the history of the Steadicam and the advent of the shake-free moving shot

One of the most exciting aspects of filmmaking today is the ever-evolving technology available to both amateurs and professionals alike. In recent decades, the growing accessibility of the seemingly endless tools – from countless apps to increasingly powerful and affordable hardware – has allowed for significant developments in every phase of film and video projects from preproduction to distribution. One …

an ode to Dayton, Ohio, and some of its lesser-known inventors

There must be something about Dayton, Ohio, that brings out the innovation in people. Perhaps it’s in the water, which comes from the Great Miami Buried Valley Aquifer, one of the largest and most productive aquifer systems in the country. Perhaps it’s in the heritage of the people of Dayton, home to the men who invented human flight, the cash …