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Drones and Helicopters: Only the Best Tool Will Fly, Part 3

We look at footage taken from a variety of drones, cameras, and helicopters. We discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each category of aerial cinematography gear and identify ideal use cases for each type of rig. With this information you will have a better understanding of which tool to fly that will give you the best results for the type of shot you are planning to capture. This was presented at the GSCA 2022 International Conference in Chattanooga in September 2022 and is an update [...]

Drones and Helicopters: Only the Best Tool Will Fly, Part 32025-04-07T17:38:42+00:00

Filling the Gap Between Helicopters and Satellites

The advancement of new stabilized gimbal systems has opened a new level of aerial filming, from heights up to 50,000 feet and speeds of 500 mph. Aerial DP Peter Degerfeldt showcases some examples of how this is possible and what benefits a production can have using this unique tool. Buckle up—there will some G forces! Presented by Peter Degerfeldt, Blue Sky Aerial and Specialist Filming, at the Innovations Session during the GSCA 2022 International Conference in Chattanooga.

Filling the Gap Between Helicopters and Satellites2023-12-06T20:00:49+00:00

This Might Get Loud

“Sound is 50 percent of this movie-going experience,” says George Lucas, and you will hear why in this session. Award-winning sound designer Tim Archer will introduce new and upcoming location audio recording gear and techniques, with an emphasis on recording extremely loud sounds using high SPL (sound pressure level) microphones and 32-bit float recorders. Experience a high SPL recording of jet engines and other audio highlights on the Tennessee Aquarium’s IMAX sound system and find out how to capture them in the field. Session organized [...]

This Might Get Loud2025-04-07T17:39:34+00:00

Shooting for the Giant Screen

Filmmaking for the dome is quite different from the flat screen. There are special considerations in composition, action, lighting, editing, and grading to produce films that really work on the hemispherical screen. Jonathan Bird shares a basic introduction to filmmaking for the unique demands of the dome. Session organized by the GSCA Innovations Committee for the GSCA 2022 International Conference in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Committee Co-Chairs Michael Daut, Michael Daut Productions; and Christian Fry, CVF Productions. Presenter: Jonathan Bird, Oceanic Research Group. [...]

Shooting for the Giant Screen2025-04-07T17:22:49+00:00