Introduction to Cinematography

FILM TV X 478.27A

An introduction to the fundamental tools and principles used by the cinematographer to create digital or film images generated from the context of the story.

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Fall
Spring
In Person
Starting at $785.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Cover introductory cinematographic issues such as visualization, the negative, filters/lenses, and more
  • Understand practical considerations like lab procedures, camera systems, special effects, and image control
  • Gain a solid foundation for applying the concepts presented, as well as prepare for subsequent cinematography workshops

About this course:

An introduction to the fundamental tools and principles used by the cinematographer to create digital or film images generated from the context of the story. The curriculum covers visualization, the negative, digital manipulation, sensitometry, filters and lenses, lighting, color, laboratory procedures, camera systems, special effects and image control--all illustrated through video clips and other media. Students gain a solid foundation for applying the concepts presented, as well as prepare for subsequent cinematography workshops. Students must have access to a digital camera for assignments.
Prerequisites

Students will be required to complete camera assignments that will require both still and moving images. Student-provided equipment can be as simple as a smartphone camera or DSLR.

Fall 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
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Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens July 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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399484
Fee:
$785.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
Notes

Internet access required. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 07, 2024
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Tue Sep 24, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Tue Oct 1, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Tue Oct 8, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Tue Oct 15, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Tue Oct 22, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Tue Oct 29, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Tue Nov 5, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Tue Nov 12, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Tue Nov 19, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Tue Nov 26, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Tue Dec 3, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center

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