Light and Shadow Boot Camp focuses on the philosophy that shadow is as, if not more, important to the depth of a scene than light. Each day, the instructor will demonstrate lighting techniques from a different genre. With only a handful of lights, little time, and a small crew, participants will work in small groups and learn creative and effective lighting techniques.

Things you will learn:

  • How to control the QUALITY OF LIGHT (Hard v. Soft lighting, Direct v. Bounce lighting, Gels v.  Filters) Learn different lighting styles, how to create effects, and what mood they can evoke.

  • How to create MOOD, TONE and GENRE (Night Lighting v. Outdoor Lighting, High Contrast v. Low Contrast) Manipulating camera and light to enhance a scene, from dark drama to bright comedy.
  • How to choose CAMERA ANGLE, LENS, and MOVEMENT  (High v. Low Angles, Wide v. Long Lenses, Stationary v. Handheld) Determine the best visual style to tell the story and keep the audience engaged.
  • How to shoot WITHOUT A BIG BUDGET (Source Lighting, Lighting Strategies,  Use of Shadow) Gather tricks and tips that will enable you to shoot a scene at minimal costs – Guerilla Style with Finesse.

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"This class takes you to a new level of excellence! You can take those skills into your production and save time and money!"- Kim Albert, Writer/Producer

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