How to Shoot Mirror Scenes

Mirrors can be tricky to avoid filming yourself - here's some tips

Mirror, mirror on the wall… Mirrors are an impressive tool in cinematography. Not only do they have the potential for creating fascinating shot compositions and ambiguous space, but they can add another layer to your story through the character’s reflection. Reflections themselves pose a big issue, though. Namely, how do you hide your camera and crew? Choosing the right angle is surely a way to do it, but what if you are after rather tricky shots with mirrors? Let’s take a look at some examples and ways to execute them!

Read the full article at CineD - Tricky Shots with Mirrors and Ways to Execute Them

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