Lighting for Emotional Impact

FILM TV X 478.283

Gain a stronger sense of lighting and its impact in motion pictures through lectures, workshops, and assignments. Discover different lighting styles and techniques, specifically tailoring them to story and emotional impact.

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What you can learn.

Focus on the theory and practical application of lighting concepts
Complete assignments and exercises for in-class evaluation and critique
Understand the emotional impact lighting can have on an audience
Develop your craft for lighting and, by extension, cinematography

About this course:

This course is designed to help you develop a stronger understanding of lighting for motion pictures. Through lectures, workshops, assignments, and in-class exercises, you learn about different lighting styles and techniques. Special emphasis is placed on lighting tailored specifically for the story and the emotional impact that lighting can have on the audience. The class focuses both on theory and practical application of the concepts presented. Throughout the course, visual references are discussed, and completed assignments and supervised exercises are screened and critiqued in class.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of FILM TV X 478.27A Introduction to Cinematography is strongly recommended.

Winter 2025 Schedule

January 6 - March 17

Monday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT

Available

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Instructor: Patrick A. Stewart

400880

Fee:

$1,385.00

In Person

Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood

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Notes

2 Make up Meeting TBA No meeting January 20, February 17
Weekend workshop to be arranged at a studio in Los Angeles.
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.
Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after January 19, 2025

Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

Schedule

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Lecture

Mon Jan 6, 2025

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT