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Learn To Edit Music Videos And Create Special FX Like A PRO With Fun, Easy And Fast Techniques, Using FREE And Low Cost Software!

Video Editing By Val Cameron, Dreamlight, Footage & FX By Belwoni Productions

You don't have to spend thousands of dollars to learn professional video editing & special FX.

Sure, there is a time and place for everything, but frankly, have you ever seen a racing driver sit in a formula 1 car on their first day?

There is a reason for that, and what I'm about to share with you might come as a shock to you, and might upset one or two "video editing gurus"...

 

Hi, I'm Val Cameron from Dreamlight...

I've been doing professional video editing for over two decades of my life, I've traveled the world, been filming in the US, Europe and editing music videos, commercials, live broadcasting, short movies, full length feature movies and even documentaries. I won several local movie festivals in Sweden with my editing skills.

I've been editing using everything from a cheap home VCR and a camera to expensive professional $1,000 / day studios, using everything from free video editing software, to software that costs hundreds of dollars...

...and if there's one thing I've learned during all those years, its this:

 

90% Of ALL Editing Is The Same And Why Music Video Editing Is The Best To Learn First

The SAME rules apply to all video editing, regardless of what you edit.

I've also discovered that learning music video editing is the best way to learn video editing, since you get to master all basic stuff, while also learning timing, emotion and pacing, as well as the importance of interaction between video clips in a rapid way.

Plus, it's fun too!

Besides, music videos can be as short as 30 sec, so the projects are very easy to manage with its limited footage, compared to longer and bigger projects.

This is PERFECT if you're just starting out, or if you're a semi-pro video editor that want to take your skills to the next level!

With that said, it doesn't matter if you're editing using a free software or using something more advanced.

If you don't know the 90%, the CORE of video editing, you'll probably waste a lot of time and money on stuff you don't need anyway.

It's like putting a new soon-to-be race driver in a formula 1 car. Chances are high that he or she will drive off the road no matter how hard they try.

 

If you're like me, you like things to be simple, fun and you want to see progress fast. That's why I've opened Video Editing Mastery Club, where you'll learn:

 

1. The CORE of music video editing, where I reveal ALL of my 30+ tricks that took me 20+ years to master

2. How to do professional video editing and special FX using FREE or low cost software, such as DAZ Studio, Movie Studio and After Effects...

3. How to edit QUICKLY, while having FUN during the process

 

Now, I've been teaching thousands of 3D artists and 2D artists since 2005, and I'm well known for easy, step by step and fun tutorials that give IMMEDIATE benefits.

That's some pretty BOLD statements, but don't take our word for it... See what other artists say about Dreamlight:

"Your class has improved both my understanding of 3D lighting, and my confidence in my ability to light my scenes and produce art I can be proud of. I have found your class to be well-designed, intelligent, and if you'll excuse the expression, illuminating.",

Angela Knight - 3D artist, New York Times bestselling author

"If we are lucky, in our lifetime we earn the privilege of getting to know and work with someone who can only be described as a genius. Since 2005 I have watched Val Cameron share the incredible genius he has for 3D Art with countless others all over the world in way that allows them to learn and grow from his seemingly limitless experience and talent. His patient and caring coaching style has empowered others to expand their understanding of what is possible to a point where the impossible, suddenly becomes reality!",

Mike Lewis - Spain 

 

 

RED Footage, Special FX And Support Included

Yes, we'll be playing with fun toys, green screen, motion tracking, adding 3D graphics and CG to video footage and all that, but don't worry about getting overwhelmed...

...we'll start with the CORE, so that you feel confident and get results quickly!

Also, unlike most gurus out there, I won't let you off the hook with some videos.

I'll be there for you 100% all the way, and provide you with professional feedback and support all the way, inside our closed Facebook group for members only (opens Nov 5). This is completely for FREE, included in your membership.

Now, on top of this all, you get to play with professional footage inside our club, shot with a RED camera by my dear brother, Peter, from Belwoni Productions. Most of our main club video tutorials are based on this incredible footage...

 

This is truly a one of a kind place, where your editing dreams come true like nowhere else...

Sounds good?

Then you're welcome aboard!

 

Waiting For You Inside Right Now:

As of July 26 2020, we're no longer delivering weekly content releases and there is no new content planned. All previously released content is accessible as usual.

