How I Film Myself (REALISTIC) - Tips for Beginners, The Reality of Filming Myself, It's Embarassing!

[@megantanart]

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[@jesusivanguerrazaldivar8303]

Go ahead girl, you are talented, I wil be waiting for your film fiction or documentary, good luck !!

[@janscott602]

People who do stuff are better off than people who dream of doing stuff.

[@megantanart]

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[@imjustherefortheks]

I have learned something along the way in my life and I try to pass it on to anyone I have a chance to... "O feito imperfeito é melhor que o perfeito não feito." Which can loosely be translated to "It is better to do something imperfectly than not do something perfectly." I guess that is what you meant...

[@rodrigoquato]

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[@imjustherefortheks]

@@rodrigoquato yes... I'm from Brazil and I guess you are too...

[@rodrigoquato]

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[@utewi]

The lighting, the details, everything is just beautiful. You have a gift of giving small insignificant things a cinematic, artistic value , like you can make a piece of bread look so interesting and captivating . You + your lenses= unstoppable force of creativity. Keep going and improving girl

[@megantanart]

Thank you sp so much 🥹🥹🥹🥹!!!

[@hi_sayri]

This is definitely encouraging me to just film on my own (and film myself) so I can take those shots that I've been wanting to get. But I think my greatest challenge is learning how to move and pose naturally. I've been trying to take portraits of myself (for practice) and almost all of them come out pretty awkward. I can imagine that taking a video would be even more so. LOL!

[@megantanart]

hahahaah i think tbh takng a photo would be more awkward then video bcuz it's mostly still but when taking a video i always try to follow this advice I once heard from a director 'give your actors something to do so it'll be more natural and less staged' so that's what I always try to do. I give myself something to do so that it seems more lifelike

[@otter-pro]

I don't think I have the courage to spin like that in the middle of busy street, but it is encouraging to know that it is possible and that someday I'll be able to do it.

[@megantanart]

Hahha you can do it just tune them out ! I got anxiety from doing this but after the first 3 takes I got used to it 😂

[@elisapenn]

i think the embarassment of filming myself in public is what gets me the most🙈 my brain likes to go like "omg people are judging u and no one even sees ur stuff so what r u doing this for???" and i really like it when i manage to get over it (it happens very rarely but eventually we'll get better lol) and do these things for myself, getting good shots and creating something (even if it's nothing special or even if no one sees them) really makes me proud and at the end of the day i think that's what matters the most, not what stranger might have thought about me in that moment :D

[@megantanart]

I totally get you !! I was just filming alone yesterday and suddenly I felt this sense of I don’t care hahaha like it took me such a long time to get used to it but yesterday for the first time in a looong time I felt like I had nothing to worry about and that I could film freely

[@Rocketryman]

You video yourself. You do not film. :-) Film, filming, and filmmaking are the most misused and MIMICKED words in the industry. Even though the words, movie, and film, went hand in hand. There was a time when you couldn't have one without the other. This is no longer the case. Thank you for your time, film. Digital video and film require different skill sets. Having DIFFERENT HISTORICAL and TECHNOLOGICAL timelines spanning 150 years. Have PRIDE and appreciation of the gear we use, including the words that describe what we do. Plenty of AMAZING video engineers worked hard to develop the technology that eventually superseded film. Our tools are Digital Video, Non-linear, and CGI. We are moviemakers, not filmmakers. We do what filmmaking wished it could, and movie-making still does. Not only that, but we are creative types such as Videographers, Directors, and Cinematographers. Using the word film lacks originality, and creativity, and expresses a limited understanding of what got us here, including the tools (technology) we use. Also, since the individuals teaching this craft in the 21st century have as little knowledge as the students, so much is getting lost in translation. If a school calls itself a "film" school or defines you are filming. Find another school. If you learn to appreciate the tools of the craft. The art will follow. :-) We video or are videoing, we do not film. Don't like it? Apply some of that creative originality instead of mimicking. We learn from, but differentiate from, the RARE professionals who know how to use film stock (like, KODAK COLOR NEGATIVE 35millimeter 500T or Kodak VISION 70millimeter 2383) and film cameras, like the ARRIFLEX 435 or the Panavision R-200 and let's not forget Steenbeck flatbed film editors. If you know the difference and have a better understanding of the craft. You will stand out in an industry polluted with point-and-shoot "pros". Respect to you. This is film. kzbin.infobXZOaDa2ZGQ?si=FqX_xMa-PuWHWkIn And this... kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIrYfJuDodl-rtUsi=xa9j_K8q_jZd0Y1l kzbin.info/www/bejne/q32yYaN-Z52BbLssi=NUEe8VNfsJOf8xHG

