How I found my style as a filmmaker (and how you can too)
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Күн бұрынDo you ever watch something from your favorite creator or director, and instead of feeling inspired to create... you find yourself thinking, how in the world did they do this? Today, I want to share with you guys 3 tips I've learned along the way to help create and develop my own style.
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@leokeller 10 ай бұрын
This man! Ryan you’re killing it. The style of your most recent videos is incredible, love that you share all your knowledge with us
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Leo, appreciate this so deeply man. Thanks for being apart of the journey with me and all the effort you put in with me
@rhimiles 10 ай бұрын
Spot on. Style doesn't come from thin air, it comes from a unique combination of influences.
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Couldn't agree more!! Thanks for watching!
@KofiYeboah 10 ай бұрын
The goat is back ✊🏾
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
AHHHHHH WE DOIN IT
@jonnyrogers 10 ай бұрын
Imitate before you innovate By copying style of someone in your field, you learn the skills necessary to produce at that level. Then you can take those skills and start making things in the way you want.
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Preach.
@AndreasSippus 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for bringing this up. Feels like a game changing thought process for someone who's lost on their own style
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Always hoping someone can take something meaningful away when they're in need of a different outlook. We all get stuck more than we'd like to admit... Thanks for the comment Andreas!
@OutaTimeFPV 10 ай бұрын
I liked this video within the first 5 minutes, continued watching, and then went to like it again forgetting that I already had. So many great points. Definitely one of my favorite videos you have made.
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
This means a lot! Thank you
@WhySteve 9 ай бұрын
Great advice! I often look at very old videos and despite the lack of good cinematography, it has something my new work lacks... story. Picking up a camera 5 years ago was to find any way to capture a story. Now it's more a way of making things look good, not caring what its about. Now it's time to find the balance.
@theyosmusic 10 ай бұрын
Love this video man! Really helps a lot and seriously amazing work!!
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it!! Thank you
@Ekestoms 10 ай бұрын
Man, i feel like your recent videos are some of the best around on filmmaker youtube! They make me feel the way i felt starting out as a video freelancer in 2019, but 4 years later! it's incredibly cool to see well thought out videos on lighting, creativity, client work, short films and not feeling like "yeah i knoww all that" Keep it up man!
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for this comment. Truly amazing feedback to hear. It's been a constant learning process with many bumps and lessons along the way. And I'm still working towards the end "goal"--whatever that may be. Appreciate you watching and supporting the channel!
@mayback 3 ай бұрын
Your videos are always spot on and well executed, Ryan! To me, trying to replicate what I already like is important because it is a reflection of who I am, what I like, and why I found it inspiring in the first place. Yes, everyone should create authentically to who they are, but often it is when we are inspired and feel connected that authenticity comes out.
@EasyTigerCreative 10 ай бұрын
Happens often when I see certain Creators’ I like but also makes me feel motivated to know that I can reach that goal if they did. One day I’ll figure out my style that people will recognize haha but for now still working on it 😊
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
It's a tricky mindset to battle, but overall I think the importance of supporting and encouraging other creators is so so huge and we all need to do a better job at. Go get it man, I believe in you!
@EasyTigerCreative 10 ай бұрын
@@RyanKao appreciate that a lot! Thanks for the encouragement and all the videos you post. Inspire me to create and enjoy the process to get to where I want to be!
@regenosis 10 ай бұрын
One thing that scares me about filmmaking is that sooooo much work goes into the actual filming, all the equipment and staff and feathering this and adjusting that. But you won't see the final product until it comes out of the editing room. Like how do you know, as you're filming, it'll look exactly like what you envisioned once it's done editing? If it doesn't turn out the way you want, you have to set up everything again and call everybody back.
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Very fair point. It's extremely challenging and daunting to understand all of the components. I would highly suggest just taking some time to break apart each step and not worry about the others. Take it in waves. Here to help if you need!
@cineplugg551 10 ай бұрын
Ryan is a blessing to us all ❤
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
😅🙏
@CineDailies 10 ай бұрын
Great video bro and points. One thing I would add when it comes to style is the “why”. Many of the dps I follow deeply focus on the why, which births the styles we all come to love. The why drives the decisions for the production, lighting camera movement, color grade etc. Something I think about often
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much dude. And yes, I honestly couldn't agree more. At the root of all the points I talked over, the "why" is what will fuel the intention and overall narrative of your art.
@ocallawanson 10 ай бұрын
you have definitely been a big help throughout my creative journey as a filmmaker and Director. Thank you
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
I'm so glad I could help, thank you for being here!
@Iam_rayhutch 9 ай бұрын
Bro thank you for discussing this topic! Any artist that makes a fuss about copying is not a true artist IMO. Every true artist knows the value in copying with taste. Nothing is original anymore it's what you do with it that makes it innovative.
@antonsemenyura5337 10 ай бұрын
Awesome image and strong content, vibrates within! Thank you.
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Many thanks to you!!
