Basic Video Lighting: Using Flags and Nets to Cut Light

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4 жыл бұрын

There are two parts to basic video lighting: lights and shadows. Lighting and light units usually get all the attention but what about the grip's art of cutting and netting light? Let's look out how we can use flags and nets to adjust the contrast in our shots on the sets and our actors. We also make a window pattern and make our own cucoloris.
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Пікірлер: 52

@hodah 4 жыл бұрын

The magic of nature is how light keeps changing. The magic of gripping is keeping light consistent.

@PullMyFocus 4 жыл бұрын

Very well said. I'm stealing that (but I'll give you credit Sir Howard).

@lindalawson4296 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best and most straightforward explanations I have seen on KZfaq. Thank you so much for doing this.

@PullMyFocus 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome thank you. Glad to hear it was helpful.

@kenmorrison8932 2 жыл бұрын

I don't need this info for my job, but it is simply so interesting that I kept watching! It is so interesting the see the detail and thought behind the science and art of lighting. Thanks for sharing!

@PullMyFocus 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome and glad you're enjoying our videos.

@hippopictures 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thanks for posting.

@nandhukartha8205 Жыл бұрын

Amazing!!❤️❤️

@BloodSugarS3XMajik 3 жыл бұрын

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@colorasylumproduction6355 2 жыл бұрын

Very valuable content, here. Tanks for the video. You have a natural talent to explain your technique and the perfect tone of voice to deliver it. I’m glad I discovered you channel!

@kegstandjesus 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the spon boys!

@PullMyFocus 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Pranav.

@RedEyrisFilms 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks

@PullMyFocus 3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome. let us know if there are any other topics you would like to see.

@maxhernie8053 3 жыл бұрын

i never really appreciated how useful nets are, then again im new to lighting

@PullMyFocus 3 жыл бұрын

I started in the biz as a grip/electric, learning to net and flag lights on set. They are so much fun to work with to mold the light for a shot.

@maxhernie8053 3 жыл бұрын

@@PullMyFocus its really a beautiful art. i gain so much appreciation for what you guys do with content like yours. thanks for sharing

@nolesdennhardt8986 Жыл бұрын

thank you!

@andreak4280 4 ай бұрын

this was fantastic!! 💪🏼💪🏼 thank you!

@veerapraveen2695 6 ай бұрын

thanks you sir... from india ❤❤❤

@michaelkyle1704 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, learned a lot - how about some tips on the actual rigging - eg grip heads / stands / efficient ways to rig this stuff. Well done !

@azlanarainkhan4549 3 жыл бұрын

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@MichaelSavidgeStoryteller 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this! Your tip on "Hollywooding" is really helpful. Do you know if there a DIY option for Flags and Nets?

@hodah 4 жыл бұрын

Michael Savidge You’ve got to be careful with DIY type flags et cetera. As they are all made out of fire retardant materials.

@Boleskinebeatz 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Used some flags on a period fashion shoot I did last week to cut light onto the set furniture from the octoboxes that were side lighting the scene. It’s an ongoing project so I’m now thinking thinking a net carefully positioned might reduce the glare on the first person in the shot nearest the light?

@PullMyFocus 3 жыл бұрын

Yes a net would do the trick to bring their light level down.

@joaomestre2584 3 жыл бұрын

Great video but I got a question: whats the difference between using a net and a diffuser?

@PullMyFocus 3 жыл бұрын

A net only cuts the light level down while diffusion changes the quality of the light by diffusing it. So you use a net to bring the light level down on a person, object, or part of the set. You use diffusion to soften the light that is hitting them.

@vicpano7063 Жыл бұрын

Hello, How and where to send some stills for you to comment regarding using of flags in film? An e-mail or other option? Thanks for the great info

@JuicefulHabits 4 ай бұрын

Which spot light you recommend to mimic a natural sunlight crisp that morning sun light ?

@PullMyFocus 4 ай бұрын

HMI par light

@JuicefulHabits 4 ай бұрын

@@PullMyFocus what about light best for jewelry and rhinestones for best sparkle effects

@BadKarma714 4 жыл бұрын

OMG I must be old if I got the annette funicello reference I am only 46 I can't believe I remembered the Mickey mouse club watching reruns. instead of using Nets can you use the Barn Doors to shape the Light? Or is it better to use Annette lol

@PullMyFocus 4 жыл бұрын

On my videos, I create an assembly edit and then toss it to Manu to finish it up and make it pretty...and to add unexpected surprises like Annette. I did a spit take when I first saw her pop up. Yes, you can use the barn doors but you're limited because they're fixed to the light. Flags will give you a sharper shadow, more control to angle the shadows and if you're using a hot light (like tungsten) more distance from the light.

@SteveWild1114 Жыл бұрын

I'm starting as a DP and I just would like to know how to get rid of an unwanted shadow on a white wall on the back in a little KZfaq studio.

@PullMyFocus Жыл бұрын

You'll need to either add a light on that area of the wall or flag the light off the object throwing the shadow.

@SteveWild1114 Жыл бұрын

@@PullMyFocus Thanks! I'm starting to understand. I will add a light since I can't put a flag on this object since the object is the talent! Do you think that a classic fill light 45 degrees will work?

@BODYBYSTRUGGLE 3 жыл бұрын

what's a good starter kit to get for flags and nets

@PullMyFocus 3 жыл бұрын

Good question. I don't know of any kits that I would recommend. The cheaper, fold-up nets have very mixed reviews which is why we don't use them. My recommendation is to buy them individually and from a major grip brand like Matthews, American Grip. A basic set I would recommend: 18"x24": 2 flags, 1 single and 1 double net, 1 silk, 1 open frame 24"x36": 2 flags, 1 single and 1 double net, 1 silk, 2 open frames

@BODYBYSTRUGGLE 3 жыл бұрын

@@PullMyFocus thank you soo much. Loving the channel.

@PullMyFocus 3 жыл бұрын

@@BODYBYSTRUGGLE You are so welcome and glad you're liking our stuff. Now how about a vid on the proper way to do a lunge. I know I'm doing them wrong.

@TheAndouz 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been considering trying to use screen door mesh to diy a set of nets, has anyone tried using that material before?