[@elisapenn]

@@Rocketryman ngl english is not even my first language, plus i didnt even know all the things you said so thanks for the lesson ig :)

[@SamFournier]

Thank you for this reminder. I still get self conscious about filming in front of people after 3 years but those shots are always worth it. I really need to remind myself of this. Love your filmmaking!😊

[@megantanart]

Thanks so much !! And yes I still have to remind my self and sometimes I do shy away and then regret it later on 😂😂😂

[@irismuddyhehe]

i love this and your philosophy behind why to just do it anyway, i completely agree and love that vibe of being driven by your motivation for the art, over the fear and self consciousness!

[@megantanart]

Thank you so so much !!!

[@FilmMakerFilipHartwich]

Also, don't get too static with your shots! Get creative with your shots, like • a POV of inside a bush • behind you moving POV • on top of a closet You can create Infinite new angles even if you film yourself alone. Have fun experimenting :)

[@megantanart]

thanks for this hahah

[@cakeinthebath]

Agreed! And the embarrassment only ever lasts a moment. Usually people will look for a few seconds and then you're done. But you have your shot forever!

[@megantanart]

Exactly !!! Hahaha

[@doctorSamira]

Your ability to find good, organic light sources is so cool. I love how you film yourself.

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much ☺️☺️

[@_amariee]

So many gems here. The filming in public is my trouble area at the moment but your absolutely right that they will forget about in once the moment has passed. I need to keep reminding myself 😊

[@megantanart]

So true!

[@m.y.o.b6319]

It may be awkward sometimes when you’re alone talking to just your camera, younger generations ok, but older generations don’t understand might think you’re crazy😂😅 but it’s really common nowadays, once get used to it, shd be👌🏼, most importantly is ignore others😜🤣

[@megantanart]

HAHHAHA its okay! just do you man

[@Everythingliz]

True. Nobody actually cares because nobody will remember me filming in public.

[@megantanart]

Hahaha yes exactly that’s what I think too

[@eunice_oftheday]

Thank you Megan for the video and for your advices! 💛💛💛 Filming myself can be really embarrassing sometimes, when I really want to do a shot outside I can wait for minutes and hours to make sure anybody is there so that I can film myself. There are some shots I really would like to do in a crowd but my embarrassment just blocks me 😭. And during years I hated taking selfie because I felt insecure about my face on the photo I was only seeing the flaws, everything was a problem so I couldn’t appreciate how great the photo is. But since I discovered your channel, I challenge myself more , I try to go further, to dare more things and the results are so satisfying sometimes that I forget how embarrassing I was to film the video and it’s really supporting for the next! ✨✨✨ Congrats for 140k btw you deserve it so much !

[@megantanart]

Oh my god… I’m so glad I could be a part of changing your mindset ! GO YOU!!!! ❤️❤️❤️ THANK YOUUU

[@AgileAvenger]

Hi Megan, I’m trying to start out myself and watching your video inspires me because you have courage. Keep on doing what you’re doing because you are awesome. In life, you always have people who mock you for your dreams and ambitions they will turn to dust and blow awayin the wind. You are a creator and you will leave an indelible mark on life. The world is richer because of you. Thank you!

[@megantanart]

AHHHHH THANK YOU SO SO MUCH 🥹🥹😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@malkiapress]

This was very much needed. I just started my KZbin channel and trying to film shots outside the house sounds so daunting, but the reminder that there is no better time to film doing something then when you are doing it helps so much!

