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[@threefoldtv]

Great tips! Love the airpod hack. Such a great way to keep communication between the director and DP without ruining the authenticity of a scene.

[@patriciawedding4111]

I truly appreciate your definition of B Roll and why it is important to enrich the perspective of the characters in your documentary. Thank you! Thank you!

[@KaiCreative]

This couldn't have come at a better time with work wanting me to create a mini-doc about our CEO! Excellent work 🔥

[@markbone]

Yes!! So glad this helps mate!

[@b.allamedia]

As someone who's starting out in documentary filmmaking, but isn't going to any sort of school, your content has been really helpful. I've felt like there's a lot of mystery around how to establish a relationship with your subject, how to navigate the moving parts of your film, etc... Your videos are answering a lot of questions for me & have honestly been a great substitute for film school. Looking forward to hearing more about this project you're working on.

[@markbone]

I'm here to help! I never found there's been a good road map for documentary filmmaking out there. So glad the channel is helping!

[@TheFinalCutBro]

We don't deserve you Mark. This was so perfect. Thank you so much for sharing your invaluable insights.

[@markbone]

Thank you FCP BRO!!

[@theampedlife]

In my short "creator" experience to date (2 years) I often doubt whether Ive deluded myself into thinking I can make documentaries, which really sucks and demotivates me. After using a canon 80D for years I've invested in a new C200, some lenses, some lighting, sound and some other non essential but useful gear. Whenever I watch one of your videos I feel motivated and I get back to being in the moment, simply enjoying what photography gives me, and the joy of making and editing a short video. Im now filming a short documentary on a migrant worker in Africa - a great success story with a lot of difficulties on this journey. Thanks for the inspiration, its exactly what a 55 year old guy needs who took a risk to invest in a sideline job!

[@markbone]

Many great filmmakers only put their first films out in their later years. I think you're in a great position having more life experience and perspective than younger filmmakers who were raised on Tik Tok and pizza pockets

[@theampedlife]

@@markbone Thanks for the alternative perspective and encouragement Mark. I’ll take your message to my fellow South African creators.

[@unmannedav]

Would love to see a video of how you script/storyboard out a documentary

[@markbone]

I LOVE BEING ALIVE WHEN CAMERAS ARE SO ACCESSIBLE! WE ALL GET TO BE STORY TELLERS! Imagine being alive 300 years ago? No cameras?! Just Gutenberg and his press... there's lots to hate about our obsession with media/social media but lots to be grateful for also!

[@AimaOj.]

You are one of the gems I found in 2020. So precious! 💜

[@markbone]

😭😭😭

[@Audiotechnical]

Mark, every time I watch one of your uploads, I think it can't get any better or more appropriate for what I'm looking for right now. But then it does!! Ok, I only discovered you about 10 days ago, but wow, this was an incredible find for me, and what perfect timing in my life with the direction I'd love to go. Telling stories of others through film making. But yea, I'm 100% nervous about putting my all into my first big personal project. (but you're getting me to that point! So thanks!)

[@DonebyLeo]

Thanks for this video and the awesome advice! To exist in the present while filming really does wonders for your story.

[@LowellProductions]

love the ipod in one ear and the audio feed in the other. multi-tasking at its finest. Cheers, good stuff dude.

[@richarddzisiewski7197]

Totally agree. The more you understand the project you're shooting, the story you're trying to portray and the people involved the easier it will be. Unfortunately in the past, I've seen sent a brief, got my head around what's to be done and then an AP rocks up on the day with something totally different and I'm working to the back foot. Getting into a flow for me anyway is so important as I've found that most shoots have a rhythm to them...

[@Javier_Hernandez]

You spoke about establishing shots, textures and the moments you wanna capture of the character. A great part 2 of this video would be about a compact list or “to go” lenses you use to capture this. Instead of carrying 6 or more lenses with you. What would be a good set of lenses you can use for multiple use. To be able to get the shots you need without constantly having to switch and miss those actual moments you’re trying to capture. Great video by the way.

[@AnthonyFerrell]

As someone that’s just getting into videography, this helps soooo much!

[@markbone]

🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@aw.pixotica8121]

Documentaries are a step ahead.. Its all about connecting more with real people. Loved every bit of the video. :)

[@adamreid5762]

Great tips Mark. Would love a colour grading tutorial of your process! Big fan of your work! Thanks

[@OnassisRabanes]

Excited that you're planning on reopening your documentary course!