Using 3D Models As Dancers - Part 5 - 7 min 7 sec - July 26 2020

3D models can be used with so called mocap for creating additional footage for your videos. In today's video, we're using silhouette dancers rendered in DAZ Studio and mixing them with footage in creative ways. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Using 3D Models As Dancers - Part 4 - 11 min 39 sec - July 19 2020

3D models can be used with so called mocap for creating additional footage for your videos. In today's video, we're adding a distant blurry dancer "behind" the main sharp footage. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Using 3D Models As Dancers - Part 3 - 11 min 26 sec - July 12 2020

3D models can be used with so called mocap for creating additional footage for your videos. In today's video, we're adding a distant dancing girl on top of moving water using DAZ Studio and Photoshop. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Using 3D Models As Dancers - Part 2 - 7 min 26 sec - July 5 2020

3D models can be used with so called mocap for creating additional footage for your videos. In today's video, we're looking at some more advanced camera options and also how to make the dace moves to appear more fluid. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Using 3D Models As Dancers - Part 1 - 5 min 47 sec - June 28 2020

3D models can be used with so called mocap for creating additional footage for your videos. In today's videos, we'll be looking at some examples and also set up a 3D girl in DAZ Studio against a white background. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Using Music Visualizers -  7 min 9 sec - June 21 2020

Music Visualizers create stunning video effects and graphics, while reacting to the music. It's the perfect tool for cool effects or simply extra footage for your projects. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Following The Action - 5 min 20 sec - June 14 2020

Discover how focusing on the action gives you smoother cuts and makes the video easier to watch. With Jason White from 2Create.

Blending Multiple Clips In After Effects - 4 min 29 sec - June 7 2020

In today's video we're going to merge and blend several video clips into a cool unique video sequence using Adobe After Effects. With Jason White from 2Create.

Mixing Multiple Clips Into One In Photoshop - Part 2 - 10 min 16 sec - May 31 2020

In today's video we're going to merge and blend several video clips from Pixabay and one still image into a cool unique video sequence, right inside Photoshop. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Mixing Multiple Clips Into One In Photoshop - 7 min 36 sec - May 24 2020

In today's video we're going to merge and blend several video clips from Pixabay and one still image into a cool unique video sequence, right inside Photoshop. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Double Exposure - Part 1 - 8 min 44 sec - May 17 2020

In these series of videos you'll learn how to shoot multiple videos of the same or different location, and quickly blend them together into a single video. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Mixing DAZ Grimes Footage With Abstract Footage - 8 min 36 sec - May 10 2020

In today's video you'll learn how to mix a slightly shaky video footage with a smooth video background, and how to hide the fact that they are not fully synced camera-shake-wise. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

3 Magical Video Secrets - 11 min 16 sec - May 3 2020

In today's video you'll learn the 3 magical secrets that can turn virtually any footage into something... MAGICAL. One of these secrets is very often used in Hollywood movies and TV-series. Apply these secrets when you shoot your movies and your videos will instantly look more professional. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Foley Audio Tracks - Part 3 - 9 min 50 sec - April 26 2020

In these series of videos we're going to record and edit several layers of so called foley audio tracks. These are re-recorded layers of special sounds, such as sound of cloth, shoes or other sounds, that are used to enhance a particular sequence during the post-process. In part 3, we're mixing additional two layers, with a total of 4 foley tracks. Note there's a delay in the sound compared to the video preview. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Foley Audio Tracks - Part 2 - 14 min 29 sec - April 19 2020

In these series of videos we're going to record and edit several layers of so called foley audio tracks. These are re-recorded layers of special sounds, such as sound of cloth, shoes or other sounds, that are used to enhance a particular sequence during the post-process. In part 2, we're mixing two foley tracks with perfect timing in a video editing software. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Foley Audio Tracks - Part 1 - 8 min 44 sec - April 12 2020

In these series of videos we're going to record and edit several layers of so called foley audio tracks. These are re-recorded layers of special sounds, such as sound of cloth, shoes or other sounds, that are used to enhance a particular sequence during the post-process. In part 1, we're practicing and recording two layers. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating A Story Driven Music Video - Part 3 - 18 min 12 sec - April 5 2020

In these series of videos we're going to create a story driven music video, based on the various song parts as outlined last week. In part 3, we're creating a black border effect across all clips, as so called letterbox effect. We're also progressing with editing the music video. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating A Story Driven Music Video - Part 2 - 13 min 15 sec - March 29 2020

In these series of videos we're going to create a story driven music video, based on the various song parts as outlined last week. In part 2, we're selecting a song from my new favorite place online and start editing the first 40 seconds of the video. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating A Story Driven Music Video - Part 1 - 18 min 57 sec - March 22 2020

In these series of videos we're going to create a story driven music video, based on the various song parts as outlined last week. In part 1, we're outlining the story and start collecting free video clips. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Music Structure - 9 min 28 sec - March 15 2020

Each song is built from several blocks, and in today's video you'll learn what those blocks are and what role they play when creating a more advanced music video with a story-line. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Cross-Fade Mania - 18 min 31 sec - March 8 2020

In today's video we're going to create a crazy effect by blending lots of cross-fading effects into a "cross-fade mania". Useful when you're short of footage or need something that looks more cool than the original footage. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Filters In Movie Studio 16 - 10 min 24 sec - March 1 2020

In today's video we're exploring the built in and also extended package filters that come with Movie Studio 16 and how you can apply them "partially" if there is no option for that. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating A Strobe Glitch Effect And Due Color Effect In AE -  4 min 44 sec - Feb 23 2020

In today's video we're going to have fun with cars, creating a strobe glitch effect as well as a duo color effect using After Effects. With Jason White from 2Create.

