Lighting Seminar 1
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| Code | Completion | Credits | Range | Language Instruction | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304ELS1 | credit | 1 | 3 hours (45 min) of instruction per week, -2 to 3 hours of self-study | English | winter |
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Contents
purpose, concepts, technology, strategy, planning of lighting. visual style and look. visual storytelling. visual dramaturgy.
the role of the cinematographer in preproduction, on set and in post. relationship with director, production designer, wardrobe/ makeup/ hair, editor, sound and production.
cinematographic grammar and language. aspect ratio and lenses. camera movements vs movements inside frame…
practical exercises:
“light and face” - stills in studio b/w
basic concepts of lighting, framing and composition; three point lighting; light as dramatic tool; interaction of object and background
“portrait at a window” - stills b/w
mastering of creative exposure combining interieur/ exterior
“LE1: tonality tests and basic studio lighting” - 35mm b/w film in studio
Learning outcomes
being the main seminar of the first year’s master program, this course is an essential part of the cinematography student’s education.
Prerequisites and other requirements
basic experience as cinematographers, ability to handle essential filmmaking tasks
Literature
american cinematographer’s manual
Sven Nykvist, “Reverence for the light” 1997
D. Schaefer and L. Salvato, “Masters of light” 1984
F. Truffaut, “le cinema selon Hitchcock” 1966
K. Malkiewicz, “film lighting” 1986
D. Samuelson, “motion picture, camera and lighting equipment” 1980
Evaluation methods and criteria
Active participation in the workshop, presence, punctuality, quality of practical exercises are prerequisites for granting the evaluation.
Note
None
Further information
No schedule has been prepared for this course