LITERALLY a Drone CheatSheet! 🔸 Cinematic Drone Footage: Any Location, Every Time - Tutorial

[@TedNemeth]

MUSIC…I constantly get asked where I get my music from. I found Epidemic Sound to be the best. There’s a musician named ARTHUR BRUNSON, All my favorite songs are by him! share.epidemicsound.com/nxuhuy

[@TheExperimentum]

5:28 - "I'm obsessed with lightning and composition, not specs and settings, because... lighting and composition are what generate emotions within the viewer. " Wow, 5 minutes in and you've completely changed the way I want to approach cinematography.

[@VisualLineOfSight]

You are a goldmine Ted. Your dedication to your viewers is so very much appreciated! Great advice in this video!

[@TedNemeth]

I LOVED YOUR LATEST VIDEO! I made the Mt.Rushmore of Drone Dudes! You really made my day brother. Thank you.

[@parrotheadstx]

I agree!

[@justinhickox]

@@TedNemeth I'm a big fan as well man! You're sharing knowledge that no one else is really talking about. Quick question for you...I know you push auto exposure, which makes sense. What if you were shooting on a Mavic 3 Pro? Would you still be choosing auto or using pro for any reason? I assume still auto for the most part but I've always been told to go manual, which is what I currently do, but auto seems SO tempting now. Am I missing anything?

[@lambo_drives]

1:53 Is that a Majestic White Coiffed Heron flying by?? FANtastic tutorial, Ted - Props Off to you, sir. Waiting on the deuce with bated breath.

[@BobCaseyAerial]

Awesome tips Ted. I like that you keep it simple but make the best of simple. Like staying in auto & let Mother Nature “Sunshine” help the shots Awesome video and edit.

[@DavidLorenzoFlorida]

BoBooOO !! Tag, you're it Brother! 🖐Did you take notes on Ted's supplied cheatsheet? I expect awesomeness on your next video!

[@dronometry]

Man, this all summarize of anything you need to know to make the best shots. Thank you for great video!

[@ElmerShox]

nice video in love with the perspective.. emotional not specs.. thanksss man will apply it to my next footage.

[@parrotheadstx]

Excellent tips. Thank you.

[@fernandom9220]

Great video Ted, you make these concepts so easy to understand. 🤗

[@1EagleDave]

Ted your videos are by far the very best out here in tube land I have learned so much from your videos i have dont the dont move the drone and just flew my mini 4 pro over me walking back and forth and WOW! was I ever PISSED OFF AT ME LOLyour so right you learn so much by doing this and what your missing in everything thanks a follower for life. In Canada brother (keep them coming)Thank You very much for all your work and studing in these videos....

[@ninja-japan]

Nice video!!! Thanks for sharing the great video, my friend.😆

[@StuFliesAroundCornwall]

Thank you Ted. The way you clearly explain your tips with enthusiasm and simplicity are the hallmarks of a great teacher. I’m already looking to how I can adjust the light and composition for my shots in future. 👍

[@alfashion]

Outstanding, keep your awesome work coming.

[@jnoreman]

Excellent and well-paced thorough tutorial. Looking forward to Part II.

[@seekingaurora1700]

Invaluable tips Ted! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your knowledge ❤️

[@cb4636]

Master Class by a master. Thank you. 3. Sculpting Light/Time of Day the hardest part of developing cinematic habits. I always think I have time, I want to go out and fly my drone. WRONG! My lesson from you from more than one vlog is 1-Find a subject 2-Decide on the best time of day to shoot the subject. So I have to be a director first, subject, story, mood/lighting and plan how best to achieve the goal. Creative thinking must come first. I can not just launch the drone and push record to get cinematic footage. What I have learned from you. Thank you again.