Stabilizing Footage Shot Without A Gimbal Stabilizer - 5 min 47 sec - Feb 16 2020

When you shoot your footage without a gimbal stabilizer camera add-on, it can turn out quite shaky, especially when you walk or move. In today's video we're stabilizing the footage using After Effects. With Jason White from 2Create.

Creating Duo-Tone Effect In Adobe Premiere - 7 min 21 sec - Feb 9 2020

In today's video we're creating a very cool and colorful effect called "Duo-Tone", which turns any video footage into color-clash unlike anything else. With Jason White from 2Create.

Creating "Girls" Music Video - Part 10 - 15 min 38 sec - Feb 2 2020

In these series of videos we're creating a music video from scratch using footage from Pond5, Pixabay and Viddoyze. In part 10, we're showcasing an alternative post-work process using Adobe Premiere. With Jason White from 2Create.

Creating "Girls" Music Video - Part 9 - 14 min 19 sec - Jan 25 2020

In these series of videos we're creating a music video from scratch using footage from Pond5, Pixabay and Viddoyze. In part 9, we're rendering the final video and then create a ghost-effect using a video editing software. Finally, we load the video in Photoshop and apply some cool Camera Raw effects directly to the video clip. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating A Water Reflection Effect In Photoshop - 6 min 1 sec - Jan 19 2020

Photoshop is quite useful for video effects. In today's video, we're going to play with a water reflection effect applied to our video footage right in Photoshop. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating "Girls" Music Video - Part 8 - 19 min 51 sec - Jan 12 2020

In these series of videos we're creating a music video from scratch using footage from Pond5, Pixabay and Viddoyze. In part 8, we're adding the final b/w noised-up footage to fill the gaps in our music video. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating "Girls" Music Video - Part 7 - 20 min 15 sec - Jan 5 2020

In these series of videos we're creating a music video from scratch using footage from Pond5, Pixabay and Viddoyze. In part 7, we're adding more of our newly created b/w noised-up footage to fill the gaps in our music video. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Adobe Premiere Basics - Part 3 - Adjustment Layers - 11 min 55 sec - Dec 29 2019

Adobe Premiere is a popular video editing software. In today's video, we're taking a closer look at some basic editing using this software, so that you can find out if this application is something for you. In today's video we're looking into adjustment layers. With Jason White from 2Create.

Adobe Premiere Basics - Part 2 - 13 min 54 sec - Dec 22 2019

Adobe Premiere is a popular video editing software. In today's video, we're taking a closer look at some basic editing using this software, so that you can find out if this application is something for you. We're editing rock-band footage. With Jason White from 2Create.

Adobe Premiere Basics - 7 min 49 sec - Dec 15 2019

Adobe Premiere is a popular video editing software. In today's video, we're taking a closer look at some basic editing using this software, so that you can find out if this application is something for you. With Jason White from 2Create.

Motion Tracking Basics In AE - 11 min 36 sec - Dec 8 2019

Learn how to motion track video footage and add effects on top of it, making it look like they're part of the original footage. With Jason White from 2Create.

Creating A Bouncing Text In After Effects - 6 min 20 sec - Dec 1 2019

Learn how to make a text bounce around using After Effects. Useful for making your titles or logos come alive and look more eye-catching than static text. With Jason White from 2Create.

Creating A Cool "Flipper" Transition Using After Effects - 6 min 32 sec - Nov 24 2019

You can easily create your own custom transitions and effects using After Effects. In today's  video we're going to showcase how you can create a small flipping logo and duplicate it across the screen for a cool black & white transition effect. With Jason White from 2Create.

Making Of "Black Friday" Loop Using AE - 9 min 32 sec - Nov 17 2019

In today's  video we're going to examine a video animation loop created using After Effects, to be displayed in big shopping malls. With Jason White from 2Create.

Animating A Flying Creature Using After Effects Puppet Pin Tool - 15 min 48 sec - Nov 10 2019

Today we're going to animate a flying dragon's wings using the cool puppet pin tool in After Effects. With Jason White from 2Create.

