Creative Aspect Ratio Techniques
In this tutorial, you discover why certain aspect ratios work well and how to shoot for a particular framing style.
Christopher Kenworthy
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7 min read
This post is part of a series called Video Jumpstart Guide.
This post is part of a series called Cinematic Shot Choices.
You know what video looks like on YouTube and a TV screen, but do you know how to make the most of widescreen shooting? In this lesson, you discover why certain aspect ratios work well and how to shoot for a particular framing style.
Whether you’re shooting for the web or finishing a feature film, understanding the shape of your image is a fundamental skill that can transform the look of your footage.



