Master Architectural Filmmaking

For aspiring filmmakers and those who want to advance their craft with instruction from Arturo Engel. In this course, you’ll learn to create architectural videos through Arturo’s creative approach and expertise of over fifteen years shooting architecture and interior clientele.

LAUNCHING FALL 2024

LAUNCHING FALL 2024

LEARN HOW TO DO ARCHITECTURAL VIDEOGRAPHY FROM LEVEL 0 TO 100.

Introducing our Residential Videography Course, a comprehensive video series meticulously crafted to demystify the principles of architecture and interior videography, offering an exclusive insight into the approach of Arturo Engel. Delve into the intricate layers of his creative process as he shares invaluable insights on mindset, fundamental filmmaking principles, and strategic approaches to capturing residential spaces.

$585 $435

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Learn everything.

With over 15+ years of filming spaces, Arturo has been at the forefront of this industry pushing the limits of architectural films — now releasing his highly requested course for the first time and teaching everything he believes a filmmaker should know to succeed.

Live monthly zoom calls.

Join Arturo and other course students in live Zoom/Google Meet calls every month. Ask away questions, hear Arturo go over topics. Think of it as a monthly check-in to keep you accountable and another resource to offer you support.

Community discussions.

Be part of Arturo’s architectural filmmaking student community on Facebook. Share your work and get feedback to improve your craft. Community is the name of the game.

Made for all levels.

We knew filmmakers of all levels could find this course valuable. This course is a comprehensive guide into architectural filmmaking as well as high-level tips and strategy to exceed on your client projects.

Learn the filmmaking principles and techniques to create films like this.

The Architectural Filmmaking Course Curriculum

  • Section 1: Introduction

    • The history of architecture cinematography

    • Introducing Arturo+Lauren

    • Why and when everyone needs video

    • Course explanation

  • Section 2: Creative Approach

    • Conveying a space emotionally

    • Working as an indie production

    • Understanding and identifying client needs

    • Must have framework for client projects

  • Section 3: Frame Rate, Shutter, ISO, Codecs, Bitrates

    • Filming in RAW

    • Frame rate

    • ISO

    • Codecs

    • Bitrates

    • White balance

    • Aspect ratio

  • Section 4: Gear

    • Choosing Cameras

    • Lens

    • Filters

    • Tripods

    • Fluid head

    • Sliders/dolly

    • Gimbal

    • Knowing when to own or rent gear

  • Section 5: Stabilization Methodology

    • Shooting handheld

    • Working with gyroscopic data stabilization

    • Shoulder rigs

    • Easy rigs

    • Basic chest pad

    • Cinestaddle

  • Section 6: Timelapses

    • Capturing timelapses in different formats

    • Common timelapse mistakes to avoid

    • Optimal way to film a timelapse

    • Filming hyperlapses

  • Section 7: Composition & Framing Techniques

    • How to think about composition

    • Exploring various composition techniques (rule of thirds, symmetry, tracking shots, etc..)

  • Section 8: Casual Videographer

    • Short clips

    • Drone clips

    • Cinemagraph

    • Stop motion

  • Section 9: Avoid Making These Composition Mistakes

    • Choosing the right camera height for a situation

    • Correct drone height

    • Bird’s eye shots

    • Using only one type of equipment

    • Overdoing showcasing functional elements

    • When to shoot houses with lights on

  • Section 10: Lighting Techniques

    • How to work with light to tell a story

    • When to use natural versus artificial light

    • How to remedy unique lighting situations (high contrast, dark settings, overblown windows)

  • Section 11: Pre-Production Planning

    • Pre-production itinerary

    • Shooting stills and video together

    • Treatment and storyboarding

    • Location scouting and reading the sun

    • Camera prep routine

    • Crew roles

    • Preparing questions for interview heavy videos

  • Section 12: Nailing Production Day

    • Client communication during production day

    • Your camera settings on set

    • Capturing and recording audio on set

    • Walkthrough: using a gimbal only

    • Walkthrough: iPhone only filmmaking

  • Section 13: Post-Production

    • File transferring

    • Folder management

    • Timelapse composition

    • Process: initial assembly, rough cut, and the final cut

    • Choosing the right sound and finding music legally

    • Color grading

    • Delivery

    • Backups and archiving

    • Hiring extra help

  • Section 14: Audio Capture & Mastery

    • Speech enhancement

    • Ambient sounds

    • Working with audio technicians/engineers

    • Conducting a final check before delivery

  • Section 15: Landing Video Clients

    • Building a strong portfolio

    • How we would begin marketing our video services from scratch

    • Getting your first video client

    • Positioning yourself for international clientele

    • Why we love using SEO, PR, and social media

  • Section 16: Video Business Practices for Success

    • Nailing the first client call

    • Effective communication strategies with clients

    • Building rapport with architects, designers, and other stakeholders

    • Crafting compelling pitches

    • Pricing your work + estimate breakdown

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Meet Your Instructor

Arturo Engel is a leading photographer and videographer for architectural, interiors, and design projects in Europe. Arturo’s cinematic works complement the still images yet give these projects a different dimension of tactility and ambiance otherwise not captured in a photograph.

Growing up in coastal Mallorca, which is dotted by beach resorts frequented by tourists and art patrons and historic remains built by the Romans and Moors, Arturo was exposed to both counterculture and hospitality while learning strobing and post-production techniques. Demand for his work has taken him all over the world for shoots, which includes Switzerland, Germany, and the Dominican Republic. 

Arturo is a native of Barcelona and grew up in Mallorca. He studied both arts and photography at the Col.legi Monti-sion Pollença.

With over 15+ years of filming spaces, Arturo has been at the forefront of this industry pushing the limits of architectural films — now releasing his highly requested course for the first time.

Architecture/Interior

The Beverly Hills Hearst Estate

In 2022, we connected with a PR connection on Instagram. We met in person to connect and get to know each other. After that initial meeting, nearly six months later, our contact who managed PR for the Hearst Estate tapped us in to create new assets for their website refresh.

Our studio, Arturo+Lauren, sent an estimate…

Commercial/Residential

Brooklyn Home Company

Our involvement with Brooklyn Home Company began when a PR professional sought an architectural and interior videographer for her vendor list. A casual meet-up over drinks led to a wonderful opportunity a few months later.

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