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Video as a Collaborative Art

~ Steve Stockman

31 Mar 2016

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I just shot my first video ever, and had some trouble getting the actors to do what I wanted. When you’re directing, how much of the performance is up to you, and how much do you let the actor come up …(Read the rest)

Get Serious to Attract Actors

~ Steve Stockman

13 Feb 2016

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How do you attract actors? Make sure your project is a serious project. 5 tips for getting serious.

Dealing with Lousy Actors

~ Steve Stockman

30 Dec 2013

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I got your book for Christmas and I LOVE it !! :)  I’m 15 years old and this coming summer I am gonna be shooting my first HUGE movie!! (I have made many movies before but never one so planned and big) So I …(Read the rest)

Why Knowing “Why” makes Better Video

~ Steve Stockman

22 Jul 2013

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I’m an author who’d like to shoot promotional videos for YouTube marketing purposes How do I put together a video of my books using just stock footage? Eventually, I’d like to put out a casting call on my local Craig’s List, …(Read the rest)

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