Creating "Girls" Music Video - Part 6 - 20 min 54 sec - Nov 2 2019

In these series of videos we're creating a music video from scratch using footage from Pond5, Pixabay and Viddoyze. In part 6, we're adding clips from our newly created b/w noised-up footage to fill the gaps in our music video. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating "Girls" Music Video - Part 5 - 24 min 57 sec - Sept Oct 26 2019

In these series of videos we're creating a music video from scratch using footage from Pond5, Pixabay and Viddoyze. In part 5, we're creating additional content for our video by adding noise layers to all the footage and making it black & white. This will then be imported into our music video at a later stage, to make it more dramatic and interesting. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating Additional Footage By Adding Noise Effects - 11 min 8 sec - Oct 20 2019

Sometimes when you run our of video footage, what you can do is play with noise effects. In this video, we're going to play with some really cool but yet simple to achieve effects inside Photoshop as well as a video editing software. Using this technique, not only can you achieve a cool visual style, but you can easily double or triple the amount of video footage. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Adding Cool Video Overlays To Footage Using Photoshop - 16 min 57 sec - Oct 13 2019

Stacking video effects on top of each other can create some really cool and unique effects. In today's video, we're taking a look at both some obvious effects as well as some hidden gems using the Photoshop timeline. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Adding Text To Video Footage With Cool Effects Using The Photoshop Timeline - 9 min 22 sec - Oct 6 2019

In today's video, we're taking a break from editing our music video, and add some really cool effects to text overlays on top of video using the Photoshop timeline. These effects will be used in the upcoming tutorials, where we'll add additional footage to our music video using this technique. With Val C.

Creating "Girls" Music Video - Part 4 - 24 min - Sept 29 2019

In these series of videos we're creating a music video from scratch using footage from Pond5, Pixabay and Viddoyze. In part 4, we continue to edit the music video. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating "Girls" Music Video - Part 3 - 17 min 15 sec - Sept 21 2019

In these series of videos we're creating a music video from scratch using footage from Pond5, Pixabay and Viddoyze. In part 3, we continue to edit the music video. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating "Girls" Music Video - Part 2 - 23 min 52 sec - Sept 15 2019

In these series of videos we're creating a music video from scratch using footage from Pond5, Pixabay and Viddoyze. In part 2, we're starting to mix some of the footage with a cool song from Premium Beat. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating "Girls" Music Video - Part 1 - 21 min 6 sec - Sept 8 2019

In these series of videos we're creating a music video from scratch using footage from Pond5, Pixabay and Viddoyze. In part 1, we're gathering most of the content. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Using Footage As Decoration And Lighting - Part 2 - 23 min 48 sec - Sept 1 2019

In part 2, we're rendering the main sequence in DAZ Studio as well an additional layer to separate the footage from the room. We're also mixing the two layers together into a final sequence in a video editing software. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Using Footage As Decoration And Lighting - Part 1 - 22 min 17 sec - Aug 24 2019

When you need additional footage, but don't have more to use, it's time to get creative. In this video, we'll use the footage as a wall decoration-and-light source-in-one. We're going to create en entire room in DAZ Studio from scratch, and prepare it for further lighting and moving footage implementation in the next part. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating A Moving Laser Beam Effect - Part 2 - 13 min 53 sec - Aug 17 2019

In these series of videos we're going to explore various ways of creating so called "moving laser beams", which look better compared to static or still laser beams. In part 2, we're creating a laser beam effect inside Photoshop, and then animate it inside a video editing software. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating A Moving Laser Beam Effect - Part 1 - 14 min 34 sec - Aug 11 2019

In these series of videos we're going to explore various ways of creating so called "moving laser beams", which look better compared to static or still laser beams. In part 1, we're creating a laser beam effect inside Photoshop, and then play it back in a video editing software. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing A Car Race Video - Part 3 - 28 min 8 sec - Aug 4 2019

We're going for high speed video footage, blended with high octane music with breaks. In these series of videos, we're going to have some fun with car clips and audio. In part 3, we making the final edits, reaching approx 95% completion as far as editing goes. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing A Car Race Video - Part 2 - 30 min 50 sec - July 28 2019

We're going for high speed video footage, blended with high octane music with breaks. In these series of videos, we're going to have some fun with car clips and audio. In part 2, we continue and add a few clips to our video, reaching approx 65% completion rate of the project. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Adding A Looping Background To A Walking Girl On Green Screen - Part 2 - 12 min 45 sec - July 20 2019

Green screen enables you to replace the background or any other elements that are green in your footage. In these series of videos, we'll be playing with various kinds of backgrounds extracted from a still photo, and turning them into a moving or looping background behind our model. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing A Car Race Video - Part 1 - 26 min 50 sec - July 13 2019

We're going for high speed video footage, blended with high octane music with breaks. In these series of videos, we're going to have some fun with car clips and audio. In part 1, we're shortening the music by 1 minute, and inserting a few of the clips to match the music. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Adding A Looping Background To A Walking Girl On Green Screen - Part 1 - 20 min 38 sec - July 6 2019

Green screen enables you to replace the background or any other elements that are green in your footage. In these series of videos, we'll be playing with various kinds of backgrounds extracted from a still photo, and turning them into a moving or looping background behind our model. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

How To Use Plexus Effects In AE - 8 min 4 sec - June 30 2019

In this video we're going to take a look at a real project created using 3D software and also After Effects for additional Plexus effects. With Jason White from 2Create.

