1- What is Film? Differences between drama, documentary and experimental elements – The role of the cinematographer in film – overview of the cinematic masterpieces.
2- Types of: (shots – angles – camera movements) – maintaining continuity through the 180 degrees rule – Basic elements of composition (line – shape – color – texture – tone – space – depth) – Principles of composition (Rule of thirds – Simplicity – Patterns – Leading Lines – Framing – Balance – Contrast).
3- Photography and lighting theory (shutter speed – aperture – ISO) – digital sensors and different film stocks – Color temperature and white balance – depth of field – Negative vs. RAW vs. digital video – lenses overview.
4- Screening and discussing the first exercise –Usage of composition in films (analysis).
5- The role of lighting in film – Types of lighting – Accessories and rigs – 5 attributes of lighting (quality – direction – intensity – spectral output – mood).
6- Three-point lighting – Low key vs high key – Light meters – Motivated vs Stylized lighting – using reflectors and natural lighting creatively.
7- Lighting training and exercises – general discussion about lighting in film.
8- Different formats & Styles of Cinematography – aspect ratio – the DOP general workflow – Handling digital media.
9- Basic color correction – developing personal projects.
10- Projects screenings, discussions, recap.