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Learning Cinematography: 3 Hands On Techniques

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Overview

Learn essential cinematography techniques from ASC cinematographer and professor Bill Dill. Part 3 covers creating a cinematic look by using tools and hands-on creative techniques.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Welcome
  • What you should know
1. Lighting and Exposure
  • Lighting concepts
  • Using the light meter
2. Focus and Depth of Field
  • Optics concepts
  • Tools and testing: Circle of confusion
  • Pulling focus
  • Focus splits and zone of focus
3. Composition and Movement
  • Actors: Rehearsals vs. the shot
  • Focus equipment: Just the gear
  • Actors: Focus in motion
Conclusion
  • Common problems and quick fixes
  • Next steps

Taught by

Bill Dill

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