My FAVOURITE Lighting Technique

[@personallycatholic]

I still appreciate all these videos… even the 4 year old ones. Thanks, Mark!

[@tonibetzner263]

Love this, and you explained it so well. I am binge watching all of your videos. And YES, please get as nitty gritty as you can. Thank you for great content.

[@cbenfey]

Such an essential tip and so well articulated and executed!

[@markbone]

Thanks brother!!

[@mrcaseylandry6887]

This video has opened my mind about back lighting.

[@markbone]

Casey Landry stoked to help!!

[@FollowTheJohn]

Always great content. Thanks, Mark

[@EricJenkinsDiscGolf]

Love your stuff, you've helped me so much with lighting and cinematography.

[@therightkyle]

Mark, this is an incredible tip! So much on KZbin trends towards well lit, evenly exposed scenes. A lot of people making videos seem to suggest that you want to avoid backlighting at all costs in order to expose the subject properly, but you've articulated a really gripping counterpoint to that "rule." Thanks for making content and I'm looking forward to checking out more of your stuff!

[@markbone]

Thanks Kyle! I feel lucky to not be familiar with the youtube world all that much so I can just discuss the techniques that I've been using on set! I hope it can set this channel apart

[@therightkyle]

@@markbone It's great for DPs and directors like me who are just starting up to have that kind of industry-standard advice. It's definitely something unique to find among the thousands of people creating photo/video related content here. Looking forward to following your channel and keeping up with your videos! Great work!

[@edredBryan]

Wow! I won’t say awesome, because that word is over-used; but this is gold! I’m a 1-person team who enjoys B-roll more than A-roll but my challenge is that I’m the one in the A-roll, singularly! Thanks Mark…this is a legitimate game-changer. Peace.

[@photographyrodenberger7660]

Wow, congratulations on your nomination! Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge & beautiful imagery!

[@markbone]

Photography Rodenberger thank you!!

[@niamscookery3442]

Thanks a lot. Makes a lot of sense.Nice examples.

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks for making these videos. I am really enjoying your channel and learning a lot. I'm very new to making video and really appreciate the education.

[@RetroRecipesKitchen]

That backlighting with the fog and dust in the warehouse, during the documentary scenes, is so clutch. And I love that you added the tip about the reflector and bounce-board - All so important to know when not only shooting the footage, but for the post-production aspect also. Killer video, brother. Also, 100% get nerdy and talk about more technical stuff. There are loads of videos on YT that cover the generic stuff, but it'll be great to get some more experienced tips or even thoughts about higher-level productions.

[@aaronvbarreraphotography2740]

Just discovered your channel and really appreciate your content! I'm a newb film maker and want to get into documentry films. Thanks again for your efforts and congrats on all your success!

[@SeanAM2023]

Wow! Fencing during the sunset is just amazing...

[@JebbAdams]

Hello again, Mark! Your awesome, helpful videos are so good! They are so good I started at the start, and I am binge watching your channel! I will go onto the waiting list for your next AOD course! Thanks again!

[@ThrottleTherapyyy]

i absolutely love this video, only found it last night and i keep watching it. Such a simple context and look at the drastic change it makes. awesome

[@markbone]

Sam Jnks thank you!! Hope it helps!!

[@StevenAdams777]

Great technique! I stumbled on it one day while I was filming a fisherman on a boat, at sunrise, the boat drifted around and the sunrise was right behind him. I said, "wait! Go back!" Really cool flares, silhouette, etc. Now you've given even more creative inspiration for use of the technique. ABSOLUTELY interested in the more professional side of your work and the nitty gritty of the films. It's a great opportunity for us to learn from a directors perspective. Thank You!

[@markbone]

Steve Adams thanks Steve! Sounds like a beautiful shot that you captured. Looking forward to posting more!!

[@JordanGreenPNW]

This is GOLD never heard any other youtubers say anything like this but it makes so much sense! Thank you!!! 🙏🏼

[@KiranNembangtv]

Only KZbinr that has body of work to back up his words! 👍🏼

[@MathewHeggem]

Awesome advice! Thank you. Crazy how much backlight makes a difference....

[@creyetivemedia]

Your lessons are life changing thank you so much Mark!

