Thanks to Eddie at Vid-Atlantic, I got to try the CineMorph filter on the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 ART. The results are addictive! Wide angle, extreme close up anamorphic character. I love it!
What should you expect from Anamorphic on a Budget in 2017? Time to answer those questions and open up for input! Share your thoughts on the comments below!
Here’s an upgraded version for the anamorphic mumps correction tutorial I posted last year. Featuring a free AE preset that will let you apply the adjustment directly to video! I made this episode in collaboration with Lucas Pfaff.
The ultimate comparison between anamorphic single Focus Solutions! Rectilux vs Rangefinder vs FM Lens. Which one is the best option? Watch the video and decide for yourself!
Hey friends! I’m here today for a different subject. The subject of “I want to keep making these videos”, but I need your help.
I started this channel in July of 2015, with the goal of bringing more information to the subject of anamorphic lenses and adapters. The anamorphic look is attractive, but there are plenty of strange practices and myths when shooting with scopes. If you’re new to the channel, I recommend going back through the archives: we’re talking about over 70 videos; one every week, with a wide variety among tutorials and reviews plus free custom parts for download.
The challenge in making videos
In the beginning I said “I won’t spend any money on this”, and “I’ll be using what I already have”. I was wrong. I constantly invested in upgrades to make better videos. The amount I spent last year just to keep it running was almost $800 – for improved sound, webhosting, software and occasional gear rentals. I haven’t gotten any of it back because all the content is available for free – and that’s how I plan to keep it. I can’t sustain these expenses, though and this is when Patreon comes in. Patreon is a platform where you can donate to content creators on a monthly basis.
Here’s some data: the average video takes me between eight to twelve hours to complete. That is researching, writing, shooting everything (myself speaking, lensporn or tutorial steps, charts and world test), editing and wrapping. All of that competes with school and work. I put four videos up every month and the money I get from YouTube is enough to pay me a salary of $0.60/hour. I’m sure you wouldn’t take a job with that description.
How you can help!
The goal is to increase the amount of material I put out and the overall quality of the videos and articles. By that I mean not only video, but also written posts and tools (like the quick guide on how to buy your first anamorphic lens and the Anamorphic Calculator. I started to develop the Anamorphic Cookbook months ago and that has barely moved because I can’t afford to spend time on it!
The reward system in Patreon is super cool as I can detail what’s the next step/upgrade to the project and I can have your input on what subject interests you the most. You should really check out the page to see how much I’m putting into it. In the past year I got plenty of messages and comments from you saying how much you appreciate the videos and that you’d like to offer some support. Here’s your chance!
All money will go entirely towards this project. You can give also Join the channel on YouTube for some exclusive perks. If that’s not your thing, you can still help by subscribing, liking and sharing the videos. Keep this in mind while watching 2017’s first episode! I’m Tito Ferradans, and I’ll see you next week.
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