Seeing light like a cinematographer

 
The Language of Lighting
Seeing light like a cinematographer
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The Language of LightingAAA

What are the most basic objectives of lighting, and how to even describe light so that others can see the same thing? Basic concepts of lighting, such as emulation, are introduced and demonstrated.

  • Skill:

    Beginner

The Language of Lighting

Description

Lighting is a language communicating information and emotions to the viewer. It is also a language visual artists use to communicate with each other. This course is not just about lamps and lighting conventions. Learn to see light like a professional cinematographer and design it to tell a story. What is the purpose of lighting in a scene and how to connect it with your character? What is the difference between lighting on set or on a soundstage? How do you lead a team of lighting technicians? What is the best lighting unit to choose, and why? All these questions and more are answered in this course, filmed on a soundstage and utilizing demonstrations and many scenes from great films.

About the Educator

Product educator

Tal Lazar

Cinematographer, Producer, Educator

4 Courses

Tal Lazar is a cinematographer and educator whose courses are taught at leading film schools such as Columbia University, the American Film Institute and Sundance Institute.

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