Lighting in cinema, or how painters taught the set

Lighting in cinema, or how painters taught the set

Before the camera, painters decided where the light came from. A window on the left, a candle on the table, a sun too high: every choice told something. On a set, a cinematographer does exactly the same, with lamps instead of brushes. Here are seven ways to light a...
Luxury hotels and fine dining: images that drive bookings

Luxury hotels and fine dining: images that drive bookings

Nobody books a room because the listing says “quiet and comfortable”. People book because they have pictured themselves, for a few seconds, on that terrace at sunset, drink in hand. In luxury hospitality and fine dining, images do the work of desire, long before the...
Going international: subtitles, voice-over or dubbing?

Going international: subtitles, voice-over or dubbing?

Your best brand film has just been watched by a prospect in Munich. He didn’t understand a word. He politely closed the tab, and you never knew. Communicating internationally doesn’t mean redoing all your communication. It means choosing the right...
12 moments of the year not to miss for your content

12 moments of the year not to miss for your content

One Tuesday in November, you wake up: Black Friday is three days away and you have neither photo nor video ready. Nothing could be more common, and nothing more avoidable. Here are twelve moments, one per month, to prepare for before they’re upon you. The...
The 6 types of photos every business needs

The 6 types of photos every business needs

Look for a recent photo of your team. Found one? Is it good quality, do you like it, and is it less than two years old? If you hesitate, your image library needs a refresh. Here are the six types of photos every company needs. 1. Team portraits What they’re for:...