Cinematography

The Moving Image: Foundations of Cinematography

A film is photography plus motion — and every choice you make is in service of the story.

A hands-on foundation in the moving image: the cinematographer's role, the vocabulary of shots and camera movement, the manual camera setup that motion demands, lighting for depth and mood, and how picture and sound assemble into a sequence.

Course Overview

This is a foundational course for photographers and beginners who want to start telling stories with the moving image.

8
Lessons
Comprehensive modules
21
Quizzes
Test your knowledge
10
Assignments
Practical work
3
Credits
Academic credits
Course Identifier
CIN 201
Department
Cinematography
Effort Required
3–5 hours per week
Length
8 lessons across 4 modules
Prerequisites
None

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