welcome to hurlbut visuals
Hurlbut Visuals is an online educational platform and professional networking tool that improves your confidence and competence as a filmmaker.
Together, the Hurlbut Visuals team creates an engaging online curriculum that covers everything from the basics of filmmaking and theory to essential industry knowledge. Beginner and advanced filmmakers are welcome. Take courses on highly-technical grip and electric work, how to shape light, camera movement techniques, pre-production planning through post-production workflow, and critical leadership skills for career advancement.
Become a member of the Inner Circle; go behind the scenes with Shane Hurlbut, ASC. Learn on the go, wherever you are and from any device. Get access to invaluable information and resources, and finetune your art with the help of a global filmmaking community.
Learn the art of filmmaking at your own pace.
Shane’s inner circle
Become a member of Shane’s Inner Circle and obtain immediate access to 12 lessons & 3 hours of video tutorials. Every week, get brand new content with insider knowledge and skills that will help you develop your filmmaking career, whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned professional.
featured Courses
Take advantage of our limited time sale! Learn everything from lighting techniques and production to camera dynamics. Track your progress as you lear your own pace, whenever and wherever you want.
Lighting techniques
$129.99
camera dynamics
$49.99
lighting theory
$29.99
production
$29.99
Featured Store Products
Not a member of Shane’s Inner Circle? Access step-by-step mentored tutorials on all aspects of cinematography. Get behind the scenes with up close and personal access to Shane during these unique cinematography courses.
On Set Series: “Into the Badlands” – Day Interior Set Lighting – Late Afternoon
$19.99
On Set Series: “Waist Deep” – How To Blend Perspectives
$19.99
On Set Series: “Waist Deep” – How To Shoot a Chase Sequence Bundle
$79.99
On Set Series: “Into the Badlands” – Day Interior Midday
$19.99
the hurlblog
Read the the latest industry insights from Shane Hurlbut, ASC. Get free access to knowledge about the art and science of cinematography, advanced lighting techniques, rules for powerful storytelling, and even directing and producing.
latest articles
HOW TO RIG YOUR CAMERA: STUDIO BUILD
May 9, 2018
I’m always getting asked what I use or why I use a specific piece of hardware or gear for my studio build setup. Read more
Embarking on a Journey: with Fáelán Maley
April 30, 2018
Fáelán, who was once a kickass assistant of mine, is a cinematographer on a mission. Read more
Top 5 Vimeo Shakedown: Music Videos
April 29, 2018
Since the beginning of MTV in the early-80’s, Music Videos have grown to be a staple in the entertainment industry, as well as all of popular culture. Read more
Mastering the Industry with SIC
April 25, 2018
It’s not an easy feat to make your mark in an over-saturated landscape like Hollywood, and that’s what makes a community like the SIC such an important network. Read more
Win $30,000 Towards Your Short Film
April 24, 2018
SHIFT, a rebrand of MediaSilo and Wiredrive, has unveiled their Creative Fund which will award three narrative short film projects. Read more
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