[@ThrottleAddiction]

As a former journo who had to take their own photos, I always tried to take the most informative photo I could take. The more the photo was able to tell the story, the less I had to write! That does involve a lot of what was talked about here - no distractions in particular. Get the most simple elements of the story in the shot and do it as a momentary observer, not in a pre-arranged or staged style. Weighting is important - we've all seen shots of high human emotion, where there'll be a protestor (looking as they do) holding a sign or a coloured flare in the air. Meanwhile, there's a policeman in full riot gear with a Perspex shield approaching or in the background. The magical balance! The impact of a weighted image is variations of that. A wrecked car Vs shocked people, an athlete on a finish line Vs a crowd standing and fist punching the air. A good newspaper and in particular its photographers, should provide a multitude of examples of how to take photos with impact, although it does seem like a dying art these days!

[@DavesRvRepair]

Excellent video Ted! The tips are to the point and easy to grasp. Much appreciated 👍

[@coffeecountyaerials]

Your the best, thanks for the tips again Sir. Your attention to detail is deep and mind blowing but awesome. Love it

[@TedNemeth]

hey buddy! many thanks for the support my flying filmmaker friend.

[@jamesrabkin7571]

Superb, superb, superb! By far this is one of the most informative, and motivating tutorials that I’ve ever seen on KZbin. This is great even if you’re not flying a drone and are using a point and shoot camera. Great job, and Thank you!

[@jean-chridrone6026]

You are a ARTIST with big capitals 🤩. Your dynamism is great. And your advises are tremendous. Thanks so much 🤩🤩

[@uruguaydrone]

¡Los mejores, más didácticos y entretenidos videos sobre fotografía con drone! Saludos desde Uruguay.

[@johnriper4416]

Wonderful tutorial, Ted! You've packed dozens of great point in to just a few minutes. Great job!

[@TedNemeth]

John I’m super grateful to have you as part of the community here.

[@airborneimageryFPV]

Great formula! Thank you!

[@Wedgenbigg]

Great video Ted. Love your commitment to quality content 👍

[@VisualLineOfSight]

Agreed!

[@syedenhammydude6196]

Ted, you're a legend... I'm a photographer, but although i 'think' in moving images i've always found videography EXTREMELY complicated. I couldn't translate what i 'see' in my head with how i could make it into a small video without a whole team and a budget and ... a videographer! The videographers always said photography was too hard for them, but i couldn't understand why. This... 13:30 here captures it perfectly. I was lost by all the technical bits and because i'm a proficient technical photographer that has long put aside the technical bits and all the compositional bits and the lighting and everything you talked about... I underestimated what i was bringing to the table. I forgot my strengths in composition and lighting.. was instead too focussed and intimidated by the technical bits in making a video. Now, finally i understand what to do and i'm so excited to be getting out there to scope out my intended scene.

[@TedNemeth]

what an incredible note you wrote here. And there is NOTHING more rewarding for a teacher to hear than someone saying they now understand the topic better. To simplify a subject or process….seems to be the key to success/progress/understanding. Welcome aboard to our FLYING CAMERA CREW!

[@TeeEmmCee]

You are the master, sir. Thank you for another lesson in cinematography, and pointing out the things that one could work on to improve. Looking forward to your next instalment.

[@mrfq_abg]

Woah Ted, thank you so much for taking the time to put this together. Can't help feel daunted with all this knowledge. I feel that all your points, heck all you sub-points and sentences could be elaborated into an hours long masterclass. Eventhough most of this material is not totally new to me, you have a way of explaining that makes everything click together. Cheers my friend.

[@TedNemeth]

ahh man THAT is the biggest compliment ever. Truly thank you for letting me know my playful little tutorials are of value.

[@deepsoul585]

Always good tips , thanks mate 👍🏻

[@daveusifer8401]

Another great tutorial Ted. Looking forward to part 2. Cheers

[@JoeMichelli]

Refreshing presentation! A welcome break, so nice to see folks on this platform with competence, style and authentic delivery without the phony breathlessness and artificial enthusiasm. The subject matter discussed is a breath of fresh air as well, less about techno-fetishism and more on the basic employment of artistry when capturing imagery. cheers

[@TedNemeth]

man i really appreciate that. Hearing kind supportive words like that is the currency for us little creators on KZbin. We certainly aren’t here for the money. It’s not here. So it’s for the community. Thank you. Is there a specific topic you’d like to see covered?

