What a year it's been! Despite every curveball 2020 threw at us, the Cornerstone Studios team managed to produce high-quality learning content including, two new Original Learning series, new DNA and Grovo programs, as well as content focusing on mental health and sponsorship - and these are just the highlights!

About MPB: MPB is the world’s largest platform to buy, sell and trade in used photography and videography kit. MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro. We’re loved and trusted by more than 250,000 visual storytellers around the world. Follow us on: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mpbcom/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/mpbcom Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/mpbcom Read more articles- https://www.mpb.com/content

Ready to go from grom to pro? We’ve teamed up with award-winning filmmaker and founder of the Solento Surf Festival, Taylor Steele, for a true masterclass where he shares his filmmaking secrets - from concept to post-production - to help you make a world-class film. 00:00 Introduction 01:34 What is a surf film? 03:00 Funding 03:56 Pre-Production 04:39 Crew 05:49 Directing & Working with Surfers 07:03 Capturing the Action 08:49 Gear 09:34 Lens Choice 10:07 Frame Rates 10:35 Lighting 11:00 Storytelling 13:29 Protecting Locations 14:24 Editing 15:16 Music 15:55 Feedback 16:24 Where to Show Your Film 17:39 Promoting Your Film 18:09 Conclusion 📷 Get the gear in this video Canon EOS Rebel T5 https://www.mpb.com/product/canon-eos-rebel-t5 Sony FX30 https://www.mpb.com/product/sony-fx30 Canon EOS R5 https://www.mpb.com/product/canon-eos-r5 Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM SPORT - Canon EF Fit https://www.mpb.com/product/sigma-150-600mm-f-5-6-3-dg-os-hsm-sport-canon-ef-fit Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM https://www.mpb.com/product/canon-rf-70-200mm-f-2-8-l-is-usm Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS https://www.mpb.com/product/sony-fe-200-600mm-f5-6-6-3-g-oss 🌐 Find us at Reviews, Guides, Knowledge https://www.mpb.com/content Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mpbcom/ Twitter https://twitter.com/mpbcom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mpbcom TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@mpbcom MPB is the world’s largest platform to buy, sell and trade in used photography and videography gear. MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro. We’re loved and trusted by more than 650,000 visual storytellers around the world.

A teaser trailer for our Behind the Scenes content that pulls the curtain back on our teams and how we make the world's top learning content!

Ready to switch from a smartphone to a camera for video content? We’ve highlighted three of the best Sony cameras for visual storytellers jumping into content creation. Regardless of the footage you film, you can’t go wrong with the Sony ZV-1, Sony Alpha A6400 and the Sony ZV-E10. Want to grab the featured gear? See the links below to browse used options from MPB. Sony ZV-1: https://www.mpb.com/product/sony-zv-1 Sony Alpha A6400: https://www.mpb.com/product/sony-alpha-a6400 Sony ZV-E10: https://www.mpb.com/product/sony-zv-e10 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Sony ZV-1 05:28 Sony A6400 08:09 Sony ZV-E10 About MPB: MPB is the world’s largest platform to buy, sell and trade in used photography and videography kit. MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro. We’re loved and trusted by more than 250,000 visual storytellers around the world. Follow us on: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mpbcom/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/mpbcom Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/mpbcom Read more articles- https://www.mpb.com/content

Implementing different shots allows filmmakers to convey the right emotion at the right time. Watch our shot study from in-house videographer Justin Patricolo to learn how to execute each shot flawlessly — from close-ups to long shots. Read our article here: https://tinyurl.com/3rcxuwwz 00:00 Introduction to common shot types in Filmmaking 00:45 Gear we used in these examples 01:23 Types of shots 01:41 Wide shots 02:57 Medium shots 03:33 Close shots 04:39 Camera placement and angles 06:20 Shot types summary and final thoughts Need to upgrade your gear? Check out the lenses we used to shoot this guide: Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM - https://www.mpb.com/product/sony-fe-24mm-f-1-4-gm ZEISS CP.2 Super Speed 35mm T1.5 - Sony FE Fit - https://www.mpb.com/product/zeiss-cp2-super-speed-35mm-t15-sony-fe-fit Rokinon Xeen 35mm T1.5 - https://www.mpb.com/product/rokinon-xeen-35mm-t1-5-cine-canon-ef-fit Sigma Cine 50-100mm T2 - Sony E Mount - https://www.mpb.com/product/sigma-cine-50-100mm-t2-sony-e-mount Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS - https://www.mpb.com/product/sony-fe-24-105mm-f-4-g-oss ARRI 50mm Ultra Prime T1.9 F - PL Fit - https://www.mpb.com/product/arri-50mm-ultra-prime-t1-9-f-pl-fit Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 - https://www.mpb.com/product/sony-fe-85mm-f-1-8 Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM ART - Sony FE Fit - https://www.mpb.com/product/sigma-50mm-f-1-4-dg-hsm-art-sony-fe-fit- About MPB: MPB is the world’s largest platform to buy, sell and trade in used photography and videography kit. MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro. We’re loved and trusted by more than 250,000 visual storytellers around the world. Follow us on: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mpbcom/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/mpbcom Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/mpbcom Read more articles- https://www.mpb.com/content

A young man down on his luck moves into his sister’s apartment indefinitely, triggering his high anxiety. starring Declan Eells & Elliot Frances Flynn written, directed, and photographed by Justin Patricolo produced by Ashley Thomas & Justin Patricolo executive producers Laura Haas & Justin Patricolo 1st AD Ashley Thomas production design Laura Haas sound recordist Henry Schoonmaker 1st AC Tristen Torress production assistant Ryan Patricolo editor Justin Patricolo - 14min 30sec - What Studios OFFICIAL SELECTION - 2022 SOHO International Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION - 2022 Chain Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION - 2022 Deep Focus Festival

A lifestyle shoot for Capo Isetta Wines.