Intro To Camera Tracking And Plexus Using AE - 6 min 42 sec - June 23 2019

Camera tracking is a powerful feature that lets you add additional graphics that follows a certain object in your footage. In this video, we're going over some basics when it comes to camera tracking and plexus in Adobe After Effects. With Jason White from 2Create.

The Power Of Music - 7 min 48 sec - June 16 2019

Most people think that the video, that is what we see, is the most important thing. It's not. Actually, what we hear has the power to alter how we perceive what we see. In this video, you'll experience this phenomenon step by step, as we edit a short movie, and then add two different scores, and watch the magic happen as we play them back. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Real Project Example Using After Effects - 6 min 42 sec - June 9 2019

In this video, we're going to take a look at a real project that was created using After Effects on top of filmed video footage, adding some cool computer graphics that follows a robotic arm.With Jason White from 2Create.

Adobe After Effects Time Re-Mapping - 6 min 31 sec - June 2 2019

Sometimes it can be useful to speed up or slow down the video, in order to shorten a long pan or slow down parts that are going too fast. This is also useful to re-sync music, if you want a specific part of your footage to be timed with a music event. With Jason White from 2Create.

Creating A Selective Blur Effect - 6 min 58 sec - May 26 2019

Sometime it can be useful to blur things you don't want to see, or re-focus on subjects you want to enhance. This effect can also be used for fun as a music video effect. Learn how to create this cool effect inside Movie Studio Platinum 13, although the same principles apply to any video editing software with layers and basic effects. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Adobe After Effects Motion Blur And Vector Smoothing - 4 min 35 sec - May 18 2019

In today's video we're going to create cool motion blur effects as well smooth vector graphics so that it remains sharp when scaled. With Jason White from 2Create.

How To Create Loops In After Effects - 6 min 28 sec - May 12 2019

Looping is useful when you want objects to perform a certain motion indefinitely. In this video, you'll learn how to create your own loops. With Jason White from 2Create.

How To Create And Use Comps (Groups) In After Effects - 6 min 20 sec - May 5 2019

Grouping items together is called a "comp" and is very useful when duplicating items, but also controlling several items in one go. With Jason White from 2Create.

Intro To Editing Using Camtasia Studio - 13 min 13 sec - April 28 2019

Camtasia Studio is the go-to software for screen-recording, but it also has surprisingly good editing tools that are extremely easy to use. In this video we're going through its basic tools that deliver incredible power with ease. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Playing With Alpha Masks In Adobe After Effects - 3 min 37 sec - April 20 2019

Alpha masks are useful for isolating items or objects, for instance when you want to change the background. In today's video, we'll be exploring how alpha masks work inside Adobe After Effects. With Jason White from 2Create.

Creating A Depth Effect / Depth Of Field Effect Using After Effects For A 3D Render - 5 min 24 sec - April 14 2019

Adobe After Effects has lots of features and tools. Learn how to use it for creating incredible depth effects for your 3D renders. This effect can also be used for photos and videos. With Jason White from 2Create.

Creating A Moving Text Mask Using Adobe After Effects - 8 min 4 sec - April 7 2019

In today's video we're going to be placing a stationary text that gets revealed as the camera pans along the car using Adobe After Effects. The technique is called masking, and enables you to isolate moving objects. With Jason White from 2Create.

Working With Low Resolution "Proxies" - 8 min 45 sec - March 31 2019

When working with large files, especially large 4k video footage, the editing software or Adobe After Effects can eat up memory fast and produce very slow previews and not even play back in real time. In order to fix this, we're going to use something called "proxies", which is using low resolution versions during editing, prior to the final editing. Find out how to create these in this video. With Jason White from 2Create.