[@johnpicone3050]

Thanks Nemeth, keep up the good work!

[@TedNemeth]

John you are the man. Truly thank you for this. Hey I just commented on your whales vid.

[@johnpicone3050]

Yeah not a problem Nemeth, glad to contribute to your unique Channel!

[@patrickberkery8854]

Excellent, Ted! Looking forward to the next one!

[@IslandTalesbySid]

This the best video I ever came across. I am beginner I loved the way you explained each every aspect of cinematography in such a short video.

[@musicgambit1]

Thanks

[@TedNemeth]

right on! thank you. i truly appreciate that. Are you a musician? (i see your channel name is musicgambit

[@savedbygrace5943]

Really enjoy your videos. Trying to remember all the tips and advice you give.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Ted. Great advice. Beautifully presented.😊

[@LanceCadena]

Your 7 tips at the start of the video are all spot on!!!! Nicely done video, and you have a great way about you. Keep up the great work!!!

[@kuzeykavak]

Thanks 💙

[@bustinclouds2007]

Thank you buddy....You are a good guy........Always enjoy your work.

[@cwTheDrummist]

Brilliant! My issue is feeling like I always need to have movement in the shot. I love how you're hammering home composition and lighting first. Definitely things to practice for me! I appreciate your videos, dude!

[@summa0humma]

Terrifically good advice Ted...I shall be watching this several times over. Onwards and upwards... Many thanks!!

[@AmanChowdhury888]

Thank you, Ted.. Very helpful as always. Lots to learn from you.

[@twaseverthus]

Thanks!

[@TedNemeth]

Kevin! ahh man thank you for the support good sir. I truly appreciate it. If there’s any specific topics you would like me to cover in an upcoming episode please let me know.

[@bro_FREE]

Super helpful. Being limited by battery having this cheat sheet will help me make faster decisions. I have also started doing more with scenes where the drone is still. It’s something I had not considered initially but really makes some nice shots. Thanks for sharing the knowledge 👏🏾

[@izzaniielachannel]

Great video sir..Thanks for sharing

[@YOWguy58]

Awesome Ted. I think it’s possibly your best yet. Thank you!

[@TedNemeth]

Thank you Bruce. Much appreciated. Hey you ate like a king at the whalebone. congrats.

[@lebleup]

Man this is great stuff. I’m not even an experienced photo/film/cinetographer (as can be discerned by what I just did there). But I do fly drones and these vids of yours sparked a new interest for me. I’m seeing things I’ve never noticed before. Great content and very motivational. Thank you!

[@poochengeez]

Top quality content. Thanks TED!

[@gazm1887]

Your videos are brilliant, there not about equipment or latest tech, you show us how to get the shots in the best way in the best lighting. I'm new to drones and videoing and just want to make a nice un-boring film clip that I can say "I did that" and be proud. After watching your videos, your explanations are starting to sink in, I can see where I go wrong and how I can do things better. Its all a new learning curve to me but I can understand what you mean and see how clearly talented you are and that your enthusiasm for photography is infectious. Looking forward to the next lesson. Cheers Ted.

[@TedNemeth]

Gazm! wow that is the best compliment. Anytime someone gets inspiration from my goofy little tutorials it truly is my currency, my energy, my IKIGAI. Hey I loved your lighthouse video! You did amazing.

[@esalo49]

Excellent advice. Thank you for taking the time to produce these videos.

[@TedNemeth]

Edward I appreciate you watching and taking the time to let me know you dig em.

[@KTHKUHNKK]

Get down with it brother Ted.

[@timmybikester2309]

Another inspirational and thought provoking video. Fantastico!

[@TedNemeth]

Timmy I’m super grateful for you watching and taking the time to let me know my little videos are helpful in some way. Love it. Thank you.

[@StartLivingNow1963]

Some Great Information Ted Thank You Awesome Video🙂

[@TedNemeth]

thank you so much my friend. glad you got value from my little flying camera tutorial.

[@dmac8207]

Thanks Ted! You remind me of Alton Brown on Good Eats. But drones and cinematography.

