Embark on the very first steps in the process of creating moving images. In this course, author Anthony Q. Artis, a veteran of the film and television industry, introduces the core ideas behind how video cameras capture moving images. The course covers foundational concepts of lighting, such as why light is important, what kinds of lights to look for, and where to put lights relative to a subject. In addition, Anthony discusses sound, an often-misunderstood aspect of video, and shows how to properly set up mics and adjust audio levels on a shoot.

Topics include:

• Exploring the different types of video cameras
• Understanding how to focus
• Shooting with shallow depth of field
• Understanding exposure
• Using ND filters to correct overexposure
• Using gain to brighten an underexposed shot
• Choosing the right shutter speed
• White-balancing a shot
• Working with a tripod
• Shooting handheld
• Using a boom microphone
• Setting up a 4-point lighting scene
• Using corrective gels