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At Taculia Entertainment, I’ve been capturing stories through the lens since 2012 — from movies and music videos to weddings and funerals. One of the most versatile shots I often rely on is the over-the-shoulder (OTS) shot. OTS shots are invaluable for dialogue, perspective, and creating a sense of connection between characters. They allow the […]
One thing I’ve learned in my years behind the camera at Taculia Entertainment is that angles can completely change how a story feels. Since 2012, I’ve shot everything from movies and music videos to weddings and funerals, and I’ve seen firsthand how a simple shift in angle can turn a normal shot into a powerful […]
At Taculia Entertainment, I’ve been telling stories through a camera lens since 2012. From shooting movies and music videos to weddings, funerals, and dedications, one thing I’ve learned is this: medium shots are the bread and butter of filmmaking. They strike the perfect balance between close-ups that capture emotion and wide shots that set the […]
Close-up shots are one of the most powerful tools in filmmaking. By tightly framing a subject, often focusing on a face, hands, or a critical object, close-ups allow the audience to connect emotionally with the scene. They are essential for emphasizing emotion, detail, and storytelling nuance. A well-executed close-up can transform a scene, turning a […]
In filmmaking, how you frame and capture a scene can completely transform the story. Camera shots and angles are essential tools that shape audience perception, convey emotion, and enhance narrative impact. Whether you’re a budding filmmaker, content creator, or cinematography enthusiast, understanding the different types of camera shots and angles is critical. This guide will […]
How do you set camera angles? is one question often asked by cinematographers and photographers, so in this article, I will show you how to set camera angles? Setting camera angles are basically camera techniques that every cinematographer or photographer should master and use whenever they get behind the camera. We can term it acting […]
Are camera angles and shots the same? this is one question often asked by so many who are interested in cinematography. So in this article, I am going to show you the difference between camera angles and shots as well as examples of them both. In general, camera angles and shots are the various techniques […]
If you want to add more variety to your photo shoots, then you have to understand the best camera angles in photography you should be using. Camera angles entail moving your camera in different directions to achieve different kinds of photographic shots. It is not a crime to improvise and come up with your own […]
There are lots of camera angles you can use to spice up your video clips, however, it is not all the camera angles you are going to see in every video production, but there are the most commonly used ones you are always going to see, and those are the ones we are going to […]
In this article, we are going to look at the meaning of a 3/4 shot in film. And without much ado, let us move on to see what is the meaning of a 3/4 shot. What is a 3/4 shot in film? A 3/4 shot, which is also known as the medium close-up shot is […]