Moving And Zooming Still Images - 8 min 46 sec - March 24 2019

Still images are quite still because they are still images, and in video, that can often look a little "too still". In this video, we're going to take a closer look and how moving and even zooming still images can inject a little life and make your videos more appealing and fun to watch. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

How To Add A Letterbox Effect - 8 min 43 sec - March 16 2019

Letterboxing is a technique on preserving the more wide cinematic screen ratio on a 16:9 TV (or any screen ratio TV), with the common top and bottom black borders. In this video, you'll learn a few ways of doing that, all with pros and cons using both a video editing software as well as Photoshop. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Color-toning Your Video Clips - 9 min 45 sec - March 10 2019

Color-toning is adjusting the color-scale and contrast so that it gets a specific look and feel. Often, you can use various types of color choices to increase emotional impact and enhance story-telling components of your videos, or just do it as part of your visual style. Learn all about it in this video. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating Blurry Transitional Effects From Your Footage - 7 min 24 sec - March 3 2019

When you run out of clips, or if two persistent clips won't come together nicely, you can create a blurry transitional effect that will not only give you more footage to play with, but also ease the transition between difficult clips. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Dual Timelines And Emotional Build-up - 21 min 20 sec - Feb 24 2019

When using dual timelines, or parallel stories happening at different times, we can use emotional build-up before switching between the timelines. Emotional build-up is also useful with a single timeline. In today's video we're going to explore this in more detail. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Storytelling Basics - 15 min 6 sec - Feb 17 2019

In today's video, we're going to be toying with a few clips, and specifically how they impact the viewer visually as well as psychologically, depending on in which order they are revealed to the audience. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating A Ghost / Delayed Motion Blur Effect - 4 min 26 sec - Feb 10 2019

A very cool thing you can add is a ghost / delayed motion blur effect by using a little layering trickery. In this video, we're going to add a dreamy ghost effect to our dancer using a video editing software. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Adding A Ground Shadow And Reflective Floor Effect To Objects In A Video Editing Software - 10 min 58 sec - Feb 3 2019

In this video we're going to be creating a ground shadow effect as well as a reflective floor effect to a green screen dancer. This is useful if your footage comes without a ground shadow, or if you simply want to spice things up. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Intro To Sound Effects - 30 min 8 sec - Jan 27 2019

Sound is important. In fact, many consider sound to be 50% of the total experience. In this video, we're going to add two layers of sound effects in a video editing softeware, and adjust them to that they follow the movement of the UFO. We're also going to add a laser beam, created in Photoshop and time everything with the sound effects. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Adding An UFO To A Video Clip In Photoshop - 12 min 12 sec - Jan 20 2019

In today's video we're going to add an UFO to a video clip and match the movement plus add some extra lens glare effects on top. All without leaving Photoshop! With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Adding Animated Fog On Top Of Video In Photoshop CS - 9 min 46 sec - Jan 13 2019

Did you know Photohop CS has a video timeline, where you can add videos and add cool layered effects, such as animated fog? In today's video I'm going to show you exactly that, including how to place the fog effect behind the couple. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Green Screen Dancing Girl - Part 5 - 19 min 5 sec - Jan 6 2019

In these series of videos, we're going to explore how to use a dancing girl on green screen inside a video editing software as well as inside DAZ Studio. In part 5, we're going to play with several layers inside Adobe After Effects, and also use a DAZ Studio rendered image for background.  With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Green Screen Dancing Girl - Part 4 - 33 min 28 sec - Dec 29 2018

In these series of videos, we're going to explore how to use a dancing girl on green screen inside a video editing software as well as inside DAZ Studio. In part 4, we're adjusting the dance sequence files, so that they can be read by the DAZ Studio Animated Textures plugin. We also render the final animation and add Photoshop FX, before playing it back in a video editing software. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Green Screen Dancing Girl - Part 3 - 23 min 50 sec - Dec 22 2018

In these series of videos, we're going to explore how to use a dancing girl on green screen inside a video editing software as well as inside DAZ Studio. In part 3, we're updating the alpha masks in Photoshop, to get rid of the green edge, we're animating the DS camera and fine-tuning the animation. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Green Screen Dancing Girl - Part 2 - 28 min 42 sec - Dec 15 2018

In these series of videos, we're going to explore how to use a dancing girl on green screen inside a video editing software as well as inside DAZ Studio. In part 2, we're gathering a dancing clip, extracting the image sequence and mask, plus setting up a DAZ Studio scene featuring a Stonemason prop and roughly matching a still. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Green Screen Dancing Girl - Part 1 - 25 min 58 sec - Dec 7 2018

In these series of videos, we're going to explore how to use a dancing girl on green screen inside a video editing software as well as inside DAZ Studio. In part 1, we're specifically creating a fake shadow effect both in the video editing software and also inside DAZ Studio. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Importing Video Clips Into DAZ Studio - 20 min 9 sec - Dec 1 2018

Rendering inside DAZ Studio with video clips isn't as straight forward as it sounds, since we cannot load video files directly. Instead, we're going to explore how to import and animate images sequences, and also how to rename hundreds of images in 1 second. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Special FX Tricks: Green Screen In DAZ Studio - 16 min 58 sec - Nov 21 2018

