FP 170 - Cinematography I

    Recent Professors
    Curtis Bieber, Stephen Davega
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    25 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Introduction to video camera operation and lighting, covering technical and aesthetic issues of studio and location shooting. Technical issues include digital and analog video cameras, lenses and tape formats, lighting and grip equipment. Aesthetic topics focus on using composition, color, light and shadow to create an appropriate look and feel for a scene.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:00pm–1:55pm, Mon Wed 1:00pm–2:00pm, Mon Wed 10:30am–11:30am, Thu 10:30am–12:30pm