Resources/Links
Tons o' links for all things how-to in filmmaking & Fabrication
Build stuff (how to)
Youtube channels and websites I recommend so you don't have to waste your damn time.
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=evil+ted+smith
Evil Ted Smith cosplay builder and personal friend
https://www.youtube.com/c/KamuiCosplayOfficial/videos
Kamui Cosplay cosplay builder
https://www.youtube.com/user/SmoothOnInc
Smooth-on tutorials on mold-making and casting with their own products
https://www.stanwinstonschool.com/
Anything you want to learn in the world of practical filmmaking fabrication.
Makeup, costumes, props, puppets, animatronics, miniatures, and more ... Loads of courses!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjRkUtHQ774mTg1vrQ6uA5A
Realistic model-making techniques, tips, and tricks
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiDJtJKMICpb9B1qf7qjEOA
MythBusters Adam Savage's one-day builds are the best and filled with info
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlnLPMPdUk0&t=180s
Turning tide practical and Digital FX Combo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9UPUtlZUJ4
Slice of life Garage build and shoot
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfjdaJaICBL5mHapxeuA06Q/videos
Slice of life Amazing Visual FX on a low budget
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwcR-QxQBIU
Scandinavia VFX demo reel – great practical solution for FX
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upwyB9YegdU&t=15s
Forced-perspective models
Filmmaking (How To)
YouTube channels for filmmakers (My favorites After weeding through the trash):
https://www.youtube.com/user/ponysmasher
Director David S. Sandberg channel with great insight, tips, and tricks for filmmakers
https://www.youtube.com/user/filmriot
Film Riot: love these guys and their DIY approach to filmmaking
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdTCujcLOEJe4ujH-NL6oUg
Indie Film Hustle: Great info and interviews for filmmakers
https://www.youtube.com/user/indiefilmacdmy
Indie film hustle podcast (Again, brilliant info on filmmaking)
Indie film hustle website (loads of info, courses, resources, and much more!)
https://filmtrepreneur.com/podcasts/
Filmtrepreneur site, podcast, and a great audiobook worth giving a listen to survive indie filmmaking
https://www.youtube.com/user/aputurephoto
Aputure channel for lighting techniques using the aputure lighting systems
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUFoQUaVRt3MVFxqwPUMLCQ
Studio Binder: a wealth of info for filmmakers
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCulLTNc5UdWKBcCqo8GNMbQ
Cool Practical and digital FX channel.
https://www.youtube.com/user/pawalbeck
Great advice, tips, and trick from a commercial and travel filmmaker
https://www.youtube.com/user/RJFilmSchool
Rocket jump film school: great filmmaking advice and tips
https://www.youtube.com/user/samandniko
Next-level Digital ideas and gear
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWWq67D7TofEPq_eBiaYCWw
Lower-budget filmmaking tips
https://www.youtube.com/user/indymogul
Filmmaking tips and tricks from the creators of the Aputure Lighting Systems
https://www.youtube.com/user/D4Darious
Lower-budget filmmaking tips and screenplay breakdowns
https://www.youtube.com/user/TheBuffNerds
The Buff Nerds Filmmaking advice from music video and commercial filmmakers
https://www.youtube.com/c/RobEllisCinematographer/videos
Great video lighting tutorials
https://www.youtube.com/user/dslrvideoshooter
DSLR equipment reviews, lighting, and gear too
https://www.youtube.com/user/marquesbrownlee
Marques Brownlee on new film tech
https://www.youtube.com/user/FLOM0TION
Flo motion after Fx Low-budget greenscreen tricks
https://www.youtube.com/user/nofilmschool/videos
No Film School gear reviews
Write the Screenplay
The most recognized screenwriting teachers
Michael Jamin writing classes from a pro TV writer.
Also, check out his TikTok and podcast for great advice.
https://www.screenwritingtruth.com/
Paul Guyot - Pro writer services. Screenwriting book .
Also, check out his tiktok for great advice.
https://www.writeyourscreenplay.com/
Jacob Krueger writing classes.
Also, check out his tiktok and podcast for great advice.
https://johnaugust.com/scriptnotes
Scriptnotes website of WGA writers John August and Craig Mazin.
also an informative podcast. Not consultants but working, pro writers.
On the Page with Pilar Alessandra. Writing consultation; also a great podcast.
Blake Snyder’s writing system. Some call it generic but it’s a great learning tool.
See his books and courses.
https://www.amazon.ca/Writers-Journey-Mythic-Structure/dp/193290736X
Christopher Vogler's the writer's journey, based on Joseph Campbell's
Hero of a Thousand Faces writing system.
Linda seger books and writing systems
https://www.writersstore.com/authors/john-truby/
John Truby writing system
Jen Grisanti script consulting
Lee Jessup Writers career coaching and consulting
Michael Hague screenwriting coaching and books
The original screenwriting teacher. Read the books learn the rules …
then you can break them.
And Finally (Little Helpers)...
https://www.youtube.com/c/thebradcolbow/videos
Brad Colbow: anything you need to figure out, Digital drawing
for conceptual to storyboards and design
Studio Binder storyboard creator
https://wonderunit.com/storyboarder/
Storyboarder free downloadable storyboards app
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Edl49_JIAs
Studio Binder storyboard creator
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDM9IdB_T2c
Storyboarding on Procreate
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HpHH5xQqp4
Aaron Blaise: Teaches storyboarding course
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBKR4T0hVAY
How to create a storyboard on Procreate
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2bwgQU6XUU
Quick storyboard
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJVuYMyIt2U
Shot pro: storyboard app review
https://www.hollywoodcamerawork.com/shot-designer.html
Shot designer: for blocking, lighting, and camera
https://www.youtube.com/user/HollywoodCameraWork/videos
Hollywood camera works: great advice and tips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sdf0rChX0eI
Shot list tips for filmmakers
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiTX7y2VzHi4yyQg-_EUTuA
Pull my focus tips for filmmakers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fo-UXkKvyio
Iclone: Features guide for digital, conceptual, animation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zsc-6LvkrG0
What Iclone is used for
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hrf0xMv7CpI
Best stock footage site. Don’t own a drone. Does cost $$.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIjqw7zuEVE
Best free stock footage sites
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHfWJZc2EXU
Top Royalty-free music for filmmakers. You have to pay for it, but you can use it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfEukgpEh8A
Thirteen free music site reviews (Royalty-free music and sound FX)