[@dylaneatseverything105]

Watched this right before I went out and shot an interview, it really helped me think creatively about lighting, and I LOVE how my footage turned out. You're an amazing teacher and resource - thanks for all this great content!

[@bigshortsfilms6321]

I LIKE YOUR STYLE !

[@iku1sestiweddings]

I saw the beauty in the battle last year, but didn’t know that it was your work. That was so beautiful! Shooting techniques, and the use of light was outstanding🙌🏻 I for one am really learning new things with your videos, thank you💪🏻

[@markbone]

Turo Haapamäki thanks for the love! Glad you liked the film! I had such a fun time making it

[@noneban]

few youtubers actually know something about cinematography beyond gear, and most are more focused on reviewing stuff, love your channel

[@nikospanou2286]

I want to express my respect and gratitude towards you for giving real and valuable advice that no one else does.

[@herald9]

what a great pro tip that respects the fundamentals of lighting! awesome video, Mark!

[@markbone]

herald9 thank you! Backlighting is game changing

[@chipcurry]

Seems like the older your videos get the better I like them! Send me something from 10 years ago! Ha ha great job man

[@saikatchattopadhyay8263]

with only 12k views you do realize people are just crazy about camera and lenses. they often forget those are least important. finally, i feel lucky to watch this video. this is a gem for cinematographers.

[@giuliosaibene6637]

Love the demonstrations of showing the difference between front light and backlight, such a big difference!

[@photographyrodenberger7660]

Ok, so I just watched your film you talked about, wow, incredibly powerful work!!! The score, that editing, the videography, just gorgeous! It’s a winner in my book!

[@dedrider]

Wow! Never thought of back lighting in this way. Thank you for such great video.

[@markbone]

Thanks man!!

[@bluenightsky]

This is beautiful. I love how you can see your filming style and individual language in this video.

[@leecarvalho330]

hey mark your amazing at what you do and a good teacher....i learnt a lot from your videos .....and i keep watching your videos even the once i already have seen...thanks alot....

[@tusslemania]

matti sent me and i regret nothing. your work has a particularly soft feel that is tremendously appealing. thank you for the informative content, its true this subject is rarely touched on.

[@ivargu]

Valuable stuff! Haven't seen anybody properly articulating this point until now! Thanks man!

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

very thoughtful. thank you for the effort and the sharing. thumbs up.

[@markbone]

Thank you!!!

[@FLCLben]

Man i wonder how i didn't came across your channel before ! this is great tips and great work ! keep it up !

[@markbone]

Thank you!! Glad I can provide some tips! Keep crushing it 🙌🏻

[@jackfitzwilliam9763]

You’re the only KZbinr I’ve found so far that explains true cinematography. It’s not “how I did broll of ice cream” or something. It’s like true, dense, applicable information. Sure it can be used for YouTubing.. but I think it’s nice seeing your actual cinematic work mixed in. Definitely rare to see some great at what they do AND KZbin it all.

[@markbone]

Thank you!!

[@CharlieGiesler21]

Your broll is insane!!! Please keep making these tips!

[@markbone]

Charlie Giesler wow! Thanks brother!!

[@thepapadeez]

dude, its funny.. I've heard this many times before, but now I'm listening. I'm pumped and can't wait to give this a try. Adds purpose and intention the next time I shoot. Thanks Mark!

[@HustlewithVideos]

Wow man, this technique is such eye opener 😱 thanks for this video Mark!

[@088lkl2107a]

Really nice video, you just took me to a whole other level - Thanks Mark

[@markbone]

Bombe Lasse keep killing it!!

[@spencerdukestv]

This was incredibly helpful. Like why has no one talked about this.

[@ondesign8112]

Mark every video is great and very helpful and I'm looking for the next one.

[@markbone]

On Design thank you!! So glad you’re enjoying them! I’ll keep making more

[@psycrow.]

Just discovered your channel on the manual focusing video! I'm very glad youtube suggested you! You've got a subscriber sir!!!

[@markbone]

Thank you!!

[@ronneabat]

Just found this channel. Love it.

