Ep 189: Behind the Lens: How We Photograph and Film Our Paper Flowers

Have you ever wondered how we capture those beautiful shots of our paper flowers? In this episode, Quynh, Jessie, and Sara pull back the curtain on their photography and videography equipment, settings, and creative processes.

Sara shares her daily filming routine and why she shoots the same action from multiple angles. Jessie breaks down her camera choices and explains why the person behind the lens matters more than the equipment. And Quynh reveals her favorite affordable tripod and why she upgraded her Canon for her book deal.

"Do a B-roll shot list of things that you want to capture because when you're filming, you forget you're thinking you're getting all this." - Quynh

Whether you're shooting with an iPhone or investing in professional equipment, this conversation is packed with practical tips to help you showcase your work beautifully.

Here’s What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

Sara's complete camera setup and why she switched from Canon to Sony
The importance of lenses over camera bodies (and which ones to invest in first)
How to shoot multiple angles of the same action for dynamic content
iPhone camera settings for the highest quality photos and videos
Why natural light beats artificial lighting every single time
The pre-production process: shot lists, prep work, and planning your day
Editing software recommendations: Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Lightroom, and more
How to find affordable secondhand camera equipment
The best tripods for overhead shots and easy movement
Microphone recommendations for clear audio in videos

Equipment & Tools Mentioned:

Sony cameras (various models) with GM 16-35mm wide angle zoom lens
Canon DSLR cameras
Fujifilm GFX 50S II (for professional photography)
Viltrox 20mm lens (affordable option, around $100)
iPhone 16 Pro Max with specific camera settings
Rode shotgun and wireless microphones
DJI Osmo and DJI wireless remote
Greek Geekcraft tripod (extends to 7 feet with magnetic phone mount)
Tethering cables for shooting directly to computer

Editing Software Mentioned:

Adobe Premiere Pro (video editing)
Final Cut Pro (video editing for Mac users)
Adobe Lightroom (photo editing)
Adobe Photoshop (advanced photo editing)
Edits app (mobile video editing)
Snapseed (mobile photo editing)
Capture One (professional photo editing with tethering)

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Ep 189: Behind the Lens: How We Photograph and Film Our Paper Flowers

"Do a B-roll shot list of things that you want to capture because when you're filming, you forget you're thinking you're getting all this." - Quynh

Here’s What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

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