[@megantanart]

So glad this vidoe could be of assistance hahah ❤️❤️🥹🥹🥹 good luck!!

[@yurifilmsthings]

Thank you for this Megan! I’m a beginner and I feel so embarrassed and shy filming out in public and watching this video was so educational and comforting :)

[@megantanart]

You got this!!And thank you so much !!!

[@MKVideoSinzig]

That's really important: Other people may watch you doing silly things (in their eyes), but they don't know you and very soon they will have forgotten you and what you did. Out of sight, out of mind .... Carry on, Megan ❤

[@megantanart]

yeah exactly!! thankssss

[@christinecheahenjou0103]

This is so good! Great shots don't necessarily need a lot of fancy camera movements! LOVE ITTTT

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much!! Totally agree

[@Rayna-dh9cy]

I'm not embarrassed to film in public, I'm scared of someone swiping my phone 😂

[@megantanart]

HAHHAA same I always try to get someone to try to watch out

[@estherlysandraam3500]

omgg megannn, thankyouu so much for sharing this. i'm a fashion designer, and i need to learn skills like this. and i doubted myself, afraid for making my own videos. but now, i'm in the middle of practising, thanks to you. God bless!!

[@megantanart]

That’s so cool!!! So glad this could help ya a little on your journey!’

[@videonemo1699]

OMG, you are brutally honest and you don't shun away from talking about the embarassing things.. I liked your entire presentation. Sub incoming!

[@megantanart]

Awww thank you so so much! i thinjk honesty comes off good !

[@sampoito]

Her (2013) inspired? woah, I see what you did there

[@megantanart]

HAHHAHAA yeah

[@randyycasas7395]

beautiful and very creative, I really like the color grading and composition. great cinematography. thank you for sharing

[@megantanart]

Thank you very much!🥹❤️

[@emitakaesu]

"Ooooh but the embarrassment" - YES, I WANT TO OVERCOME IT SO BADLY! 🙈 It's just like you said, nobody cares :) I think I'm slowwwwly getting better at it since I started filming myself alone. I slowly started to change environments and to film when I'm around my friends and family to capture moments, which has been helping me too :) I rarely see people filming themselves, but every time I see it, I think: "that's so cool!" ✨ I like to think that, at some point, I'll be able to encourage people with the same "embarrassing dreams" by filming myself in public and sharing some thoughts and experiences on the internet, just like you encouraged me with your video. 💕

[@megantanart]

you can do it trust me! it just takes some getting used to for sure

[@sparkalightnow]

love this so much. incredibly wholesome

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much !!!

[@Yolocheese]

Wow this really inspired me Megan, Idk if you’ve noticed, but I’ve been a fan of your channel for a very long time, mainly because I’m an aspiring cinematographer myself. However, due to life and other things…. I found myself in a creative slump where I just…. Didn’t want to create anything. It’s been almost 3 months since I truly used my camera, but this video really took me back to why I started filming in the first place. God bless, and thank you ❤

[@megantanart]

Hi ! Yes i do know that u have been supporting me for a long time now ! and i thank you for that, I'm not sure if it's showing but I'm currently also in a creative rut. But u did the right thing with giving yourself time and space ! keep fighting

[@evelinstein4060]

You are pure inspiration💛thank you for your courage and for sharing your beautiful art😊

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@nancy-dharmadee4703]

What I do to avoid feeling embarrassed in public... I put a small sign on pavement stating fim making in progress. ... It's amazing how people make room for yea and it totally stoped my public embarrassed feelings. I also wear a highlighted jacked with the same print on it... Trust me it works for overcoming those public embarrassedferlings

[@megantanart]

Omg HHAHAH that’s so daring I could never but that’s a good idea for sure

[@wiro]

This video is a blessing. Yes! Nobody cares! 👍🏻🥹🙏🏻🤣

[@megantanart]

Hahahaha thank u!!!

[@Jovydigitals]

Inspiration at its peak . Thank you for creating this art

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much 😀

[@BobaTeaStudios]

I love this! Definitely great, true advice, and editing tips I've been looking for! I can't wait to start my own youtube channel!