[@tazyt3388]

Yep you did it mate it’s all in the plan and this one’s a banger hope your well bro take care cheers

[@cAv_Media]

That was a great episode Ted. Lots to think about and practice. Shoot for the edit 👍

[@TedNemeth]

hey buddy! Thank you for watching & being part of the team here.

[@gravelroadsindia]

Thank you for inspiring the confidence....

[@droneartmedia]

Informative as always mate 👌

[@alanhumphreys]

Great video Ted very well constructed and so helpfull.......Thanks for sharing

[@TedNemeth]

Alan I really appreciate that my friend. Is there a specific topic you’d like me to cover in an upcoming episode?

[@OVRBoosted]

Great video, especially for a newb like myself. Do you find it better to shoot towards the sun or have it behind your shot? Also what do you recommend for those over cast days when lighting might not be so prominent?

[@JoshConnectMedia]

Practically if you have the drone ... try both ... fly up to your subject and start shooting facing the sun.... then next recording ... turn the drone and shoot facing away from the sun - behind you... preview the shoots and check the differences ...

[@soundbeast4957]

Totally spot on! That’s how I shoot. Let the picture speak, I’m not fixated on the numbers really.

[@frofa2954]

Just a small suggestion that came to my mind in the very last scene of the video (the almost-black-and-white one), which I personally always adhere to: if there are clearly visible lines in the image, such as the orientation of the beams of the pier you're sitting on in that scene), make sure they go "up", i.e. bottom-left to top-right. It is a weird psychological effect that such an orientation is perceived "optimistic" and "cheerful", as if it lifts up your spirit. The opposite orientation unconsciously drags you down, psychologically speaking. Try it out by horizontally mirroring that last scene - it will unconsciously appear "better". That trick works for drone footage and still images alike.

[@KTHKUHNKK]

You are one kick ass editor and cinematographer.

[@shsechas]

Nicely done Ted!. I'll keep watching these tips until it sticks in my head.

[@denisdion6847]

Superb video! Insightful and entertaining. Keep them coming!

[@TedNemeth]

Denis ahh man thank you good sir. I truly appreciate it. Welcome aboard to THE FLYING CAMERA CREW!

[@icelandadventureofficial]

Very insightful and thorough tutorial that every drone pilot needs to watch. I'm trying to learn new things along with practising and this video hits the mark. Bravo Ted!

[@TedNemeth]

thank you sir. hey your latest episode with all the low light shots is beautiful.

[@charlesmarkman9776]

Thanks. Much to think about. Feeling inspired!

[@TedNemeth]

Charles thanks for watching buddy. Just left you a comment on your latest.

[@steveparkins6854]

Such great info, as a photographer primarily, still learning ( struggling 😞) to think more cinematically ,esp, ' telling a story' great stuff Ted 🙏🙏🎥 ," Lighting and Composition = Emotion,! so true Ted , in photograohy and videography 🎥📸👍🙏

[@TedNemeth]

hey Steve! ahh man thanks for the kind supportive words. If there’s any specific topic you’d like me to cover in an upcoming episode just let me know.

[@steveparkins6854]

@@TedNemeth im learning heaps and inspired by you Ted, but i still tend to rush!!! I think its just im a very experienced photographer and have a good eye, but using a drone is still ' new' i def. Think of it like a flying camera But get too " excited' i think 😉🙏 I need to go slo...plan a bit more , shoot for rhe edit, so to speak. Love the mini 3 pro .the next tripod mode is ace ! 🙏

[@RJ2A81]

I'm halfway through this video and I've learned so much! Wow! thank you for this video.

[@TedNemeth]

I’m glad you’re enjoying the video. I’m trying to make it easier for folks to create really cool footage. Loved your South Beach video. Hello from New York.

[@dieselwilliams]

Love your videos mate, I get so many ideas from you and appreciate the time you place into your content. 👍

[@TedNemeth]

Diesel I truly appreciate it. You’re getting lots of great footage lately. Loved that downhill track. Super jealous.

[@dieselwilliams]

@@TedNemeth thanks Ted! Placing that little more time thinking about my shots as you teach is really helping me.

