
Learn what composition is and how framing a subject with purposeful camera placement and elements informs the visual story, using the rule of thirds, the golden ratio, and flow.
Explore camera height and focal length, from low and high perspectives to wide-angle and zoomed-in shots, balancing subject focus with environment and the rule of thirds.
Explore how movement shapes composition by camera or subject, using leading lights and shifting point of interest, inspired by Kurosawa, with framing, overlays, and post-production motion.
Move the camera to shift perspective and deepen the story, using rule of thirds, empty space, and leading lines to guide attention and emotion while changing composition mid-shot.
About This Class
Take your videography skills to the next level and learn how to create cinematic compositions that tell a visual story. Learn how to balance your framing to a composition, create a dynamic flow and add a visual story.
By the end of the class you'll be able to make use of the Rule of Thirds and Golden Ratio. As well as expressing your story through a visual set up using various techniques like leading lines, colors, point of interest and more.
Who's this class for?
This class is for those who are already familiar with the basics of videography, but struggle to get to that next level. Whether you're a professional or an enthusiast, this class is perfect to learn a new insight in filmmaking. The class is designed to learn many new techniques in a short time.
Class Objectives
You will learn a solid basis of how to create interesting compositions:
Learn about composition rules
Make use of depth of field, colors, exposure, perspective and focal lengths
Create dynamic shots with leading lines and point of interest
Add flow to your videos through editing techniques and motion
Tell a visual story by the kind of composition you make
FAQ
Do I need a camera?
You can practice almost everything from this class using your phone’s camera.
How can I contact the Instructor?
If you need help during the course, Jordy is happy to help you. Udemy users can use the dedicated discussion.