About MPB: MPB is the world’s largest platform to buy, sell and trade in used photography and videography kit. MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro. We’re loved and trusted by more than 250,000 visual storytellers around the world. Follow us on: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mpbcom/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/mpbcom Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/mpbcom Read more articles- https://www.mpb.com/content

CreativeMornings has fostered friendship and creative collaborations in New York City since 2008. What started from a desire for an ongoing, accessible event for New York’s creative community has become the world’s largest face-to-face creative community, with gatherings in 232 cities in 68 countries every month. We sat down with Founder & CEO Tina Roth Eisenberg to discuss the organization's origins, its expansion around the world, and the partners like MPB that make it possible.

Enter the world of local NJ musician and record producer J Thoubbs. Witness his obsession with music and songwriting as he records his latest full length album. Directed, Photographed, and Edited by Justin Patricolo OFFICIAL SELECTION - 2021 New York Feedback Film Festival Title Design by Laura Hass Featuring Music by J Thoubbs https://www.instagram.com/j_thoubbs/?hl=en

About MPB: MPB is the world’s largest platform to buy, sell and trade in used photography and videography kit. MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro. We’re loved and trusted by more than 250,000 visual storytellers around the world. Follow us on: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mpbcom/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/mpbcom Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/mpbcom Read more articles- https://www.mpb.com/content

MPB met with recipe developer and food blogger Eric King of Easy Gay Oven to talk camera gear, food photography, and turning your passion into your profession — and to shoot some tasty s’mores. Want to grab the featured gear? Save on the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV at MPB. bit.ly/42k6D3g 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Meet Eric 00:54 The Gear and Lighting 03:08 In the Kitchen 03:44 Origin of EasyGayOven 05:33 Making Food Content 09:26 Online Community 10:22 Professional Content About MPB: MPB is the world’s largest platform to buy, sell and trade in used photography and videography kit. MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro. We’re loved and trusted by more than 250,000 visual storytellers around the world. Follow us on: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mpbcom/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/mpbcom Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/mpbcom Read more articles- https://www.mpb.com/content

What does it take to nail a winning shot at every single prime-time moment? Pro sports photographer Elsa Garrison deep-dives into her robust portfolio to show us exactly that. From seconds-to-buzzer moments to swarms of team members rushing to congratulate each other, Elsa knows exactly where to be, and when to be there, so she doesn’t miss any exciting action. Knowing the game is only part of it—you’ve got to know your kit, know your own strengths, and be confident to act or move fast. In the video, Elsa shares tips, her favorite moments captured in time, and the arsenal of photography kit she uses to nail pro-level sports photography in the New York City area and beyond. Kit shown Canon 1DX Mark III: https://bit.ly/3r4Y4K0 Canon EOS R3: https://bit.ly/3NMvpDh Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L ISM: https://bit.ly/3DERvmx Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM: https://bit.ly/3u9QYGw Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM: https://bit.ly/3u9cmLn Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 II: https://bit.ly/3ubluPM Canon EF 400mm f/2.8 L IS II USM: https://bit.ly/3NPBtL9 Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R: https://bit.ly/3x6zigv Follow us on: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mpbcom/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/mpbcom Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/mpbcom Read more articles- https://mpb.com/content

Are you interested in skillfully capturing sharp details of the tiniest subjects—like plants, figurines, or insects? Macro photography has a long legacy of making the smallest objects marveling and crystal clear models. Whether you are just starting out or have been acquainted with the genre for years, grabbing the best kit for your budget is easy when you buy used. In the video above, check out example shots using the ideal kit no matter what expertise level you are currently, and learn a few pointers on how to improve. Shop kit in the video - Canon 60D: https://mpb.com/product/canon-eos-60d Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Macro: https://mpb.com/product/canon-ef-50mm-f-2-5-macro Canon 5D EOS Mark III: https://mpb.com/product/canon-eos-5d-mark-iii Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro: https://mpb.com/product/canon-ef-100mm-f-2-8-macro Canon 5DS R: https://mpb.com/product/canon-eos-5ds-r Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 L IS USM Macro: https://mpb.com/product/canon-ef-100mm-f-2-8-l-macro-is-usm About MPB: MPB is the world’s largest platform to buy, sell and trade-in used photography and videography kit. MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro. We’re loved and trusted by more than 250,000 visual storytellers around the world. Follow us on: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mpbcom/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/mpbcom Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/mpbcom Read more articles- https://mpb.com/content