In today's video we're going to use a green screen explosion and create an alpha mask using a video editing software for use inside DAZ Studio. We're exploring this effect as a still render from a video clip. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Animating Graphics Overlay In DAZ Studio - 27 min 41 sec - Nov 14 2018

In this video you'll learn all you need to know to quickly get started with rendering cool graphics and animation inside DAZ Studio, that you can then combine and overlay on top of video footage. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Special FX Tricks: Green Screen - 12 min 25 sec - Nov 8 2018

Green screen, also called Chroma Key, is an awesome effect that can be used for so many cool things, such as replacing the background. In this video, we'll explore green screen footage inside a subway wagon, and replace the green color with two different types of background footage. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: High Speed Lead In Lead Out - 11 min 5 sec - Oct 30 2018

This effect is created when a portion of a video clip is played at high speed, prior to showing another part of it at normal speed. This creates a very cool effect that can be used as is, or for accenting music. In this video you'll learn how to create this effect even if your software limits how fast you can playback. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: Picture In Picture - 10 min 3 sec - Oct 29 2018

Picture In Picture (PIP) is when you mix two images with each other, one being on top of the other. This can be used to show two or more video clips at the same time, or for more advanced effects, such as replacing the TV screen. In this video, we're taking a quick look at this effect in Movie Studio Platinum 13 as well as Adobe After Effects. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Quick Intro To Adobe After Effects - 9 min 18 sec - Oct 28 2018

Adobe After Effects is the industry standard software for video effects and for animating images and videos. It's pretty much like Photoshop with a timeline--on steroids! In this short video, we're taking a look at a very basic project and some basic operations and effects, including adding key-frames. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: Wipes - 8 min 17 sec - Oct 27 2018

Wipes are fun transition effects that can be used for effects, but they can also quickly become too much, and especially too much 80īs playground. Learn how to use them so that they contribute to your music videos, instead of taking away from them. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: Extending And Shortening Music - 9 min 26 sec - Oct 26 2018

Sometimes the music clip you're using is either too short or too long, or you want to alter how it sounds and where it accents. Maybe you want to mix two different tracks together. In this video, we'll explore two ways of doing just that. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: 2 Ways Of Timing Music - 8 min 22 sec - Oct 25 2018

There are two ways of timing and accenting footage with music, and in this video we're exploring them both. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: Double Exposure - 10 min 37 sec - Oct 24 2018

Double exposure is an effect where we blend two or more tracks with variable transparency effects. This is useful as an effect in itself, but can also be used for more emotional effects that enhance the story being told. In this video, we're looking at when it's appropriate to use two layers, and when more layers can make an impact, and also exactly how this effect is created in your editing software. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Creating Large Moving Text - 14 min 25 sec - Oct 23 2018

In today's video, we're taking a look at how to create those large cool moving texts, both within a video editing software as well as using Photoshop. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Manual Motion Tracking And Lighting - Adding A 3D UFO To Video Footage Using DAZ Studio - Part 3 - 15 min 57 sec - Oct 22 2018

In part 3, we're adding the UFO footage on top of the video footage, making some quick adjustments and also adding faked motion blur right in the video editing software. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

6 Types Of Music Videos - 11 min 28 sec - Oct 21 2018

There are 6 types of music videos, each and one with its own distinctive style. In this video we'll explore all 6 types, and take a look at some examples, and what makes them tick. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: Camera Lead-In Lead-Out - 7 min 39 sec - Oct 20 2018

Camera lead-in and lead-out effects can either be filmed with the camera on location, or created in your video editing software. In this video, you'll learn how to create them manually in a video editing software, and how these cool effects can be used to "repair" difficult cuts and also add tension and drama to your music videos and even spice up "static material".  With Val C. 

Editing Tricks: Slow Motion - 5 min 38 sec - Oct 19 2018

Slow motion can be very cool and even dramatic. It has its downsides though, and knowing how and where to use it will help you make your videos look more professional. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Manual Motion Tracking And Lighting - Adding A 3D UFO To Video Footage Using DAZ Studio - Part 2 - 19 min 57 sec - Oct 192018

In this video, you'll learn the basics of using a manual approach, and how to match a 3D UFO with video footage using the free DAZ Studio 3D Software. In part 2, I'm animating the UFO and adding camera motion that matches the footage plus rendering the entire sequence. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: Flash Cuts - 10 min 29 sec - Oct 18 2018

Flash cuts are perfect small video clips you can use to make two or more stubborn video clips work together. In this video, you'll learn the two different kinds of flash cuts, and also how and when you can use them step step by step. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Intro To DAZ Studio User Interface - 21 min 29 sec - Oct 18 2018

Jumping straight into a new software can be intimidating. DAZ Studio is the best software in the world regarding it's amazing user interface, but all the options can at times seem overwhelming. In this video, you'll be immediately set you on the right track with the main important areas, settings and navigation. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

