Finally, Special Effects

While editing scene after scene of stagnant dialogue is reeeaaaalllllllyyy fun, I decided to skip to the scenes in 'Finding Genesis' that I was most excited about--the special effect scenes! Here is a vague tutorial on one way to make a crater like the one in 'Finding Genesis' (spoiler alert?).

Step 1: Record a field. If you're insane, don't put the camera on a tripod.

Step 2: Make the crater. But have your local water company mark the pipes first.

Step 3: Composite. Blend the crater using smoke and fire. If you don't have smoke and fire, go out and buy matches and lighter fluid. Start a small fire in your basement and go outside. Wait until the house burns down, then use the insurance money to purchase one of many online pre-keyed element packs which include smoke and fire, and After Effects!

4. With some finishing touches, your crater is ready and looks just like mine! I'll see you in court.