[@6492002]

I’m glad a stumbled across your page. Your awesome Ted. You really helped me about filters and what to shoot with my M3P!!!!

[@TedNemeth]

ahh man thats great to hear! yup, keep it simple. Focus on the fundamentals of lighting & composition. Welcome aboard to our FLYING CAMERA CREW

[@TeesTrev]

Thank you Ted you are such an inspiration. I watch a lot of drone videos but none of them teach what you teach and insipre like you do. Hats of to you sir from a fan from across the pond

[@TedNemeth]

wow i truly appreciate it fine sir. I’m still trying to refine my style here on youtube. I’m glad to hear you find value in them.

[@EastCoastThrills]

Your easy to listen to and a great instructor

[@nikolas7]

Thank you for this great breakdown - simplification 👍. Greetings from Germany.

[@TedNemeth]

hey Nikolas. Many thanks for watching. Glad you got some value from it. Please let me know if you have any specific questions. I’d love to help.

[@SergeOccitanie]

Hi crazy flying guy... Thank you for these advices... I love it... 🔥🔥😉

[@TedNemeth]

hey Serge! thanks for watching my flying filmmaker friend.

[@ZotyaInk]

Great video dear friend! I wish you continued good work! 🙂

[@jesusgjchuza6491]

Super cool Ted, 🤝😎

[@Dreemchser]

Your videos have such chemistry!

[@TedNemeth]

Linda! i really appreciate that. I’m trying to work on that. I noticed the youtube creators I’m really drawn to have their own unique style/delivery/character that is consistent and it becomes….kinda comforting in a way? I’m new to all this and trying to find my way. Thank you for letting me know my goofy little videos have landed with you.

[@Dreemchser]

Carry on with your super power! You!

[@QuantumTactical]

Amazing content. Thank you so much. Great guidance

[@TedNemeth]

thank you man. I appreciate it. I checked out your channel but didn’t see any content. Where on this beautiful planet are you located? I’m in New York.

[@MrSango123]

great vid TED

[@MainlightDrone]

I'm really a photographer and yet I spend .001% of my time making pictures with my flying camera because I tend be more documentary and I'm worried about the drone coming back than creating cinematographic footage. lol You're beginning to inspire me, my FFF. 👍

[@OverTheMountainDrones]

Thank you so much for sharing. You are very knowledgeable!

[@TedNemeth]

thank you my friend. I would not say I’m very knowledgeable…..I’m just sharing what I’ve learned over the last 2 years and hopefully it’s valuable to others. THank you for being part of our flying camera crew. Lets have a great 2024

[@RanjanSharma2001]

Great tips with detailed explanations for each.

[@TedNemeth]

hey Ranjan. Thank you for watching my friend. Please let me know if you have any questions. Hey you picked up the z9?!?!! Looks like an amazing release. Super excited for Nikon. So you’re in India yes?

[@dawsonlima]

Simply one of the best videos I have EVER seen about general technique applied to aerial cinematography. I am an experienced photographer, but am still struggling at applying these principles to my flying camera. Thank you so much

[@TedNemeth]

Dawson congratulations on getting into flying cameras. What a totally fun creative dynamic it adds right. You use auto exposure correct?

[@XayaPrints]

i gotta say, i saw a couple of your vids before but didnt agree at all with them, but i decided to subscribe as soon as you mention Emotion Generation, and never though of that. i think youre absolutely right my friend. You just gained a new follower. Amazing vid.

[@TedNemeth]

yessss! welcome aboard my friend. What is a topic or topics you’d like me to cover in an upcoming episode?

[@ranjitwijedasa8691]

Hey Ted, awesome, awesome, awesome....bestest (!) ever tutorial I've seen....gonna share this with everyone and their mother ..haha And really appreciate your efforts to put these guides for us.. keep 'em coming , sir !😊

[@TedNemeth]

hi Ranjit. Thank you for the support buddy. Loved your latest city shots. Beautiful seeing such a clean white dense city right between the water and green lush forest. It really does need a flying camera to properly document.

