Filmmaking by Todd Downing

You might want to check out this great new book before entering our 2011 Video Contest. It's a practical guide for the aspiring filmmaker. This book is packed with useful information from preproduction to choosing a camera, adjusting lighting and microphones, even film and sound editing. Once you understand the basics of filmmaking you will be one step closer to seeing your name in lights!

Now gather the family around and get inspired to make your short video of two minutes or less, answering the question "How do you have fun at the library?" for a chance to win cash prizes. Submit your entries February 1st- March 19th.