[@markbone]

❤️

[@ByThibaud]

This is so interesting, thank you so much for this amazing tip ! How do you expose backlighting? :) It feels difficult not to burn the highlights if I want to have good skin tones. Any tip for that? :)

[@colepat]

So good dude. I love backlighting! Super interested in nittty gritty- bring it on!

[@markbone]

Cole Jennerson I certainly will!

[@TheMPhotography]

Very cool. Inspires me to try it out as well. Especially in photography. Curious about the change in the look of some of my photos. Thanks for this video.

[@mhamadmajid6775]

You're an amazing teacher and resource . Thank you

[@tashamusic1090]

thank you so much for the amazing tips! Do you have any tips for shooting videos by yourself of yourself. I am wanting to film myself performing in my room. Any advice would be greatly appreciated :)

[@Tanmayomusicvisuals]

loving your channel Mark...and you really got me with this video... I just love back lighting but wasn't so sure it was the right-thing-to-do... you really gave me a big ok to follow my feeling more with this stuff. thanks for sharing your wisdom...

[@TerraGermaniaTG]

thank you for sharing this valuable information. very generous to provide it for free. I appreciate it :)

[@publicspeakingconsultant]

It really makes a difference.....back lighting...thank you.

[@nasirdroidbox8719]

just found this..amazing content full with filming knowledge with unique out of the box concept...thank you for sharing...

[@VillaFilmProductions]

It's one of the hardest lighting to make look good but sooooo beautiful!

[@markbone]

Martin Villa when you nail backlighting it’s the best!!

[@dorinha5825]

GREAT!! what an awesome video!! thank you! I am so new to this so, any videos like this is so helpful. If you can make more about filming yourself that would be awesome!

[@MuhammadFloyd]

This is the second video I've seen from you and dude you've given some of the best advice I've seen on techniques on youtube. Thank you. You're one of the ONLY dudes who've made feel like I didn't need to upgrade in order to get the same results.

[@markbone]

Muhammad Floyd wow thank you! It’s not all about the gear but about the technique!! I’ll be putting out more info soon!

[@Mehhu]

Another really very helpful video, thanks! Could you show a basic picture profile for a beginner, something to start with? And how to work with said settings in whatever software you're using.

[@2007gafar]

keep going brother! i ve stumbled on your channel and I am really astonished by your experience and amazing tips

[@EasyButtonFTW]

This is truly valuable knowledge. Thank you!

[@markbone]

Tyler Anaya thank you!! So glad you like it

[@richarddzisiewski7197]

Nice piece...... Big fan of using what light is available to you

[@PadaINbelgium]

Amazing tips. Thanks man. Totally using these in my next videos.

[@Tylerdirtn]

Solid tip. I've always thought the complete opposite so thatmy subject is perfectly lit. Cannot wait to try this in my next video.

[@timurabakarov]

This channel will be huge

[@markbone]

Timur Abakarov thank you!!

[@eastbayhawk]

Dude, i am absolutely loving your content.. you are doing some really unique takes on filmmaking tips

[@MyJeanf]

Mark thanks so much for the excellent advice, it will be a massive help. Also contrates for your film

[@adinwalls]

I’ve been chasing after the results in everything I do and I honestly didn’t know I was doing this. Now I can create these results intentionally. Thanks man.

[@markbone]

💯💯💯

[@CryoftheProphet]

LOVE this channel, Cant wait to see where this goes, your advice is hands down some of the best.. Very well articulated and extremely effective, cant thank you enough :)

[@markbone]

Wow! Thank you!

[@jeffmichaels2672]

Loving your channel Mark, Super informative and great style.

[@johnpaulalquisola4240]

I hope ur channel will grow more and focus sharing ur knowledge to everyone!! tnx

[@markbone]

Thank you John! Very kind

[@sp3ct0rsUrg3]

Mind = BLOWN! 🤯 That was super helpful. Love your videos.

[@bluefilmsltd]

You're a sweet guy. You come across really well, knowledgable and intelligent. Learnt a lot from this video.

