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FVM 205
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Title: | Camera Techniques |
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Long Title: | Camera Techniques |
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Course Description: | The narrative importance of different camera angles, movements, and
focal planes are analyzed. Students will examine how video and 16mm
film cameras work, and various techniques used in composition and the
acquisition of images. Students will demonstrate and apply technique by
shooting specific exercises both in and out of class. |
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Min Credit: | 3 |
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Course Notes: | Previously FVT 205 |
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Origin Notes: | CCA |
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Status Notes: | Revisions made 10/23/09 s@ |
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Choose the appropriate camera, technique and format for a given production (A,B, C,D,E,F,)
A.
Evaluate production needs/look
B.
Imagine end production look
C.
Examine technique options
D.
Assess narrative needs
E.
Experiment with different options
F.
Determine appropriate means of expression
II. Justify aesthetic / stylistic choices of camera technique (A,B,C, D,E, F,)
A.
Dramatize visuals
B.
Manipulate audience perception (via technique)
C.
Construct visual narratives
D.
Predict outcomes
E.
Solve creative problems through technical awareness
F.
Create a personal camera style
G.
Produce any given film or video project competently
H.
Critique other student work
I. Video cameras
A. CCD¿s
B. Formats
C. Resolutions
D. Shutters
E. White balance
F. Setting levels
G. Technical trouble shooting
H. Audio inputs and recording methods
I. Timecode
J. Media logging for Avid edit
K. Direction of evolution
II. Film Cameras
A. Magazines
B. Film transport systems
C. Gates and shutters
D. Video assists
E. Timecode / keycode for video edits
F. Éclair, Bolex, Aaton, Arriflex
III. Exposure
A. Light meters
B. Waveform monitors
C. Establishing an exposure index for your video camera
D. What is proper exposure?
E. Film stocks / structure
IV. Lenses
A. F-stops and depth of field
B. Focal length (significances)
C. Primes vs. zooms
D. Lens flares and distortions
E. Refraction
F. Filters
V. Composition
A. Elements of composition
B. Pictorial composition
C. Realizing (placing) objectives
D. Subject placement
E. Unity of frame
F. Patterns of meaning
G. Leading lines and graphics
H. Balance
I. Tone and color
J. Leading the eye of the audience
K. Selective focus / depth of field
VI. Camera mounts / movements
A. Tripods
B. Dollies
C. Jib arms
D. Cranes
E. Handholding
F. Dynamics of spatial movement
G. Steadicam
H. Gearhead
VII. Crew work
A. Operator
B. 1st AC
C. 2nd AC (clapper loader)
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