Lighting for Interviews

Upcoming Sessions
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3 hours (approximately)
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Cost
$30+HST for members/ $60+HST for non-members
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Description
This session will mix theory with demonstration and hands-on application of knowledge to provide attendees with a general understanding of the lighting practices, approach, and safety used in the filming of documentary-style interviews. The knowledge shared in this session can also be applied to testimonials or for 'selfie' video shots.
 
Workshop Outline
Lecture and Examples
  • Principles of lighting an interview
  • Identifying and setting the tone
  • Working with existing light
  • Lights and light modifiers
  • Safety considerations
Demonstration
  • The basic three light setup
  • Beyond the three light setup
  • Lighting modifiers
Exercise
  • Participants will work together to create their own lighting setups 
About the Instructor
TBA
 
All workshops are held at Ed Video, 404 York Road, Guelph, unless otherwise indicated