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Veteran Video Nation filmmaker, Conrad Gorner, says filming yourself isn't as difficult as you might think. He has some handy tips on getting the best out of where you are and your equipment.
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Video Diaries
Conrad Gorner
Filming a Video Diary is really quite easy. You just need to take some simple steps to set yourself and your equipment up properly. Conrad Gorner was one of Video Nation's original contributors. Many years ago we asked him to make a short film to give other people tips on how to set up for a video diary, his hints and tips are still very relevant today.

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Veteran Video Nation filmmaker, Conrad Gorner, says filming yourself isn't as difficult as you might think. He has some handy tips on getting the best out of where you are and your equipment.
Video Diaries
By Conrad Gorner
16th September 2010

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Video Diaries
Contributor:
Conrad Gorner
Duration:
00:45 mins
Feature:
Technical - Camerawork and Lighting
Publish Date:
16th September 2010
Location:
VN Headquarters
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