Introduction to Cinematography

FILM TV X 478.27A

An introduction to the fundamental tools and principles used by the cinematographer to create digital or film images generated from the context of the story.

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Fall
Spring
Hybrid (Remote)
Starting at $745.00
As few as 9 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Cover introductory cinematographic issues such as visualization, the negative, filters/lenses, and more
  • Understand practical considerations like lab procedures, camera systems, special effects, and image control
  • Gain a solid foundation for applying the concepts presented, as well as prepare for subsequent cinematography workshops

About this course:

An introduction to the fundamental tools and principles used by the cinematographer to create digital or film images generated from the context of the story. The curriculum covers visualization, the negative, digital manipulation, sensitometry, filters and lenses, lighting, color, laboratory procedures, camera systems, special effects, and image control--all illustrated through video clips and other media. You gain a solid foundation for applying the concepts presented, as well as prepare for subsequent cinematography workshops. Students must have access to a digital camera for assignments.
Prerequisites

Students will be required to complete camera assignments that will require both still and moving images. Student-provided equipment can be as simple as a smartphone camera or DSLR.

Spring 2023 Schedule

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Tuesday 11:00AM - 2:00PM PT
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390758
Fee:
$745.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Apr 10, 2023
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Notes

Internet access required. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 24, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
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Tue Apr 11, 2023
11:00AM PT - 2:00PM PT
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Tue Apr 18, 2023
11:00AM PT - 2:00PM PT
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Tue Apr 25, 2023
11:00AM PT - 2:00PM PT
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Tue May 2, 2023
11:00AM PT - 2:00PM PT
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Tue May 9, 2023
11:00AM PT - 2:00PM PT
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Tue May 16, 2023
11:00AM PT - 2:00PM PT
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Tue May 23, 2023
11:00AM PT - 2:00PM PT
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Tue May 30, 2023
11:00AM PT - 2:00PM PT
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Tue Jun 6, 2023
11:00AM PT - 2:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

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