Oct 23 2008

7 web video myths - 5&6 The Tripod Rules

Published by peter at 2:19 pm under online video, videojournalists

There are two Tripod Rules. The first - Never Shoot with a Tripod, and the second Always Shoot with a Tripod - may seem to contradict one another.

Ignore them unless you are entering a competition of some sort. For everyone else just go with whatever improves your confidence, flexibility, confidence, efficiency and confidence.

- Number 3 in 7 things Videojournalists can learn from Musicians: never allow hesitation, indecision or lack of preparation to affect your performance.

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