@M.A.D.C.J 10 ай бұрын
You have been on a roll with these videos bro. So proud of you.
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Tryin my best my guy haha...Let's hang soon
@AndreFoster 10 ай бұрын
Such simple advice, but it helped me gain so much clarity that I needed right now. Thanks Ryan!! 🙏🏽
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful. You're very welcome!
@Dj_lawrence 10 ай бұрын
Bro!!! Exactly!! Love the tips, I believe the second tip on color is huge for me. That's a challenging one there. Awesome video Ryan, inspiring as always brother
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
So glad you liked this one... Color is such an amazing tool for your look. Take some time to play with it and experiment if you haven't!
@vanscatindoy 9 ай бұрын
So good & inspiring Ryan. Thank you for your work!
@ShebaniFilms 10 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed this man!!
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@Lynneverly 10 ай бұрын
Loved this video! Very relatable en great tips!
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!!
@BenjiSelby 10 ай бұрын
Aye Cinema Grade is amazing! I've been using it for about a year and love it! Glad you referenced your other video about matching shots from movies, That was super helpful and we learn a lot from imitation before we become our own artists! Two videos in less than a week... sheeeesh bro 🔥
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
It's soo good! Such a refreshing program to use, even though I have a very in depth workflow with Resolve. I love getting to play around with color. Thanks for being here Benji 🙏🙏
@MintyBricks 10 ай бұрын
What you said in the beginning is so relatable!
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it resonated with you!
@tigerjosephvideo Ай бұрын
Hit my exact feelings, word for word, in the intro lol
@Yusaku_VCP 10 ай бұрын
Already found my future film look. It was long time ago I want that look of oldies. And now watching this is so inspiring! 😍
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Amazing!! Send me some stuff!
@Yusaku_VCP 10 ай бұрын
@@RyanKao ohh sorry, i dont have i was saying like i found my future film look like. i dont have yet short films in my main channel.
@missykaymoments 10 ай бұрын
❤ this!
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to watch 🙏
@leokeller 10 ай бұрын
9:15 Hey, I know that guy
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
idk who that is
@josephlipsen1 10 ай бұрын
Love this video and this concept!! Well DONE!!
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Thanks so much man!
@N-DOP 10 ай бұрын
Hey man, it's quite funny that I see this video now. Just yesterday I had a talk with my buddy about feeling like this whole industry is 20 steps ahead of me.. Now I see this video of you telling the people how to develope a unique style. I always thought I'm the only one with this problem (which is of course irrational). Thank you for the motivation and the little insight into your own journey!!
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for being here and taking the time to watch and comment. I'm glad you could resonate with this message. Best of luck to you!!
@ChaceMcLees 10 ай бұрын
So, so good. Can't wait to try Cinema Grade for myself.
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
I think you'd reallly like it man
@TuckerPearce 10 ай бұрын
Banger! 🔥 Excellent video Ryan, so insightful and inspiring as well. I’ve been needing a push and videos like this really help. Thanks man. Did you change the thumbnail from when you first published this one?
@mountain1253 7 ай бұрын
Thank you Ryan. This was really insightful for a guy struggling to get his feet wet.
@Stedmen 10 ай бұрын
Definitely trying out cinema grade!!!
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Good to hear! Hope you enjoy it!!
@seanmartinflix 10 ай бұрын
Relay enjoyed this one.
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Sean!!
@michaelowenchandras 10 ай бұрын
Amazing video! as usual
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Thank youuu!!
@DanielDiosdado 10 ай бұрын
Very inspiring tone. Very well done and with great taste. Keep up the good work and make it contagious! 🎥😎☺️🎬
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Thank you! Will do!!
@ronellubiano6930 10 ай бұрын
Thank you
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Thank YOU
@PabloChacon16 10 ай бұрын
I love your vids brother!
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Yoo thanks so much Pablo!
@kadirgold 10 ай бұрын
Yeah we read the description. Also that background tune is crazy, where can I find that?
@kadirgold 10 ай бұрын
2 mins in
@sijilo 10 ай бұрын
😊
@njcimaging 10 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video!! Is there anyway you can give a tutorial on how to use cinema grade with Final Cut? It’s hard to find anything on KZfaq for it.
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
I don't currently use final cut, but I'll reach out to Denver and see if he can dig up a solid tutorial for you 🙏
@MarcoColoma-nz4jp 10 ай бұрын
What hepened to the 2:1 aspect ratio?
@AeAce 10 ай бұрын
I still can't find my style, I've been all over the place with my creativity. 😞
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
Don't give up! It'll come. 👍
@vinhsanity 9 ай бұрын
Dang, maybe I'm too late, but I couldn't get the 20% code to work...
@chrisbutler8856 10 ай бұрын
This concept of stealing other people's stuff and there are no original ideas in art is why AI is going to destroy the ability for many people to make any money in this industry unfortunately
@RyanKao 10 ай бұрын
While I certainly agree, it will likely cause some difficulties within the industry, I don't personally believe AI will replace storytellers.
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