Tech and Technique: Camera Basics

Learn the basics of cinematography with veteran filmmaker Randal Crow! No camera equipment or experience is necessary to participate in this class. Participation is $30.

Some of the topics covered:
Camera basics – Frames rates, shutter speeds, iris, and lens selection. How each choice effects the look.
Good practices – tools for proper exposure and white balance.
Codecs, bit rates and color depth simplified.
The stable camera vs the moving camera.
The shot list.
Shooting for coverage.
The 180 rule.
Compositional elements.

Support for Sidewalk’s Education Programs comes from Wind Creek Hospitality.