
An introduction to filmmaking and the basics of a camera.
The aperture and depth of field explained.
How to use the ISO and what are it’s side effects.
The shutter speed and how it controls motion blur.
What is frame rate, which one to pick and how it affects the shutter speed.
Why you should use the histogram and how to read it.
How autofocus works and when you should use it + tips.
When you should manual focus + tips (peaking).
How to use white balance and explain what it is.
Don’t go too deep into this, but explain what it is. Shooting flat vs high contrast.
Rule of thirds explained using landscapes and still objects.
The framing of a single talent using the rule of thirds (Establishing, LS, MS, CU)
Link to Storyblocks ► http://www.storyblocks.com/jordy
How to frame an over shoulder and other foreground objects.
What to pay attention to when choosing and framing a background.
What is focal length and when to use which one.
The height of the camera and why it matters.
The axis explained + practical examples.
Tips for better handheld motion and what to pay attention to.
When to shoot slow motion and when not + practical tips.
Types of B-Roll + how to plan it and its creative aspect.
Link to Storyblocks ► http://www.storyblocks.com/jordy
How to break down a scene and plan ahead while shooting.
Assignment to practice camera handling.
What is an ND + why you should use it + Tip about step up rings.
Why you should use a tripod + Types of tripods + Frictions and Counter Balance explained.
How to pan and tilt + how to practice it.
Types of rigs and accessories + practical tips.
What is a gimbal, types of gimbals and how to use one.
Overview of a slider.
An introduction to cinematography.
Final wrap up of the course + an assignment
Getting started with Filmmaking can be overwhelming. This course teaches the fundamental basics is a structured and engaging way, just like expensive film schools would do. This complete guide teaches you all the technical and artists rules of videography to get started as a filmmaker.
Together we start with the basics and learn about the technical aspects of your camera. Next we tackle the rules of filmmaking such as compositions and visual storytelling.
In the last lessons of this course you’ll learn about the different camera supports like the tripod, gimbals and more.
For Who Is This Course?
This class is for any creative who wants to get started with filmmaking. You don’t need any experience as this class is focussed at beginners.
The same information from this class is being taught at expensive film schools. So even if you already have some basic experience, it’s always good to go through this class to learn about the art of filmmaking.
What Will I Learn?
By the end of the class, you’ll have a complete fundamental understanding of the rules of filmmaking. This means that you can start making videos like a professional would.
These are the topics that you will master by the end of the class:
Manual camera control
Compositions
The art of filmmaking
Camera support