[@megantanart]

You got this!

[@Neeintje]

This is such a good video MEGAN!!! I’m trying to stop caring when filming alone 😅 it’s a journey for sure❤

[@megantanart]

Thanks Neens 🥹🥹🥹 watched your recent vlog as well I loved it

[@Neeintje]

@@megantanart omg thanks so much hehe

[@dirtcopdualsport]

This is some really excellent filming advice adn I love the trails you were hiking on .

[@megantanart]

AHHH THANK U yeah I was in Luxembourg and it was so so beautiful

[@AbbieMerker]

This is great! Gorgeous shots

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much!!! 😊😊

[@Therealmattchong]

This was so helpful. Thank you Megan!

[@megantanart]

I'm so glad!

[@HOLYNICOLLI]

Thanks for the much needed reminder 😭🤣🙏🏾 And also for the inspo websites!!!

[@megantanart]

Of course!!❤️❤️❤️🙏

[@hizenburg7]

You're right that spinning shot is so worth it!

[@allisonsayhello]

love the genuine sharing! Really like your style and ways of storytelling! Great work!

[@megantanart]

Thanks so much!😭

[@anjeleneh]

This is so beautiful and informative at the same time! It encouraged me even more to test out what I can do filming alone. Thank you!!

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much! Can’t wait to see what you create :)

[@DavionWest]

I’m always embarrassed at the beginning but once I get in the flow, I overcome filming myself in public. Sometimes locals even give me advice about the place when they see me filming

[@megantanart]

That’s so cool !!! Keep going ❤️❤️❤️

[@ItIsTheVeni]

And you never know what your video's gonna do for someone. Someone will want to film, someone will want to go out on the street. And someone like me, sitting in the walls of his house for a year, clogged with problems and psychological traumas, and does not understand what to do next in life. And suddenly he finds a video that “everyone can shoot such beauty”. And everyone can do it so beautifully. Not depending on anyone. Not on anyone's opinion, not on anyone else's desire. But for themselves. Thank you.

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much for the kind words and honest comment ❤️ it’s easy to get caught up in other thoughts and everyday lives but you can do it stay strong ✨

[@S4KuR4Ch4N]

I absolutely love the way you're filming yourself it's just soooo appealing to me!!! It makes me want to launch my own channel, thank you for being an inspiration!!! Keep going :D

[@megantanart]

Awww thank u so much !! Glad it could push u

[@corporaterobotslave400]

Thanks for keeping it real, this was actually encouraging. I have to start making music videos for my upcoming album and I absolutely HATE being in front of the camera, and I'm a filmmaker. I love making practical special effects, but being onscreen ~ ugh!! No thanks. But I HAVE to do it now. Biting the bullet.

[@megantanart]

HAHHA u can do it !!! J try to remember these words when I’m afraid or reluctant to do something, when it’s scary to jump, that’s when you jump !

[@justinamac]

amazing thank you so much! im starting to experiment with cinematic shots because all ive ever done is headshots, POV or wide shots. this helps sooo much.

[@megantanart]

No worries ! So glad it could help fr

[@simplevlogs2358]

This video will help me to understand the camera angels, But still i feel ashamed in front of public 😢 i wish i can do better ❤❤ I'm trying to film cinematic but it takes so much time, ❤

[@megantanart]

awwww i know exactly how it feels! but dont worry keep going

[@babykaroots]

You deserve to be more famous. I truly enjoy watching your stuff. Happy Holidays🎄 and thank you! 🥂

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@julia-kk5pp]

I really like the aesthetic of your videos!

[@megantanart]

TQ!!!

[@plumbgray]

Lovely video content and your clear explanations and ideas ☀️ Thank You ☺️

[@megantanart]

Thank you for commenting !

[@jilkalmes]

i just love how i saw the shot at 3:04 and instantly thought "wait aren't these the stairs at MUDAM?!?!" and after i checked the location in the description i was like "yes i'm definitely right" :D (i am from luxembourg and MUDAM is an art museum in luxembourg city) :) also, thank you for capturing my home country in such beautiful images and huge thanks for all the tips and the inspiration!

