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Lighting Fundamentals

Master the art of lighting and elevate your productions with this comprehensive workshop. From safety protocols to hands-on practice with key, fill, and backlight setups, learn essential techniques to enhance your cinematography skills. Explore the principles of light and color temperature, gaining invaluable knowledge for creating visually captivating stories on screen.

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  • 18 and older
  • $240
  • Earn 2,400 reward points
  • 87 Lafayette St, New York, NY
  • 6 hours over 2 sessions
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Class Description

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What you'll learn in this lighting class:

The proper use of lighting equipment can make the difference between an amateur production and a professional one. Practice 3-point lighting among other basic setups, and get introduced to how cinematographers and gaffers use light to tell a visual story. This essential workshop covers electrical safety, on-set vocabulary, and principles of light, all while providing hands-on opportunity.

Topics

  • Safety
  • Looking at Light
  • Exposure
  • Color Temperature
  • Electricity
  • Lighting Accessories
  • Key, Fill, and Backlight Setups

Refund Policy

If you register for a workshop and are unable to attend, we can offer the following compensation:

  • Full refund (less 5% cancellation fee):
    • If your cancellation is confirmed at least 6 full business days prior to workshop's start date.
  • Full credit (valid for 3 months) or a 50% refund:
    • If your cancellation is confirmed at least 3 full business days prior to workshop's start date.
  • You receive no compensation (neither refund nor credit):
    • If your cancellation is confirmed less than 3 full business days prior to workshop's start date.
    • No compensation (Neither Refund nor Credit) is available for cancellations less than 3 full business days prior to a workshop's start time or for non-attendance. For example, if you cancel your registration for a workshop that starts at 6:30pm on Monday, we must confirm your cancellation no later than 6:30pm the Thursday before for you to receive Credit.

There are absolutely no make-ups allowed for any missed session(s) of a workshop. It is not possible for students to make up a missed session of their Workshop by attending an equivalent session on another day. There are no refunds for missed sessions.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at DCTV (237)

(4.3-star rating across 237 reviews)
  • Lighting Fundamentals

    Reviewed by MARIA U. on 10/13/2016
    This workshop is all that you need to learn about the lighting basics!
  • Lighting Fundamentals

    Reviewed by Julien M. on 3/9/2016
    Wonderful class and wonderful teacher. Valuable in-depth look at lighting from all perspectives (safety, creative, scientific, practical).
  • Lighting Fundamentals

    Reviewed by Patricia Kramer on 5/28/2014
    Instructor is knowledgeable and opportunities to utilize equipment were incorporated into curriculum on both days.
  • Lighting Fundamentals

    Reviewed by Allie M. on 7/17/2019
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    Reviewed by Yasmin S. on 10/21/2015
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    Reviewed by Frank B. on 5/17/2015
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Based on the reviews, students have stated that the Lighting Fundamentals (Online) class provides a comprehensive understanding of lighting basics. The class is described as wonderful and the teacher is praised for their knowledge and teaching abilities. The course covers various aspects of lighting including safety, creativity, science, and practical applications. Students also appreciate the opportunity to use equipment during the class. Overall, the class seems to equip students with a solid foundation in lighting fundamentals. Quotes: - "This workshop is all that you need to learn about the lighting basics!" - "Valuable in-depth look at lighting from all perspectives (safety, creative, scientific, practical)." - "Instructor is knowledgeable and opportunities to utilize equipment were incorporated into curriculum on both days."

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