With several locations secured, I'm starting work on the basic lighting designs for my next feature. I'm using Previs Pro to create the storyboards, and through the program's 3D architecture, I can start roughing in a simple lighting approach for each setup.
Because we're operating on a fairly low budget for this indie, doing this 3D advance work lets me think through my setups and make my needs list without spending hours taking notes at a physical location. I sit in the comfort of my office or my couch at home and get to work.
What tools do you use to pre-visualize your setups? Have you tried Previs Pro? Comment below.
Cool Michael Fitzer, Mfa ! I can't believe I just saw this now. I haven't used Previs Pro, in fact, eh hem... this is the first I am hearing of it. For previs, especially in the field (location, on the fly) I tend to sketch things out like a toddler's stick drawings, drawing lines to figure out what might need light and where I might put the cam. Storyboarding... sounds like you're more than just DP on this project. I'd love to know more about it.