[@AryamanPathania]

I love what you've been making, Mark. This is really valuable and insightful stuff.

[@ElusiveFrame]

I bet it's something you understand after feeling something is missing from your footage. Thanks for sharing your experience 🙌

[@smitholu1419]

R love how u teach bro This is one channel I can't do away with Keep on the good work Much love from Sierra Leone

[@edwardleefilms]

This was so helpful. Thanks Mark!

[@onikaimu]

Thank you so much for sharing all your knowledge and experience. Every time I watch one of your videos I always get something new. Stay safe and warm.

[@markbone]

🙏🏻

[@EstherTK]

Loved how you broke this down Mark. Cant wait for the next run of the documentary school. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@markbone]

I went for broke... to break this down... bad joke. I'll see myself out

[@maxim.horoshilov]

Your channel such a great finding, Mark! Thank you for sharing this valuable experience! Love it!

[@markbone]

Welcome aboard!!

[@fscanlan11]

That was some great film making tips. I appreciate them a lot. What is also cool... is you show us your footage. It is inspiring for sure. Keep up the great job!

[@markmurphy5486]

Great tips, thanks soo much Mark!

[@ReepaMedia]

i just received my first wireless video transmitter and its from hollyland, just grabbed the 300 to transmit to phones and tablets but works awesome and gives pro features

[@markbone]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

thanks for the effort and the sharing. your vids are always helpful, informative and inspiring. now, i can understand how you being in toronto might think that 2021 feels like more of the same ole same ole. but for us south of you in the usa, yesterday was the start of a WHOLE NEW DAY! i am an appreciative subscriber. stay well. thumbs up.

[@markbone]

USA has been a rollercoaster in 2020 and 2021 for that matter!!

[@patrickparado]

Can’t wait til the course reopens!!

[@gabrielwheelerllc]

This was so great! Thanks for the help. I am about to start a new documentary in about a week, so this will make a big difference. My last documentary suffered because I didn't immerse myself enough in the scene. The focus was just on getting the interview done.

[@philemotion8876]

Well explained Mark ! 😉 Thanks ! 🎥

[@b.allamedia]

Hearing about the relationship between director & DP was super insightful

[@markbone]

It's also good to be friends :)

[@dennivisuals]

This was a great video Mark. Thinking of shooting a short doc within Q1 of this year. your tips have really been helping

[@markbone]

Go crush it man!! You totally should

[@dennivisuals]

@@markbone Thanks man!

[@ratedtechtoe2788]

Awesome tutorial! Thank you!

[@drmatthewhorkey]

This is SOOOOO Helpful

[@phototommyfive]

Great stuff, as always, Mark. One of the topics that almost no one talks about that I would like to hear more about is how to cut footage. Do you have an overall philosophy about how to cut footage? Such as relying on the rhythm of music to make your cuts, or the dialog beats of characters to make cuts. How do you do it, and can you offer tips on this topic?

[@DruMUSIC06]

Thanks for the tips man!

[@bake.agency]

Great fundamentals / refresher.. 👏

[@flipwsad93]

Super useful! Thanks a lot man

[@SvenVee]

Great tips yet again man, thanks for sharing. Definitely will pay more attention to world building and textures! Got a mini doc shoot coming up in Switzerland in a couple days, wish me luck! :D

[@markbone]

Go crush it bro!!

[@marcvillproductions660]

bro, you're awesome! you helped me a lot. greetings from Philippines :)

[@piusgyagenda]

Film Texture this has disturbed me alot to understand in the past but now I know how it should be done thanks Mark B #Ugandan

[@topicruben]

Great tips, as always Mark. Thank you very much indeed!

[@markbone]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks mate :)

[@MFILMSCanada]

Love collaborating with you mark!

[@DawahDigital]

Liked, so I can find it later and watch it again. You know it makes sense!!!

[@mizbuganon]

Very nice man. Thanks a lot! ✌

[@bricecarette8509]

Great video, as per usual. Very informative and grounded to real life work. Thank you, Mark !

[@markbone]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 thank you!!

