Color plays a huge role in a film. Here’s how to use color theory to help tell your story, shape characters, and evoke emotion. Read more
The ACA collection represents decades of nature footage. Shot on 16 mm, it is one of Canada’s largest such archives. Read more
Climate change organization 350.org is the first to benefit from free footage provided through Dissolve for a Cause. Read more
Video editing tips on reverse motion stabilization of locked-off shots from a graphic designer with an Adobe subscription and no training. Read more
Different shots serve different purposes in your story. Find out what they are, then use our “shot types” filter to hone your search. Read more
Real people, real style, real appeal. See the latest clips in our exclusive Dissolve Filmmaker collection. Read more
With some studios accepting only true 4K, it has become industry standard. If you haven’t made the leap, here’s why you should. Read more
Until June 30, spend $99 and get your pick of T-shirt — declare your hardcore commitment to cat videos or pay homage to eyestrain. Read more
Michael Shainblum’s latest timelapse film is darker, more abstract, and more intimate than his usual work. Read more
Dedicated to making films for social and environmental projects, Simon uses his camera as a tool for making the world a better place. Read more
See how you can get up to $2,500 in footage to use in a pro bono project with the Dissolve for a Cause program. Read more
Scene-stealing performances and Hollywood-level cinematography and art direction — these award-worthy clips show just how compelling stock footage can be. Read more
Get your head around the lingo of licensing stock footage and photography with this easy primer. Read more
Some of the big trends our video editor saw at Sundance this year. (Hope you kept your bell bottoms.) Read more
Having a proper model release can be the difference between your content selling or getting passed over because it’s unusable. Here’s what it should include. Read more
Looks like all those years playing video games have paid off for Josh Fields. His drone-flying game is strong, and he’s carving out a niche with his aerial footage. Read more
Boost your search for the perfect clips or photos using these handy tips. Read more
In four years, the Main Idea team has gone from shooting ski movies while in school to filming Alicia Keys. Read more
Add some swashy flair to your projects. Until April 30, 2017, you can get Mark Simonson’s Bookmania Bold free. Read more
In the third of our series on shooting commercial stock in public environments, we navigate the tricky waters of buildings and other landmarks. Read more