[@12344ADAM44321]

awesome refreshingly quick, and informative tutorials buddy. good

[@markbone]

Adam Thompson 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@UnseenSamy]

Wow this was refreshing, never thought of shooting that way ! Please do more videos like this ;)

[@BrianSellers]

Just found you and your channel - great stuff, man! I've always loved shooting into the sun, and your examples are fantastic. New sub! 😀

[@tqaproduction]

Please make more content! This is great advice and I would really like to hear more of your xp and intel. Looking forward to your next videos

[@RiteVisuals]

Thanks for sharing this tip! I like how you include times of day into it as well 😎 definitely going to go out shooting with back lighting in mind!

[@markbone]

Yes!! Go kill it!!

[@AllThingsFilm1]

I'm so glad I saw this video. I just got the Sirui 50mm Anamorphic lens. And any time I pick up a lens, I like to go out and shoot a lot of test footage to get a handle on the lens. I think backlighting will bring a lot of interesting images with this lens. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@CaptainJohnmaddux]

I just found you today; while watching Matti. I em binge watching you now; and wanted to say thank you for making our lives better with your info John The Limo Driver from Kansas city

[@phillipconleyjr8525]

Mark, you've contributed greatly to my perspective of photography. Thank you. In this era of camera phones it's popular to always shoot with a front lit angle, so much so it's easy to adapt that method when using/shooting a dslr or camera phone lol. One more thing, I'd definitely like to hear the "nitty gritty" of your business as it pertains to cinematography/photography. Look forward to your future videos/content.

[@markbone]

Thank you Philip for taking the time to say this! I look forward to making more videos about the nitty gritty! Keep crushing it!

[@bradycreativeco]

Yes. Get into the nitty gritty. Love your videos

[@markbone]

Brady Creative Co. you got it!!

[@DavidSteadStudio]

Love that - I use the same device in painting and it makes them way more interesting.

[@braveymedia9808]

Thank you for this incredible details, I feel most of KZbinrs will talk about gear or equipment with the point to sell it to you. But your aspect it's a game changer. Thank you

[@markbone]

Bravey Media thank you!! This is encouraging 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@RickTorres]

This is so good for beginning filmmakers! Thanks!

[@johanan4323]

Great video it really helped! I would like to hear more details about the professional side of your work in the industry.

[@sirisvisual]

The first vidéo I see about this subject! Many thanks this is so useful !

[@markbone]

Siris Visual thank you!!

[@NerdJourneys]

great video! as a photography i often hate backlight, b/c it makes me lose all the details in my subjects. It's pretty cool to think that it might be a great way to shoot video. I appreciate your work and help!

[@chrisr7463]

Some good info here, great encouragement to embrace backlight

[@aliruane]

Great stuff and a real change from other KZbin channels about gear and shooting.

[@acidsnow5915]

what a great video and what a great tip! really enjoyed watching this! thanks for sharing this amazing content with us

[@markbone]

ACID SNOW thank you!!

[@AustinWestbro]

This tip is HUGE!!! Thank you so much!

[@rubenparthoensfilms]

Finally I come across of someone who knows what he's talking about! Big fan of your work! You got a new follower! Greetings from Belgium.

[@6574256]

Great and educational content. So thankful for this!

[@lucastilloproduction]

Thanks man! Your videos are so helpfull!!! Awesome work!

[@phillipborja]

Hey mark, I have watched hundreds of videoa about filmmaking and honestly this video of yours totally changed my perspective about doing my videos. Thank you so much. Cheers man! From here in the Philippines. If you ever by chance come here. Would love to do a collab video.

[@markbone]

Phillip Borja glad I can be of some help! Keep crushing it

[@arnasg2230]

Oh man.. Mark Bone - this video convinced me to subscribe my friend. What a massive, but almost not-talked-about-at-all topic... Ive shot a few shots thinking about exactly that! And these shots ended up being some of the most beautiful and best looking shots of mine. Theres barely anything nicer, when some nice flares hit the lens, and if you also get these red blue green color spills along with it.. Its just aaaaahhhhhhhh! My man!

[@suvradipdutta8896]

Thanks a lot for this tutorial. Please make a video about editing , camera settings.... By the way what settings do you use for a7iii?

[@ViKPICCREATIVEvideo]

So good mate! Well done! An important technique explained super well.

[@markbone]

Viktor Radics thanks Vik!!