[@megantanart]

Ahhhh thank you so so much !!! Luxembourg was such a nice place and I really loved the museum mudam ! Was super aesthetic and u loved the cafe as well

[@reignajoyce]

2 minutes in and already blessings and more blessings. New subscriber! Thank you 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@megantanart]

Thanks for subbing!☺️☺️☺️❤️❤️

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I recently decided to start film making and you at one of the first people i followed! You truly have a gift in film making and content creating , such a beautiful personality:) Can’t wait to see more of your videos! ❤

[@megantanart]

Omg thank you so so much ! I hope you’re journey is going well

[@amandahernandez5395]

@@megantanartThank you!❤

[@joshmjames]

So good. Some great tips and the video was beautifully shot. Thank you

[@megantanart]

thank you so so so much!!

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I came here from ur insta nd I really loved ur channel. Wish u more success 🙏

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much 🥺🥺🥺❤️❤️❤️

[@ThamiSgalbiero]

You are art! The best video that can possibly be suggested for me, KZbin. Thank you! Hahaha! I needed to watch this because I recently moved to another country and another city, I'm feeling alone here and I want to start recording some vlogs but I want beautiful vlogs that are good to see, like this video.

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much ! I wish u all the best ❤️

[@charisl33]

Thanks for this. I have been filming myself outdoors a lot lately and I really dont care what others think about me or how they look at me. At the end of the day getting a good shot for my content is far more valuable than regretting it later :)

[@megantanart]

Hahaha awesome !!! Love the mindset

[@merlionkingdom]

You have no idea how this is important to me especially filing even in the embarrassment 😅 tysm ❤

[@megantanart]

I'm so glad! U can do it !

[@exriyan]

I like the video, the vibes are very good, I like the visual color

[@megantanart]

Thank you 🙌😭😭💕💕

[@WillNewcomb]

Thank you for teaching this old (74) beginner! Blessings

[@megantanart]

Hahaha so cute ! Glad you found my channel !!

[@minkatyun8531]

i'm glad that i saw this video

[@megantanart]

Aww thank u

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you just got yourself a subscriber, love your video

[@megantanart]

Thank you so so much 😩😩😩☺️🥺

[@tika7328]

thank you! this was a super helpful video 🥰

[@megantanart]

I'm so glad!

[@QuestOfAlex]

Love the video. Love how you explain every detail. I learned a lot. Keep up 😉

[@megantanart]

Thank you! Will do!

[@selfsonnet]

Wow very inspirational Thank you! I am just starting my channel and really want to make my vlog to be more personal and close to my audience.

[@megantanart]

Thank you !!! I’m sure you’ll be able to do it I believe in you

[@jaze_ph]

Thank you! You are inspiring.

[@megantanart]

Wow, thank you!

[@vivianhudacek1556]

Helpful! Thanks!

[@megantanart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@CreativeRyan]

A vibe 🔥

[@megantanart]

THANK UUU

[@BenjaminDupont-q9l]

very usefule info! thank you so much for sharing them. loving the vibes of your videos!

[@megantanart]

Thanks so much! No worrris so glad it could help !

[@Debnath9303]

I love watching your videos ❤️

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much!!

[@ritikathakur7371]

This was really helpful. Thanks a lot Megan.

[@megantanart]

You're so welcome! Glad it was helpful !

[@neial4102]

perfect 👏🏻

[@megantanart]

Thank u☺️☺️☺️

[@Raaaaann87662]

You're amazing ❤

[@megantanart]

You are!

[@Markandmelissatravels]

Thank u so much for the tips and sites for inspiration. Needed this video so much. Cheers!

[@megantanart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Pixel13LP]

The video is so calming

[@megantanart]

Thank you ❤️❤️☺️☺️

[@EthanSmith]

All I want is to see what mounts you used and where you put them. Those were a lot of good angles, interesting variety

[@megantanart]

HAAHA I literally only use that one small tripod I swear

[@EthanSmith]

@@megantanart I'm impressed! Weren't you terrified of it falling over on the bus and your camera dying? 😱

[@thewizofaz]

Thank you for creating this video! I'm just getting started on my youtube journey and this was really helpful and inspiring 🙂

[@megantanart]

You got this! Thanks so much for commenting ❤️❤️❤️

[@Blanch04]

So goooood!!

