[Jesse Schutt]

Thanks Neil!

So if I was planning on taking this into color and doing some corrections, the HDV codec will hold up just fine or would it be better to be in a ProRes codec instead?

[Jesse Schutt]

Guys!

Thanks so much for all the helpful advice. I will refer back to this thread as I move forward.

It sounds like I can pull this off with a few additional fresnels and some reflecting material.

I really appreciate the tips!

Jesse

[Jesse Schutt]

Hey! Great stuff everyone!

Let me see if I can answer some of the questions. This would be a two camera shoot, most likely in HD with Canon XH-A1’s. As was mentioned before, I would anticipate a fairly static wide shot with the second camera in tight for close ups. That camera would probably be of to the side left and/or right for the tight shots.

Again, the amount of motion is fairly small from the puppets and actors.

If you’d like to see an example of a prior video from this client, check out the intro on this page – https://www.hairyandcompany.com/go/funstuff/video/ I didn’t shoot this and it was done about 6-8 years ago. But it should give an idea of the set and puppets.

I would really appreciate the top end suggestions as well as the minimalistic approach. I have very little background in lighting this type of stuff. I have done basic talking head lighting with varied success.

Thanks again everyone!

[Jesse Schutt]

Michael,

Thanks for the response!

Here is what I have so far. I have two Lowel V-Lights, stands, an umbrella, and gel holder. I also have a Lowel Rifa ex44 Softbox and stand.

I am open to renting or purchasing, but I live in the middle of nowhere and I am not sure if I could find any rentals nearby.

The budget has yet to be set, so I am looking to learn what would be the optimal setup and work down from that point.

Let me know if you need any more information!

Jesse