Publication in the Diário da República: Despacho nº 6320/2018 - 28/06/2018
6 ECTS; 1º Ano, 2º Semestre, 30,0 PL + 30,0 TP + 3,0 OT , Cód. 817711.
Lecturer
- Carlos Miguel da Fonseca Gama (1)(2)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
Personal computer
Internet access
Headphones
English Level B2 (minimum)
Objectives
a. Understand the technical aspects of camera work
ab. Different types of camera and lenses and other technicalities
b. Understand light and related concepts
bb. Lighting methods and general concepts
c. Gain proficiency in camera and lighting
d. Understand the relevant workflow
e. Gain image recording skills
eb. Gain skills through practical exercises
f. Promote research work
Program
1. Film and camera history;
2. Mastering camera
2a. Shot plan, camera movement and raccord;
3. Lighting and different light types;
3a. Lenses, filters and light;
4. The use of Camera in fiction, non fiction and experimental media;
5. The purpose of lighting - keylighting;
6. Color theory;
7. Camera operator, assistant camera and gaffer;
8. Shooting material on set - procedures
Evaluation Methodology
Practical Exercise (25%)
Research Essay (15%)
Final project (50%)
Reflective Report (10%)
Off term Assessment
Written Essay (30%)
Shortfilm (70%)
Bibliography
- Alton, J. (1996). Painting with light. California: University of California Press
- Burum, S. (2011). Selected Tables, Charts and Formulas for the Student Cinematographer from the American Cinematographer Manual. California: ASC Holding Corp
- Jackman, J. (2002). Lighting for Digital Video & Television. Oxford: Focal Press
- Storaro, V. (2004). Writing With Light Trilogy. New York: Aperture
Teaching Method
a. E-learning lectures
b. Project tutorials
Software used in class
Microsoft Teams
