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=Basics=
*This page outlines the workflow used for High Level Photo and Video Production
*This only becomes neccissary if selling the product, or if using it in an enviroment with high standards
*This is also not "all or nothing" tips or individual tools can be chosen without the WHOLE WORKFLOW

=Photo=
==Pre-Shoot Stuff==
*Probably won't be done everytime, but needs to be mentioned

===De-Dusting of Camera + Lens===
*

===Mounting Lens On Camera===
*

===Calibrating Lens Focus===
*Set a [[Autofocus Calibration Aid]] up (best option is on a tripod)
*Follow the instructions on the [[Autofocus Calibration Aid]] page under the useful links section
*This can be done anywhere from anually, to after every lens mounting

===Set Up Lighting ETC===
*This involves planning the desired result, and looking around and/or using a light meter
*Add lights if neccisary, and/or adjust windows + window curtains/blinds etc

===Set Up Other Equipment===
*Connect all Equipment
*Power Everything Up
*Open All Software, and get it ready to go (such as [[digiCamControl]]

===Color Calibration===
*Take a photo of a [[Color Chart and Calibration Tool]] to aid in post processing of the image

==Taking the Photo==
*Refer to [[Photography Techniques]]

==Post Photoshoot Cleanup==
*Power Down everything SAFELY
*Put all equipment away, preferably in cases and/or bags
*Gather the Data Storage Devices ( [[Micro-SD Card]]s , [[SD Card]]s, [[CFast Card]]s , [[USB Flash Storage Drive]]s , [[Red Mimi-Mag]]s etc (And Preferably put them in a case as well)

==Post Processing==
*Load all the RAW files onto a computer using a [[Digital Storage Device Adapter]] or [[Digital Storage Device Interface]]
*Organise them into a project file, and label them either by batch labeling, or individually depending on need
*Make a copy to edit

==Editing==
*Open GIMP
*Correct the [[White Balance]], and [[Photo/Video Color Grading]]
*If shot in [[RAW Format]] exposure can be adjusted as well
*Crop As Needed
*Save the .xcf file

==Export==
*Export as a [[.PNG]]
*Export as a [[.JPG]]
*Perhaps [[FLIF]] as well
*Do this for each size/version of each image

==Storage/Backup==
*Organise all Files
*Finally a [[RAID]] enclosure and/or cloud backup is '''HIGHLY''' reccomended since data loss can be catostrophic
*This can be a RAID array built into the PC being used, a USB or Thunderbolt 3 Attached [[RAID ARRAY]] or a [[NAS]]
*Cloud Backup and/or CD, External Hard Drive, or Magnetic Tapes are also options (CD's are good for small files and have the longest [[Un-Powered Data Storage Lifetime]], Magnetic Tapes, if stored properly can last a long time, and can hold lots of data, and are becoming cheaper. Finally for large backups nothing beats magnetic tape for cost and density, although this comes at the cost of speed, and requiring a tape drive
*Write Once Memory tends to have a longer [[Un-Powered Data Storage Lifetime]] as well
*FINNALLY once the files are organised and backed up, double check this, '''THEN the memory cards etc can be wiped and reformatted/have all the files deleted

=Video=
==Pre-Shoot Stuff==
*Probably won't be done everytime, but needs to be mentioned

===De-Dusting of Camera + Lens===
*

===Mounting Lens On Camera===
*

===Calibrating Lens Focus===
*Set a [[Autofocus Calibration Aid]] up (best option is on a tripod)
*Follow the instructions on the [[Autofocus Calibration Aid]] page under the useful links section
*This can be done anywhere from anually, to after every lens mounting

===Set Up Lighting ETC===
*This involves planning the desired result, and looking around and/or using a light meter
*Add lights if neccisary, and/or adjust windows + window curtains/blinds etc

===Set Up Other Equipment===
*Connect all Equipment
*Power Everything Up
*Open All Software, and get it ready to go (such as [[digiCamControl]]

===Color Calibration + Production Slate===
*Use a production slate with color calibration strip, and perhaps a timecode

==Taking the Photo==
*Refer to [[Videoagraphy Techniques]]

==Post Photoshoot Cleanup==
*Optioal repeat of the "Color Calibration + Production Slate" with the board upside down, or with an indicator to signal the end time IF timecode is used on the slate
*Power Down everything SAFELY
*Put all equipment away, preferably in cases and/or bags
*Gather the Data Storage Devices ( [[Micro-SD Card]]s , [[SD Card]]s, [[CFast Card]]s , [[USB Flash Storage Drive]]s , [[Red Mimi-Mag]]s etc (And Preferably put them in a case as well)

==Post Processing==
*Load all the RAW files onto a computer using a [[Digital Storage Device Adapter]] or [[Digital Storage Device Interface]]
*Organise them into a project file, and label them either by batch labeling, or individually depending on need
*Make a copy to edit

==Editing==
*Open Blender
*Sync the Audio (See [[Audio Syncing]] ) also this is unnessisary if using a syncing timecode device, or integrated audio
*Correct the [[White Balance]], and [[Photo/Video Color Grading]]
*If shot in [[RAW Format]] exposure can be adjusted as well
*Crop and Crop as Needed
*Save the blender file in whatever format suits the application

===VFX/Hotlinks/Text====
*This can all be added in as well

==Export==
*Export as a [[.MP4]]
*Export as a [[.WebM

*Do this for each size/version of each image

==Storage/Backup==
*Organise all Files
*Finally a [[RAID]] enclosure and/or cloud backup is '''HIGHLY''' reccomended since data loss can be catostrophic
*This can be a RAID array built into the PC being used, a USB or Thunderbolt 3 Attached [[RAID ARRAY]] or a [[NAS]]
*Cloud Backup and/or CD, External Hard Drive, or Magnetic Tapes are also options (CD's are good for small files and have the longest [[Un-Powered Data Storage Lifetime]], Magnetic Tapes, if stored properly can last a long time, and can hold lots of data, and are becoming cheaper. Finally for large backups nothing beats magnetic tape for cost and density, although this comes at the cost of speed, and requiring a tape drive
*Write Once Memory tends to have a longer [[Un-Powered Data Storage Lifetime]] as well
*FINNALLY once the files are organised and backed up, double check this, '''THEN the memory cards etc can be wiped and reformatted/have all the files deleted

==Uploading to Youtube==
*See [[How to Upload Videos to Youtube]]

=See Also=
*[[Prosumer/Professional Photo/Video Equipment]]
*[https://wiki.opensourceecology.org/wiki/Construction_Sets#Photography.2FCinematography.2FAudio_Production_Stuff This Section]] of the [[Construction Sets]] page

=Useful Links=
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yud8-l68vm8 A Video by Tested on Their Workflow (Specifically Media Management) ]

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