Using Green Screen Digital Photography


When you go to a movie and you see Spiderman swinging along the New York skyline most people these days realize that this is done by CGI. But, how was this type of special effect performed many years ago prior to the development of CGI? How did Christopher Reeves fly around the world believably in the old SUPERMAN: THE MOTION PICTURE? In the old days, the process that was utilized via a blue screen or green screen image and if you wish to duplicate this type of special effects process you have the option of using green screen digital photography. This is perfect for those who do not wish to invest the excessive money required to duplicate a highly complicated CGI based special effect and such green screen digital photography is widely available for public use.

What it is


For those not familiar with what green screen digital photography entails it simply refers to photographic your subject matter directly in front of a green backdrop. Later on, the green is removed and replaced with any type of image you prefer. This is done via computer effects as two images are merged to create a very unique single image. This is a relative quick and easy process that could create an image of you standing in a bathing suit on top of Mount Everest! Actually, it can create any type of image that is only limited by your creativity.

Corporate and Business Use


Often, the use of this particular technology can be used to create any number of wonderful visual images and presentations for business and corporate use. This can prove to be a make or break help for those looking to impress business entities into doing business with you. As such, this is technology that should be taken serious…even though there may be some detractors out there.

A Gimmick?


Is green screen digital photography merely a gimmick that is designed more for fun than any serious venture at using special effects for any serious purpose? The answer to this is as follows: who cares! If you wish to use your green screen digital photography for fun or a hobbyist pursuit then so be it. It would be your photographic technology for you to use as you please. So, do not be put off by any nay sayers who may have a problem with your purchase of any software or technology that can facilitate such pursuits.


8-Jan-2008