MMS 139 - Digital Cinematography

1. Define the history and ideas of cinematography
   1. Relate historic cameras and lighting instruments to current technology
   2. Discuss the development of the camera
   3. Discuss the development of lighting instruments
2. Evaluate the basic ideas and principles that govern cinematography
   1. Define the parts and functions of lenses
   2. Compare and contrast different tripods
3. Explore the operation, functions, and aesthetics of a camera
   1. Define basic camera parts: iris, white balance, exposure/shutter, and depth of field.
   2. Use basic camera functions: iris, white balance, exposure/shutter, and depth of field.
   3. Implement storage devices and/or capture devices and introduce image management
4. Practice basic camera techniques
   1. Define basic framing
   2. Apply composition rules to images
5. Use basic lighting techniques and devices
   1. Explore seminal three point lighting
   2. Demonstrate optimal use of natural lighting
   3. Define and use simple practical lighting
6. Implement the use of space in a composition
   1. Employ depth-of-field, static, motion, zoom, pan, dolly, and truck in camera movement for video production
   2. Apply camera positioning to create atmosphere or mood
   3. Use variety of camera moves for specific effect
   4. Apply various lighting techniques to create a desired visual effect such as atmosphere, 
mood, or any other thematic implication and enhancement
7. Design composition and blocking that tell a story
   1. Employ depth-of-field, static, motion, zoom, pan, dolly, and truck in camera movement for video production
   2. Differentiate between various production styles to implement the best use of actor blocking for hand-held vs. tripod vs. two-shot