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Channel Update - 2022

It’s been a moment. Sorry about that! I took some much needed time to spend with family and just live life, as well… I’m usually so busy with all my various projects that I don’t often get to stop and smell the roses like Spence. Seriously though, he loves smelling flowers and it’s adorable. With the end of one year and the start of another I found myself reflecting on my life goals and how I can better achieve them. And if you haven’t noticed, one of those life goals is directing films. So here's an update about the future of the channel.

VlogAsh BlodgettJune 11, 2022vlogComment

Best Vlogging Phone Setup

Recently I went to the Oregon Short Film Festival and decided to upgrade my phone vlogging setup before I went. While I love my camera, sometimes when I travel I just don’t want to be weighed down by a bunch of video gear and the iPhone cameras have gotten really good, so I like to rock an all iPhone setup. And I’ve got to say, this is the best flogging phone setup I’ve ever had, and I’m super excited to share it with you.

Vlog, Filmmaking Product ReviewAsh BlodgettMarch 21, 2022iphone, iphoneography, vlogComment

Oregon Short Film Festival Review

Recently my short film The Round Table premiered at the 2021 Oregon Short Film Festival. If you’ve seen my other videos, you’ve probably seen lots and lots of behind the scenes footage for The Round Table, so I thought this might be the perfect time to share with you my adventure outside, review the Oregon Short Film Festival, and go over what it’s like to go to a film festival right now. So let’s get into it!

Film Festivals, VlogAsh BlodgettMarch 21, 2022film festivals, vlogComment

What's In My Camera Bag 2021 Edition

I get asked what camera, lenses, and mics I use a lot so I figured I’d bring you a What’s in my camera bag 2021 vlog! Though… honestly what’s in my camera bag really hasn’t changed since you know… I haven’t really been able to shoot much in like over a year. So let’s get to it!

VlogAsh BlodgettJune 25, 2021camera gearComment

Learn How To Shoot Video From Home - My New LinkedIn Learning Course

I'm going to tell you a little secret. I'm not just a YouTuber. I'm also a LinkedIn Learning instructor and have made several courses about YouTube and filmmaking. But the reason I bring this up, you know, besides blatantly bragging is that I think you might actually love my most recent course learning how to shoot video at home.

VlogAsh BlodgettDecember 4, 2020LinkedIn Learning, Learning How To Shoot Video From Home, courseComment

Essential Lighting Gear

Filmmaking is all about light. After all, it doesn't matter how fancy of a camera you have, bad lighting is still bad lighting. So here's some essential lighting gear you'll need to make sure your film is lit. Oh, not that kind of lit, the lighting lit.

VlogAsh BlodgettOctober 7, 2020failed, vlog, infectiousComment

I Failed As A Filmmaker

I failed as a filmmaker, and here's why. A cautionary tale for future filmmakers. So I failed big time, but before we can get into that, we first need to back up. You see, recently one of my short films was reviewed by film threat and it was well less than glowing. So I figured it'd be a good time to take a moment and reflect on this project.

VlogAsh BlodgettSeptember 30, 2020failed, vlog, infectiousComment

Black Indie Films To Watch

In light of the Black Lives Matter movement, it just didn't seem right to bring you a video where I do some silly thing with my dog. So instead, I wanted to highlight some black indie filmmakers and encourage you to support that community by watching their films.

VlogAsh BlodgettJune 6, 2020black filmmakersComment

My Life Feels Like A Movie

My life feels like a movie right now, how about your's? I figured I'd bring a smile to your face with my funny quarantine vlogs! So sit back and enjoy a glimpse into how I'm surviving quarantine!

VlogAsh BlodgettJune 6, 2020quarantineComment

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