Are you interested in special effects in movies and TV? A green screen is one of the key components for making your actors appear to be somewhere they're not. It's easier to get set up than you might think. Soon, you'll be adventuring on far off planets or deep underwater (at least on the screen!).

Steps

  1. See "Tips" below for help with the paint formula.
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  3. if fabric is 4'x 6' make frame 5' x 7'.
  4. Enjoy!
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    How do I make it work?
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    Use a video editing software (such as openshot) to add a chroma key filter, which allows you to replace the green screen with a video etc.
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    Could a dark blue work as a green screen?
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    Sadly no, it can't. Chroma keys don't work. Try buying green fabric from the closest craft store.
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    What is a good app for a green screen using Android?
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    Kinemaster or Powerdirector. These are free and can be easily downloaded from Google Play.
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Tips

  • If you want to make your own backdrop using simple Home Depot paint one formula is as follows: Home Depot Behr Premium Plus No.1300, Deep Base (Pintura Interior/Mate),Interior Flat/ Acrylic Latex, Color Name Capistrano (1b55-6),Deep Base(1300)
  • When wearing a green outfit, make sure to use blue fabric instead of green.
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Formula
Colorant  OZ   48   96 
 AX Perm Yellow 

4

20

0

 D Thalo Greenv

4

8

0

 KX White 

3

0

0

 L Raw Umber 

0

12

0

  • If you want to make your own backdrop using simple Home Depot paint one formula is as follows: Home Depot Behr Premium Plus No.1300, Deep Base (Pintura Interior/Mate),Interior Flat/ Acrylic Latex, Color Name Capistrano (1b55-6),Deep Base(1300)
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Warnings

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Things You'll Need

  • a drill
  • 4 or more bungee cords or strong rubber bands
  • green non-reflective fabric
  • PVC pipe
  • scissors (optional)
  • digital camera

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