The 4 Ways Of Using Lighting In DAZ Studio - 25 min 24 sec - Oct 18 2018

Lighting is one of the most important aspects of 3D art. It's also one of the largest topics and most new 3D artists get quickly lost in all the options. In this easy to digest video, you'll be introduced to the 4 ways of using lighting inside DAZ Studio Iray. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Intro To DAZ Studio Cameras - 23 min 23 sec - Oct 18 2018

Learn all the basics of DAZ Studio cameras, how to use movement, rotation and Depth of Field, plus all the features you need to know to really start feeling at home with your cameras. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

How To Install DAZ Studio And Poser Content Manually - 11 min 46 sec - Oct 18 2018

In this short video, I'll show you the most simple and best way to manually install DAZ Studio and Poser content inside DAZ Studio. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Intro To Photoshop CS - 31 min 36 sec - Oct 18 2018

Photoshop is the world leading photo and image editing software. In this video, you'll learn the very basics so you can quickly navigate through the menus, using the most common tools. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Manual Motion Tracking And Lighting - Adding A 3D UFO To Video Footage Using DAZ Studio - Part 1 - 24 min 16 sec - Oct 17 2018

Adding CG and 3D elements to footage is a lot of fun, but can be difficult if you don't know how it's done. In this video, you'll learn the basics of using a manual approach, and how to match a 3D UFO with video footage using the free DAZ Studio 3D Software. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

The Anatomy Of Editing A Music Video - 4 min 26 sec - Oct 16 2018

There's a certain "anatomy" to editing a music video that follows the music, accents it correctly and has its own life. Doing this the right way will enhance your video. Doing it the wrong way, can make it less appealing and even ruin your video footage... With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: 4 Main Rules - 6 min 48 sec - Oct 16 2018

If you're just starting out, these 4 rules are the most effective ones. Applying these will make your edits and cuts look a lot more professional and make the whole editing process a lot easier and more fun. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: Fade In Fade Out - 8 min 40 sec - Oct 16 2018

Fade In and Fade Out are both editing effects that can be used for cosmetic reasons, and as an aid with difficult cuts. But, these effects can also be used for something entirely else, and quite useful too! Find out all about these effects in this video. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: Crossfade - 4 min 13 sec - Oct 16 2018

Crossfading is yet another very useful editing trick that can be used for cosmetic and non cosmetic reasons. But unlike the Fade In and Fade Out effects, it has a big disadvantage. Learn how to create crossfading effects in this video. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: Staccato - 5 min 4 sec - Oct 16 2018

In most cases, creating a staccato cut leads to the dreaded and ugly looking "jump cut", where an edit just feels misplaced, awkward and "jumpy". But, the staccato effect is very useful when done properly and there is a way to make the staccato effect feel just right. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: Lucky Roll - 4 min 44 sec - Oct 16 2018

Yes, with my 20+ years experience in video editing, there is something I call the "lucky roll". It should not be possible, but it is, and in this video you'll learn how you can achieve similar "luck" when doing your own editing and just getting video clips aligned properly one after another. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Editing Tricks: Speed Editing - 3 min 30 sec - Oct 16 2018

Want to learn how to edit up to 10 times faster without sacrificing quality? Most people spend their time on the completely wrong stuff. In this video, I'll show you exactly how to speed up your editing, while having a blast. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Adding Filters Using Photoshop CS - 16 min 34 sec - Oct 16 2018

Not all effects or filters need to be added using the editing software. In fact, some effects can be applied using Photoshop CS. Find out exactly how this is done, and also, how to mix and match between the untouched and filtered images inside the video editing software. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Finding Music Tracks - 3 min 59 sec - Oct 16 2018

Finding the right music track can be a pain. In this video you'll discover the best sources for finding high quality music for all your projects, including the place where I purchase the best music available online. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Finding Video Clips - 14 min 58 sec - Oct 16 2018

In this video you'll learn where to find free and paid video clips for your projects. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Overview Of The Editing Process - 10 min 49 sec - Oct 16 2018

In this video you'll learn the BIG picture, how various applications contribute to your projects, and what parts are necessary when editing video digitally. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Intro To Movie Studio Platinum 13 - 16 min 19 sec - Oct 16 2018

Learn the basics of the software I use personally and recommend you get started with. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

Video Editing Software - 15 min 26 sec - Oct 16 2018

Let's face it, it's a jungle out there. There's free software, low entry software, mid range software and high end applications. In this video we're taking a look at some of the best out there, helping you find what fits you and your needs. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

 

   

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A complete video tutorial that will show you can you can create and edit your own music videos using completely free video clips. Includes making of a music video from scratch to final video file using Movie Studio Platinum 13. With Val Cameron from Dreamlight.

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