[@megantanart]

THANK UUUU

[@pratiksha5748]

I need to learn videography from you. Honestly the way world going on with white aesthetic I have found a retro gem. I really love your color grading please teach me so that I can apply it on my vintage style vlogs

[@megantanart]

Ahhhhh thank you !!! There’s a tutorial on my Channel ❤️❤️

[@vianneycortes3367]

thank you so much for these tips!

[@megantanart]

Any time!

[@TanmaiGhogale-ze5iw]

This is my first time to see your video on KZbin & I love it ❤❤

[@megantanart]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@Gaurav.P0]

Beautiful video 😊

[@megantanart]

Thank you very much!

[@junefam46]

thank you. you inspired me a lot

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much 😫😫

[@mikefarrell617]

She’s cool. This colour grade is great

[@megantanart]

Thank you !!! ❤️❤️☺️

[@jejegaskar4182]

i love ur content beb Megaaaaa

[@megantanart]

AHHH THANK UUU

[@b-rajshekar]

Thank you for the tips, you are awesome 💯

[@megantanart]

Thank you ❤️

[@nguyenkhan1305]

love the color grading ❤

[@megantanart]

THANKU!!!

[@jediahvangolo5907]

So loving your work! I started giving time in cinematography and this video really helped!

[@megantanart]

So great to hear omg !! Thank u so Much ❤️❤️😫

[@melirioscr]

I’m kind new making videos and I’m way older than a lot of KZbinrs, so yes I do get embarrassed specially living in NYC, but at the same time I’m older and I don’t care. I don’t know if this feeling goes away with time or you just get used to it. By the way thanks for all the tips I have started doing more cinematic videos and although it’s way more work I am loving it

[@megantanart]

I’m so glad to hear you’re doing More with your camera ! And who cares if you’re older !! youre doing what you want and what u love so that’s respect right there ! And I feel like NYC is the place u least have to worry about people judging u cuz they’ve seen it all 😂😂😂

[@aproductofsanity]

You’re a blessing. Your grading is impeccable ❤

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much!

[@shakirsas]

Please can you do a tutorial for beginners in davinci about timeline editing ,colour grading transitions please 😊

[@megantanart]

I did. one on color grading

[@shakirsas]

@@megantanart thank you I’ll check that 😀

[@saipuneet357.m9]

I am just getting started now and this was super helpful! Thank you so much!!😬 Love the aesthetic of each and every video you post😬😬!

[@megantanart]

Yay! Thank you!!! So glad u liked it and it could be helpful to you

[@ArchiesLens]

I love this video! Amazing tips ✨

[@megantanart]

Thank you!!

[@ArchiesLens]

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[@IAmMattg]

This video is perfect for my trip can’t wait to try all the things you talked about!

[@megantanart]

HHAAHA thanks matttt can't believe ur going to tokyo and I'm not!! JEALOUSSS

[@KarenMarieBeyond]

I just knew at some point you were going to explain how you got the bike riding shots. But anywho...thanks for a great video and tips.

[@megantanart]

ahahaha i literally hung my camera on my neck and pressed record no joke!

[@artisteash22]

There is a clamness in your video . I really admire it

[@megantanart]

thank u so so mcuh !!!

[@jocji3532]

I am really love your content

[@megantanart]

Thank you so so much

[@madelinelaam]

sth about your videos are so relaxing

[@megantanart]

Thank you ❤️😫😫

[@SuryaVisual]

im glad to find this channel so inspiring, hopefully my sony a5k can make video like this :(

[@megantanart]

I’m sure it can !! With the right lighting and color !

[@dannirenn]

everything is so curated yet candid!! thank you so much for sharing your craft with us! 🥹

[@megantanart]

Thanks so much 😊🥺🥺🥺🥺