MRTS 5830 - Documentary Cinematography

3 hours

Concentrated study of the theory and craft of photographing the moving image as it applies to documentary filmmaking. Through a combination of hands-on exercises, screenings, discussion, critique and lecture, students are introduced to the current technologies and aesthetics of documentary cinematography. Areas covered include: lighting for film and high definition cameras, camera and lighting peripherals, camera movements, ethics and legalities of documentary cinematography, and film language.

Prerequisite(s): MRTS MA or MFA status and consent of department.