- Introduction to visual storytelling
- Technical introduction to the camera (aperture, shutter speed, ISO, etc.)
- Lenses, depth of field, perspective
- Camera placement and movement
- Lighting tools
- Using lighting to create mood and texture
- Creative lighting, three-point lighting
- Human eye and perception of color and its interpretation
- Mentoring from experts
- Final project submission
Module 1 - Introduction to Visual Storytelling
- Understanding Visual Storytelling through Painting
- Understanding Visual Storytelling through Photography
- History of Camera - Analog to Digital
- Photography as Art
- Images as Communication - The Power of the Image - Messages Hidden in Images - Communicating Your Message
- The Frame and Aspect Ratio
Module 2 - A Technical Introduction to the Camera
- How is an Image Created?
- Camera Components and Functions - DSLRs and Digital Film Camera
- ISO, Exposure, Aperture and Shutter speed - I
- ISO, Exposure, Aperture and Shutter speed - II
- ISO, Exposure, Aperture and Shutter speed - III
- Creative Use of Exposure Time - Controlling Exposure
Module 3 - A Technical Introduction to the Camera
- Shutter Speed - Using Slow Shutter Speed on a Video Camera
- Aperture Effects
- The Sensor
- Adjusting Sensitivity
- Noise
- Video and Still Cameras
- Video Exposure Functions
Module 4- The Lens
- What is a Lens? The Main Functions of a Photographic Lens
- Lens Types
- Sharpness and Distortion
- Field of View, Perspective and Depth
- What Lens Do I Need? Guidelines for Choosing a Lens.
- Understanding Cinematic Lenses
Module 5 - Camera Placement and Movement
- Shot types and sizes (LS, WS, CS, etc.)
- Camera Height and Angles
- Camera movement: Panning, Tilting, Tracking, Circular movement, Push-in, Push-out, crane movement, handheld, Steadicam movement and Static Shots
Understanding Viewpoint:
- Objective and Subjective Camera Work
- Audience Viewpoint
- First-Person Viewpoint
- Third-Person Restricted Viewpoint
- Omniscient Viewpoint
- Point-of-View Shot
- Analyzing "Vertigo"
Module 6- Lighting Tools
- What Can Light Do for Us? and storytelling with lighting
- Properties of Light
- Illumination, Depth and Shape, Texture, Mood
- Professional Lighting Tools
- Light Meters
- Improvised Lighting Tools and DIY Lighting
Module 7- Creative Lighting
- Creative Lighting Analysis
- Lighting the Face
- Visual Intensity, Contrast and Affinity
- Contrast in Colour and Evaluating Colour Contrast
- Three-Point Lighting and Effective Use of Three-Point Lighting
- Practical Lighting Applications
Module 8 - Colour
- The Human Eye and The concept of colour
- Colour Theory - I
- Colour Theory - II
- Colour Psychology
- Colour interpretation in Images and Film
- Colour interpretation in Film
- Colour Correction for Images
Module 9 - Mentoring
- Mentoring
- Guest Lecture
Module 10 - Final Submission and Reviewing
- Project Review
- Freelance Cinematographer for Feature Length & Short Fiction Films, Web series
- Freelance Cinematographer for Television Commercials, Digital Ads, Corporate Films, Public Service Ads
- Freelance Cinematographer for Non- Fiction Programs for TV & Digital Media - Travel and Food Shows, Lifestyle, Fashion Videos& Documentary Films
- Freelance Cinematographer for Brand Videos, Vlogs
- Independent Content Creator for Social Media
No.Anyone with a passion for visual storytelling and a keen interest to learn the craft of filmmaking can pursue this course
Yes. With the explosion of technology in audio-visual media, there are lot of options that have opened up for a young filmmaker. Right from independently creating digital video content to working for companies and brands, the craft of visual storytelling has become pervasive and is the need of the hour.
A regular practice to hone your technical and aesthetic capabilities is required. The demands of the industry can also be quite challenging so one has to persist and be patient with the efforts
No. Anyone with a passion for visual storytelling and a keen interest to learn the craft of filmmaking can pursue this course
If you are well versed with the basics, there are Diploma courses that will give an in-depth understanding in Cinematography and Editing. We also offer a 3 year degree program in Filmmaking that covers all the aspects of filmmaking in-depth.
There is a full-fledged 3 year Filmmaking Degree program. There is a 1 year Diploma course in Filmmaking, 6 months Diploma course in Cinematography and Editing, 3 months course in Foundation of Filmmaking and 1 month Virtual course in Short Filmmaking
The degree program is a course designed to equip students with the holistic approach towards filmmaking focusing on writing, cinematography, production, direction, editing and post-production for both fiction and non-fiction. In the Diploma course, the students will just get a glimpse of all the above aspects of film or audio-visual production. It will be more an introductory course to all aspects of film production.
The job placement is entirely dependent on the quality of the students projects/assignment and overall academic conduct in terms of attendance and timely submission of all assignments.
You can visit the Industry Link tab on the website and under it click on Placement. All the students who have been placed will be displayed
All classes at the Seamedu institute are designed with a practical approach. We believe in the concept of ‘learning by doing’. Our students shoot films on regular basis with professional equipment.The course structure is unique as we provide specialization from day one. We conduct workshops, seminars, industry visits and guest lectures by professionals on a regular basis. For our specialization courses, the practical-to-theory ratio is approximately 70:30 (percent).
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