[@ranjitwijedasa8691]

@@TedNemeth Hi Ted, thanks for the encouragement, means a lot to a hobbyist like me ..haha Yeah, Singapore is a tiny place , with limited places to fly. But we try to make the best of it... and your "style" of cinematography works very well here... Looking forward to your next installment... Cheers from sunny Singapore!

[@LipFung]

Thanks for this world class tutorial 🤗

[@TedNemeth]

hey Lip. Great to see you buddy.

[@ThorstenAltmann]

No further questions, your honour 😀 Like always: Everything important explained straight to the point. Since I discovered your channel, I try to consider all these basics more in my film planning, but I realize that there's still a long way to go. Thanks for another great tutorial.

[@TedNemeth]

Thorsten thank you buddy. Loved your latest post. Great spot.

[@ThorstenAltmann]

@@TedNemeth Thank you Ted. Thanks to your tutorials I'm still working on better cinematography 😃 It's a challenge to accomplish that in a hiking video, what I usually film on a go.

[@aquacitydigital3316]

Awesome Video! 👍

[@MiguelDuarte-wx3hm]

Goldmine Ted.

[@TedNemeth]

thank you

[@moco360]

Ya...i agree with you....i really not touch color grading since your video talking about No ND filter...now i just practicing how to fly properly...and in one of my IG posting (still amateur though 😅😅😅) there are some people DM me what filter i use...and i just said it just original from camera...so.maybe i hit correct spot here and there sometime.

[@EastCoastThrills]

Thank you for the advice great content.

[@jamessalayo2803]

Hello, Ted! Thank you very much for all the techniques that you're sharing. I now look at myself as a "padawan" cinematographer, instead of a drone pilot. I'm looking forward to your upcoming videos! 🙏👍 - James

[@TedNemeth]

James thank you for the amazing comment. Welcome aboard my friend.

[@Fitandover40]

This is precious information, I am in awe that you don't have that many subscribers. Thanks!

[@TedNemeth]

welcome aboard sir! i appreciate the kind words. Please let me know if you have any questions

[@Fitandover40]

@@TedNemeth will do for sure! I am getting the DJI Mini 2 SE tomorrow! And I am binging on your videos, start to finish, I hope that helps you out man, truly enjoying your content, specially the cinematography and photography content for drones. I have a good background on photography(did b&w film and developing back in the day) but new to drones so I am glad I found your channel. Thanks a lot for sharing. Cheers.

[@RodKrisBisdakMotovlog]

Woooooooowww superb and awesome

[@TedNemeth]

many thanks to you in the Philippines. Ride safe brother.

[@paulgolden8183]

Top man. Thank you

[@Drew_Baker]

Def using these tips on my next vid 👏

[@TedNemeth]

right on Drew! welcome aboard my flying filmmaker friend.

[@gunnsteinnjonsson9166]

Great work Ted 😀 This video is so rich of useful information that l will have to come back often to try to make it stick in my brain 😂 Moast Drone content creators who are trying to make a living out of this, have to advertise filters and try to sell Luts that they have created themselves, and it is understandable. They often show us clips that were filmed in D-Cinieike which is flat and dull, and then they add their luts to make it colorful and perfectly exposed, and we the beginners often think that this is what we have yo do to get correctly exposed shots. I think that the majority of drone users are taking photos and filming in auto mode, and l am sure they would do much better if they tried to learn from you and followed your advice, instead of focusing too much on filters and manual mode that so many content creators want us to focus on. Keep up the good work. I for one will be waiting for your next episode 😊

[@TedNemeth]

yes! ah man I’m super glad to hear you enjoyed the episode my friend. Yup i went through the entire beginner arc of learning, experimenting, discovering, iterating, then….finding my own creative style/voice. Now I’m just sharing what works for me. It’s super interesting when i look at my KZbin analytics…..the average age of my viewers is between 40yrs to 60yrs old. I’m 51 so I think, maybe my experiences seem to be resonating with this demographic. Gunnstein thank you for supporting the channel good sir.

[@CarolinaAirshots]

Awesome info Ted !

[@TedNemeth]

right on ma man. thanks for watching.