Entering the world of photography can be challenging enough. The world of video can feel even more daunting! For someone who has solely focused on photography 100% from day one, taking on the challenge of video is a whole new world. Here are the things I learned from creating my video for my work as a photographer without video experience.
It started in 2020, when I purchased a and , only to sell the drone and let the gimbal collect dust. I have contemplated a and feared if I had the skills to create videos and throw myself into the ring of fire to a larger audience than locally. I am a person who thinks about a project, researches it thoroughly, and then keeps coming back to it; I'll end up doing it.
I wanted a short video for a few years to showcase myself as a photographer. I endlessly emailed local videographers, only for them not to return a single email. When frustration takes center stage, I do it myself.
I did that and started to think about creating my video. Why kid ourselves? It’s 2024, and Instagram reels, YouTube shorts, and TikTok are thriving. We have to be part photographer and part videographer these days, so adding video is a no-brainer for me at this point! When you think about creating a photograph, there are plenty of facets: shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and so much more.
We primarily focus on the exposure triangle and composition. When it came to video, I had to think ahead. It was taking all these ideas and cramming them into a list.
Then, I took the.