Why do I keep a cardboard cutout of King Charles in my green screen studio? Well, no offense to Chuck, but I shopped around and he was the cheapest life-sized cardboard cutout I could find. And why do I want … More ☛
Webcams are light and compact, and quality has gotten better as videoconferencing has become more popular. Most laptops and many new monitors have webcams built in. But have you ever seen serious photographers with massive lenses that cost thousands of … More ☛
You’ve probably been advised to look at the camera when you speak on screen, and in general, that’s good advice. But consider another approach. If you were sitting in a live audience, would the speaker look you in the eyes … More ☛
If you’re viewing this content in video format instead of reading it, you’re watching the magic of the green screen. The concept is simple: Film yourself speaking in front of a green screen. Some are fabric. Some are painted on … More ☛
I’ve been videoconferencing for years; this will be easy! I thought as I began my first virtual speech. When it was over, I was surprised at my lackluster performance, and by the number of filler words I used—ums, ers, and … More ☛
You’ve already read at least a dozen articles about ZOOM and videoconferencing that remind you to mute yourself when you’re not talking and look into the camera. Here are eleven important video tips you haven’t read before but should. … More ☛
