The career of a Cinematographer in the filmmaking industry is collaborative and it is an incredible opportunity for budding and proficient Cinematographers to be a part of the huge creative team that work behind the making of a film. We all know that Cinematography is a lot more than swivelling your camera on and pointing it at different locations or subjects. It is about lighting, proficient camera action, composition, and a set of other techniques and concepts that help bring your imaginative stories to real life.
Even if the story is expressed through a song or different dialogues, skilled cinematographers know how to emphasize them visually.
A lot of ideas, opinions and emotions go into every scene in terms of lighting, camera movement, filming, etc. The only way of assuring that your films look good is by experimenting. As a Cinematographer, you should constantly experiment and try new methods of shooting a particular scene.
Besides experimenting, there are a lot of things that every cinematographer needs to know about and thus, in this blog, we have curated #3 tips exclusively for you! So keep up the momentum and hand-pick your favourites!
LEARN
Before experimenting with the world of filmmaking, a budding cinematographer must learn every bit of Cinematography to ace it. You cannot simply pick out your camera and start filming without knowing the basics of Cinematography and to know these basics, you have to learn.
The Internet is an incredible place for you to learn from the comfort of your home. One of the best ways for you to learn Cinematography is by watching as many movies or videos as you can. Be attentive to every single detail of the film, camera angles and movements, lighting, exposure, etc. The more you watch, the more knowledgeable you will be. Learning every little bit of Cinematography will not only help you build your career but will also help you as a professional in the long run.
CAMERA SELECTION
Whether you are a budding Cinematographer or a student, selecting the perfect camera is not less than solving a jigsaw puzzle. You will be lost in the pool of questions like,
- What camera should I buy?
- Do I need an expensive camera?
It is very important to remember that the most expensive camera will more or less carry out the same functions as that of a cheaper one. It does not matter whether you own an expensive camera or a cheap one, by the end of the day the film that you shot will make a difference. Before putting your hands over expensive cameras, make sure you are well versed with every camera setting. However, we suggest you should get started with cheaper cameras so that you practice and have your hands over them.
MAKE YOUR MOVE
Once you have your hands on your camera, you have to make your move.
Start filming your movies, short films, videos or you could also take up small-scale projects from local agencies. There is a list of opportunities waiting for you to make your move in the filmmaking industry.
The more you shoot, the more you learn from every mistake you make amidst filming. You will be working on real-time projects that will certainly teach you something new, from composition to lighting and more! We suggest you film daily and shoot nearly in every possible situation. Make certain that all your films suit your client’s idea and watch yourself grow in the filmmaking industry! A budding Cinematographer needs to learn, select the right camera, experiment and make the move to get into this creative filmmaking industry. Hope these tips help you in your career as a cinematographer!
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