

this is the best vid I found so far. thank you. I immediately subscribed

[@jetskyjezo8673]

Amazing content as always Jacques!!!!

[@All-Good]

No drama, No time waste , only Gem 💎 , Love bro ❤

[@machinekan]

every video is LOADED with useful information

[@deklansorproductions]

This is a HUMONGOUS help of tricks. Thanks a ton, mate. Subscribed and liked +1, 10/10

[@rojoratatatata4002]

Thanks for posting quality content!

[@tyronamigable]

That video was truly exceptional, packed with valuable knowledge. Absolutely looking forward to the next one!!!🔥

[@jacques_crafford]

Thank you my friend, it means a lot coming from you! You're very talented yourself!

[@tyronamigable]

Thank you, my friend! I feel honored!🙏🏽@@jacques_crafford

[@cheswyneyman5480]

Love these videos. Short and full of information. It's to the point. Fun to learn.

[@martamanera7475]

Super important video to understand how to make your videos work! Thank you ❤

[@BenJ-l5s]

Excellent Video. Jacques have you ever shot a tv show, and where can I find your showreel?

[@depixture]

Thank you so much, yet another lesson of less is more!

[@Francisfphoto_]

The goat being the goat…. You’re just too good!

[@jacques_crafford]

You are too kind! Thanks Francis!

[@imediatv]

Really helpful and inspiring

[@vrapitfire]

Man, I love your work, and your tutorials are heaven sent. Because you're not just a youtube content creator, your work speaks for itself. I'm currently deciding between an A7rV or an a7iv. I want a hybrid video/photography camera. But my main focus will be video. I just also want to take amazing photos while being able to get a cinematic look. I've been itching to figure out what camera to get and upgrade my a6400 system.

[@canturgan]

My number one tip. Backlighting.

[@mattycwright6700]

Amazing video as always! Best video tips on KZbin

[@maxim.horoshilov]

Great tips, Jacques! Big thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@jacques_crafford]

BRO! Thanks, I'm always happy to hear from you!

[@ombesurf]

Huge fan of your content. Thank you for sharing.

[@jacques_crafford]

Yay thank you for supporting my channel!

[@Marry-it7uc]

Awesome! What Is the light source that was used outside through the window that looks like natural light inside?

[@elliottstoltz]

Must bee one of the best videos on the subject here on yt! Thanks dude! Appreciate you! 🤘🏼

[@jacques_crafford]

Thanks Elliott, really happy to hear that! I took a long break and wanted to come back with something decent. Grateful for your support!

[@SandraLaura]

Such great and unique tips. Thanks!

[@SHILPNIRMIT]

Thanks a lot for this great video. Short but very informative 👌👍

[@merijn_yestra]

Pffjiieuw I loved that Mick Fanning wrap ;-)! Haha yessss and the rest of the video too! Seriously super interesting and will watch out for the contrasts in everything I watch from now on for sure. Thanks again for a great one mate!

[@jacques_crafford]

YEEEEW if you know, you know! FAAAANNING! Lekker bru, thanks for the wonderful support! Hope to see you again soon :)

[@the180degreerule3]

painters are my mentors, I study landscape, cityscape, stills life, and portrait painters and use false color/ el zones, grayscale, and shapes and movement and composition and I realized that the space comes before the subject, You can light a subject and position that subject in the frame using the best composition possible but the space the subject is in can make or break the whole thing if it's not regarded as a high priority, I also hate using too many lights, I prefer 3 maximum if I have to use more than something is wrong.

[@jacques_crafford]

Very true! Lately I've been spending more energy on location scouting!!!

[@the180degreerule3]

location + set designer + costume + talented actor/actress, rent the lights and lenses and hire a team can produce what would look like a very expensive and high end commercial using a used 10 years old camera...it took me years to realize that lol@@jacques_crafford

[@carlosq00]

terrific explanation! I'm glad I found your channel. Instant sub, thanks for sharing.

[@rijeshpramod1673]

It's wonderful. Really loved it. Thank you bro.. from India

[@danienelphoto]

Kwaai video, Jacques. Dropping facts. Very inspirational.

[@ShyamMadhavanSarada]

Absolutely valuable. Thank you!

[@joe_baxa]

Great video. Thank you very much for the value 👍🏼🙂

[@jacques_crafford]

Thanks Joe, so happy to hear that!

[@macumbeiro_xx]

Great video, also the aspect ratio helps a lot to make a video look more cinematic.

[@EliMandarin]

Om…You are amazing! ❤