[@coachjohnlucas7451]

Another great video. Thanks Mark! Keep it up and stay safe in 2021!

[@TommyCallaway]

Those little pavotubes are super useful.

[@63MacGuy]

Love your video and your work. I’m a wedding filmmaker and I still get a ton of ideas from your commercial work. I would love to see something about weddings If you’ve ever filmed weddings? If not it’s all good 👍

[@markbone]

lol, watch my video about transformers! it's all about my wedding career, it's my 3rd last video

[@emiliesheng]

Hi Mike, thank you for sharing this video. I just wonder how do you go about the sound on this family conversation scene without adding extra sound person? Did you lav the main character as well? Thank you.

[@Cookies205]

@2:25 1) Immerse Yourself In The Scene @5:58 2) Prep Your Character @8:23 3) Film textures

[@HGQjazz]

You get a great look from SONY...looks most like Panasonic than anyone, I think. Great stuff Mark!

[@drvppyvisuals1469]

do a video on the best lenses for documentaries

[@DANandSALLY]

so true about 2021!

[@ducquang2167]

Hey Mark! I just wanted to ask you what do you think about "Greenshooting"? I feel like people don't really pay attention to the environment when they purchase gear or shot films.

[@dhiyaabel170]

Welcome back 👋...

[@haddonhousefilms]

Great video. One question. Do you keep your mic on the camera for the whole interview?

[@marcusdaviee]

cool stuff Mark loved it

[@markbone]

Thanks mate

[@babateeempire4332]

Legend legend legend 👏👏

[@bastienartigas]

The intro music is dope !

[@markbone]

Epidemic sound!!

[@bastienartigas]

@@markbone thanks I have already an account there ! Continue the great work !

[@AxelFoley-sb5re]

Mark, One of the main things I really struggle with is the quality of the image. Do I have to color grade to get a good quality image?

[@robynhay6729]

Hi mark, do you find shooting light is easier or do you thinking having more equipment available is easier?

[@rogerstgermail]

The equipment featured prior to 5:33 is far beyond my budget. So it is of little value to me. However, the insight shared in your "tips" is priceless. I will be applying these suggestions on the project that I am currently working on with the equipment that I already own. I am a subscriber and am grateful for your channel.

[@killianbayer]

Okay. Question: So you say let life happen in front of the camera. So how much do you film? And how do you get through hours of footage for each scene in the edit?

[@speedsweets67]

It is not depressing, but reality. And, we have to deal with it. Love the shows!

[@markbone]

It's true, it's where we are, can't ignore it but we don't have to let it suffocate our joy!

[@Fodaydontplay]

I want to start a production company and after getting a llc... I'm lost.. I don't know what to do next

[@EatenByClowns]

I was wondering if there was a good starter camera that you would recommend for someone just getting into videography. Maybe a video based on levels of budget? $1000 or less, $1,000-$3,000, etc, etc.? The FX9 sounds amazing but it's out of my price range for now.

[@markbone]

Please watch my last video (purple background)

[@ezbgz]

Do you ever use an Easyrig for your doc shoots? I saw Matti recommends them, and Jerry Henry did as well in a Potato Jet interview. I had never heard of them until I saw these videos, but apparently they're really helpful for saving your back on long shoots. But they also seem cumbersome and perhaps intrusive. Would love to know your take!

[@markbone]

I use them all the time. but I don't love them for everything, they can get in the way.

[@ienpassi]

Mark I can listen to you for hours. And not be bored. Your videos are interesting and full of good knowledge. Thank you for sharing. The beginning of the video is a bit awkward 🤭🤣🥰

[@markbone]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 you’re in luck because I can talk for hours!!

[@ienpassi]

@@markbone looking forward for that

[@toddhuggard6882]

I do not see a link for the Nanlite in your video? It looks amazing!!! Would love to get that link?

[@markbone]

I just posted their shop. I found it tough to actually find the exact Pavotube on Amazon

[@Newtorin]

Hey! I really enjoy your content! Just bought your LUT package. And I am wondering what's the difference between Canon C-Log and Canon C-Log2? As I understand your LUTs supposed to work with C-Log2, will it work with just Canon C-Log. I am shooting with Canon R6. Thank you!

[@vivid-efx]

I apologize for the noob question but can you expand on the airpod's for the Director and DP to communicate as well as other methods used.

