Lab Reports

Corporate Video

How To Create A Strong Corporate Video Production

December 19, 2020

Creating a strong corporate video for your company or organization can be a tough job. It requires some careful planning, proper execution, and the right team to pull it off successfully. These types of videos are used for a number of reasons, from safety and instructional videos to brand awareness. At Vek Labs, we have worked with a number of companies to produce top-notch corporate videos that appeal to their respective audiences.

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Video Production

Why Video Production Is Important In 2021

November 25, 2020

The end of 2020 is finally on the horizon, and as most of us have been confronted with many new challenges throughout this past year, it’s good to go into 2021 with a new outlook on business, family, and life as a whole. With a new year on its way, now is a good time to think about how you can continue to drive your business forward. Maybe you’re unsure about using video as a marketing tool, so let us make the case.

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Film

Finch Film Awarded Best Short - 2020 & Best Actress - 2020 at CAFF

November 18, 2020

CAFF selected “Finch” for their 2020 film festival. In addition to the official selection, Finch was nominated for Best Short Film and Best Actress categories. Cast and Crew were so honoured to then receive the final award for both categories! To date Finch has been selected for: Great Northen Film Festival, Central Alberta Film Festival, Okotoks Film Festival and Film For Peace in Toronto. Everyone at Vek Labs would like to thank all those involved in making this production come to life!

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Calgary

The 5 Best Calgary Skyline Photo Spots

October 22, 2020

With the blend of modern architecture and nature’s beauty, the city of Calgary offers a unique subject for a photograph. There are many viewpoints and hidden gems where you can capture some of the best skyline views of Calgary’s distinctive beauty. In this article, we’re sharing some of Calgary’s most famous photographers' secret spots for taking the best skyline photo of Calgary. Highlighting the Saddledome If you’re looking to get a great shot of the Saddledome, Scotsman’s Hill in Ramsay is the best spot.

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Photography

7 Basic Rules for Taking Great Photos

October 21, 2020

1. Fill the Frame/Cropping Busy backgrounds and surroundings can take away the impact of your photo. To fix this, simply crop tightly around your main subject and point of focus in the photo. When doing this, the attention is solely on the subject of the photo and not on the background. This is especially helpful for portrait photos and when you are trying to capture an intimate focus or are taking photos in a busy location.

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