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Filmmaking Essentials for Photographers
by Eduardo Angel
Filmmaking Essentials for Photographers
Introduction Transitioning into Motion: Why and Why Now?
Chapter 1 Similarities and Differences Between Stills and Motion
Understanding the Traditional Steps in Video Productions
Learning to Speak Filmmaking
The Five C’s of Cinematography
1. Camera Angles: Objective, Subjective, Point-of-View, Subject Size, Subject Angle, Camera Height
2. Continuity: Cinematic Time and Space, Filming Action, Master Scenes, Screen Direction, Transitional Devices
3. Cutting: Types of Editing, Cross-Cutting, Cutting on Action
4. Close-ups: Over-the-Shoulder, Cut-in, Cutaway
5. Composition: Rules, Language, Types of Balance, Attracting or Switching the Center of Interest
Building the Visual Story
Writing the Script
Visualizing the Story
Storyboards
Shot Lists
Budgeting
Getting the Work to Flow
Chapter 2 Switching to a Filmmaker’s Brain
Eduardo’s Pre-Production Checklist
Location Scouting
Location Scouting Apps
Location Permits
With and Without a Crew
Who’s Who in a Film Crew
Random Thoughts on Working with Crews and on Film Sets
Chapter 3 Filmmaking Styles
Script Writing Styles
Directing Styles
Frame Rate
Shutter Speed
Setups
Homework Assignment
Chapter 4 Framing Your Shot: The Basics of Composition
Objective versus Subjective Shots
Point of View
Shot Sizes
Selecting a Perspective
Breaking the Rules of Composition
Breaking the Rule of Thirds
Breaking Proportion and Scale
Breaking the Fourth Wall
Homework Assignment
Chapter 5 Camera Movement
Developing an Appreciation for Movement
Handholding the Camera
Tripods and Monopods
Creating More Dynamic Compositions
Choosing the Right Tool
Choosing the Right Lens
Homework Assignment
Chapter 6 The Art of Lighting: Creating New Worlds
Why Lighting is Essential
Using Light as a Storytelling Element
Natural versus Artificial Light
More Lighting Techniques from the Trenches
Eduardo’s Recommendations
Homework Assignment
Chapter 7 Why Sound Makes All the Difference
The Ear, Not the Eye, Leads the Senses
Using Sound Effects
Licensing Music
Working with a Composer
Explore Different Ways to Capture Audio
Eduardo’s Recommendations
Homework Assignment
Chapter 8 The Tools of the Trade
Exploring the Advantages and Disadvantages of Higher Resolutions
Leveraging Smartphone Apps
External Recorders
Standard Features
Longer Recording Times
Recording Audio
Standardizing Codecs
Using LUTs
Traveling with Video Gear
Eduardo’s Recommendations
Chapter 9 Shooting Interviews
Interviews: Technical Tips
Interviews: Practical Tips
Interview Structure
Before the Interview
During the Interview
After the Interview
Homework Assignment
Chapter 10 The Art of Editing Is Crafting a Story
Creating a Post-Production Workflow
Deconstructing the Editing Process
Organizing Your Assets
Syncing Clips and Sound
Building a Sequence
Selecting the Best Takes
Additional Shooting, aka Reshooting
Backing Up
Backing Up on Location
Backing Up in the Studio
The Importance of Teasers and Trailers
Eduardo’s Recommendations
Homework Assignment
Chapter 11 Color Theory and the Human Brain
Using Color to Enhance Your Stories
Viewing Environment and Monitor Calibration
Exploring Color Correction Options
My Typical Color Grading Workflow
Eduardo’s Recommendations
Homework Assignment
Chapter 12 Distributing Your Work
The DIY Approach
Submitting Movies to Film Festivals
Eduardo’s Recommendations
Homework Assignment
Closing Remarks On Cooking and Filmmaking
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