[@markbone]

It was all we had. So we just did a FaceTime audio call

[@vivid-efx]

@@markbone Got it....I'm a bit slow (more like 120fps) and don't get out much. I hate it when I get a reply and I end up having one of those "Now I feel like an idiot" moments :)

[@shyamal.himalaya]

Hey Mark! What microphone you'd recommend to a solo documentary filmmaker?

[@pinlslum4324]

next video talk about best camera cinematic

[@threatnique]

Awesome !! When is the doc class starting ? And what is the music used in this video ? Thanks

[@markbone]

The doc course is launching beginning of March! Stay tuned. And the music is from Epidemic Sound (I believe) or might be Music Bed. I forget because i shot this so long ago

[@threatnique]

@@markbone ok awesome ! Is the course online ? As I’m from Australia ?!

[@robertbycapri]

very interesting going to sit & watch !

[@joshdiditt]

Congratulations 🎈🎈👏👏. How do you get picked to shoot a documentary for a company?

[@markbone]

You work really hard on putting out documentaries that no one pays for and go to lots of meetings for 10 years for someone to finally say "we will pay you to make a documentary"

[@emmanuelOfilms]

@Markbone you said your documentary course will reopen in a few months. Do you have an idea when?

[@markbone]

Aiming for early March!

[@emmanuelOfilms]

@@markbone ok great

[@TheAngryGooch]

Hey MARK! Just got my Fx6 and was just curious what XLR mic you prefer for your Fx9? Right now my sights are on the Sennheiser MKE 600 but was just curious as to what you use for your shotgun audio on your cam? Thanks, man and keep up the stellar content!

[@markbone]

I use a Schoeps mic... so I’m not sure brother what the best sennheiser is

[@TheAngryGooch]

@@markbone Hot damn thats an awesome and expensive mic! Appreciate you responding to me bud!

[@isaacburke2370]

So good

[@Flmdbyvegan]

Great vid

[@derrekord]

"NOTHING WILL CHANGE." THANKS MARK!! Friggin' depressing guy

[@derrekord]

Being able to swap out because you're both immersed is SO HANDY. Very cool.

[@bethelbates]

Are you using a stabilizer Mark? How are you keeping your camera steady?

[@markbone]

My arms. And the ninja walk

[@nicorush3568]

watched

[@ahmedkamal7095]

thank you

[@markbone]

You're welcome

[@jakefine3136]

🔥🚀

[@BarefootMediaTV]

awesome stuff! do you have any videos on how to make money with documentaries? would love to learn how to get jobs like this.

[@markbone]

I do in my course! We'll be releasing that in March

[@BarefootMediaTV]

@@markbone thanks, ill keep a look out!

[@michaelcyrusjr4452]

Well he’s worked with Nike so I’m guessing this secret Doc is for Apple 🤔

[@petrub27]

i am . i am going to film school

[@arshkamalsingh1486]

2:42 lol

[@markbone]

Glad someone caught that 😂

[@mark4096]

Just wondering, are you an extrovert or introvert. I would find it so difficult to talk as much and as smoothly as you do on camera. Makes it hard for me to make any kind of KZbin tutorials.

[@markbone]

Extroverted

[@momatu2153]

I remember when you didn't use auto focus. Let's go back to that for your vlogs. The weird focus parallax is killer man, making my drunk ass spin lol

[@chrisklugh]

Your auto focus + focus breathing looks...

[@CarlosAlvaradoPhotography]

$$$

[@CarloLlacar]

this is great. I value these nuanced filmmaking tips over the gear reviews hands down.

[@markbone]

YEASSS SKILL OVER GEAR, ANY DAY

[@Benjamin-om3ih]

Imma guess it's Netflix. Either way, I look forward to seeing the film

[@markbone]

Who knows?!

[@AntonWongVideo]

"Global broadcaster" is not a term I hear used to describe Netflix. I'm going to guess BBC World

[@Benjamin-om3ih]

@@AntonWongVideo we'll soon find out I guess but what your saying does make sense yeah

[@phucmapvlog]

Solid stuff

[@billybengi]

Mark bone, my new favorite 2021 KZbinr. 🔥🔥🔥📽🎬

[@markbone]

Bam! Yes!!!! lets get to 100k :)