Avtandil Chachibaia

Avtandil Chachibaia

NYC-based award-winning filmmaker and media enthusiast. Part of the Pond5 team since 2011.

Contributor Tips, Education

HMIs, LEDs, and More: A Guide to Film and Video Lighting Equipment

If you’re looking to light up your next production, or just interested in learning more about what goes on behind the scenes, this guide to the key light sources used in film and video will help illuminate the way.

May 4, 2016 / 534 Shares / Comments

Education

Basic Video Terms Every Videographer Needs to Know

From NTSC to UHD, here are some of the most common basic video terms you’ll need to know to make sure you’re getting the shot you want in the format desired.

April 8, 2016 / 110 Shares / Comments

Education

From Long Shot to Close Up: The 13 Camera Shots Everyone Should Know

Various shot types help to convey specific perspectives and emotions differently, and mixing them in a particular way can help you to develop your own shooting style.

April 1, 2016 / 757 Shares / Comments

Pro Tips, Trends

5 Essential Drone Cinematography Techniques

Drones are getting less expensive by the day, allowing aerial enthusiasts to get more creative than ever. These techniques are the perfect place to start.

March 17, 2016 / 692 Shares / Comments

Contributor Tips, Education

Building Your Video Kit: 5 Gear Essentials

Building the right video kit is essential for ensuring the quality of the content you’re going to produce, as well as the efficiency with which you produce it.

March 7, 2016 / 715 Shares / Comments

Trends

Video Trends 2015

Lately, we at Pond5, have been collecting data to showcase current video trends for our artist community and help all of us to understand what’s …

February 10, 2015 / Comments