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Divide and conquer: Split screen video

Mark Billen January 12, 2023

Splitting video is an editing trick for showing multiple shots on-screen. In this guide, we discuss why and when to use it before explaining how

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Welcome to the FXhome blog – your one-stop learning resource for everything filmmaking and video production-related. Whether you’re into editing, VFX, photography, or motion graphics, we’ve got you covered. Let’s get learning.

Learn HitFilm & Imerge

Learn editing techniques, how to use HitFilm effects and more with these short videos

HitFilm Pro

The first cuts are the deepest: Essential video editing techniques you need to know

Getting creative with video is all about making the most of your shots. Let’s make every cut count with this special look at video editing techniques for beginners and beyond.

Mark Billen March 9, 2022

Idea Development

How to make a movie right now

Making your own film is a hugely enjoyable exercise. If you want to make a movie with a low budget, limited resources, and little experience then this is the guide for you.

Mark Billen October 19, 2021

careers in film

Anatomy of a Film Production Crew

Do you dream of a career in film? With lots of paths to choose, we identify the most important job roles within a production crew.

Mark Billen October 18, 2021

New Release: HitFilm 2021.2

It’s that time again folks! The latest releases of HitFilm Pro and HitFilm Express are now here and ready for download. In the new update,

Steven Spicer September 23, 2021

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New Release: Imerge Pro 2021.3

The Imerge team has been hard at work to bring you the next Imerge Pro release just in time for the end of summer. We’ve added 8 new effects, a new-and-improved effects menu, and new ‘effect stack’ presets to speed up your workflow. Keep reading to learn what’s new in Imerge 2021.3.

Steven Spicer July 29, 2021

Tutorial

How to create realistic lens blur and depth in HitFilm

Want to level up the quality of your composites? While not usually the focus of the scene, the type of blur you use in your VFX work can make a huge difference in the overall realism of the shot. In this tutorial, Zach introduces you to the Lens Blur effect and explains how it can be used

Hannah Odebode July 22, 2021

The Matrix

How to create a freeze time effect

Inspired by the most iconic scene from The Matrix, the bullet time effect is the best way to capture the most intense action scenes! Today we’re using HitFilm and its built-in Foundry Camera Tracker effect along with footage taken with CamTrackAR to show you how it can be done easily and on a low budget.

Hannah Odebode July 15, 2021

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HitFilm Pro

How to color correct skin tones in any NLE

Learning how to color correct skin tones can be a difficult thing to master. Luckily, finding that ‘sweet spot’ is a lot easier than it seems and can be achieved in a few easy steps. In this article, we’ll show you how to color correct skin tones in any NLE.

Steven Spicer July 14, 2021

Tutorial

How to use Foundry’s 3D Camera Tracker in HitFilm

Add 3D models and VFX to your video footage with the Foundry 3D Camera Tracker! This tool (included in HitFilm and can be tried for FREE) allows you to take any pre-recorded footage, track it, and add CG elements flawlessly, creating incredible levels of realism, production value, and storytelling potential. Zach takes you through the entire process so that you’ll be able to create the VFX shots you’ve always wanted.

Hannah Odebode July 13, 2021