| Cinematography Workshop - Light Extreme Technical and Artistic Aspects of Cinematic Expression |
| Film and Video Cinematography Workshop - Florence, Italy 2009 |
"Technique is of no Value unless supported by an Idea" (janusz sikora)
Two Weeks of Cinematography and Advanced Lighting Techniques in Film Studio in Florence. Combination of Film and Digital Video
Cinematography. Taught by award cinematographer Janusz Sikora who teaches filmmaking at the University of Southern California and
Dreamworks Studios. After successful Workshop last summer, Light Extreme extends its cooperation with Movie& Sound Studios setting up yet for
another artistic endeavour in amazing Florence - place that gave the world the Renaissance. Janusz teaches his Dancing with Light technique
which is a comprehensive approach to Cinematic Expression where eloquence of visual interpretation is of primary concern.
Workshop is designed for Film Directors and Directors of Photography and, it deals with aesthetics and eloquence of cinematic choices. Students
are encouraged to bring their own ideas as they will have chance to explore both Artistic and Technical aspects of their interpretation within
professional environment of Film Stage in Florence. Program is a unique undertaking in that it covers both - Technical and Artistic aspects of
Cinematic Expression. As such, Program aspires to make contribution to student's sense of eloquence in cinematic expression.
Persons with basic knowledge of photography are encouraged to apply, as it is within Janusz' discretion to bring anyone "up to speed".
Kodak Article
Two Weeks of Cinematography and Advanced Lighting Techniques in Film Studio in Florence. Combination of Film and Digital Video
Cinematography. Taught by award cinematographer Janusz Sikora who teaches filmmaking at the University of Southern California and
Dreamworks Studios. After successful Workshop last summer, Light Extreme extends its cooperation with Movie& Sound Studios setting up yet for
another artistic endeavour in amazing Florence - place that gave the world the Renaissance. Janusz teaches his Dancing with Light technique
which is a comprehensive approach to Cinematic Expression where eloquence of visual interpretation is of primary concern.
Workshop is designed for Film Directors and Directors of Photography and, it deals with aesthetics and eloquence of cinematic choices. Students
are encouraged to bring their own ideas as they will have chance to explore both Artistic and Technical aspects of their interpretation within
professional environment of Film Stage in Florence. Program is a unique undertaking in that it covers both - Technical and Artistic aspects of
Cinematic Expression. As such, Program aspires to make contribution to student's sense of eloquence in cinematic expression.
Persons with basic knowledge of photography are encouraged to apply, as it is within Janusz' discretion to bring anyone "up to speed".
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Set Building and Set Lighting
Film Camera - 16mm and 35mm - Movement, Focus Pull, Operating Techniques
Video Camera - Introduction to RED Camera System
Scene Lighting and Logistics of Scene execution
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Creative Lighting - Chiaroscuro
Much more challenging than Candle Light -
Night Table Lamp situation presents necessity
of adherence to Iron logic in maintenance of
relationship between Intensity of Highlights.
Appearances of visible values are according to
Mind Image as "translated" with application of
Dancing with Light Technique. No Monitor.
"Bringing it out from the Mind" (Michelangelo)
Night Table Lamp situation presents necessity
of adherence to Iron logic in maintenance of
relationship between Intensity of Highlights.
Appearances of visible values are according to
Mind Image as "translated" with application of
Dancing with Light Technique. No Monitor.
"Bringing it out from the Mind" (Michelangelo)
Limbo Lighting
Professional Cinematographer should be familiar with techniques of Limbo Lighting for commercial purposes of lighting Products
Lighting Technique is based on familiarity with the Family of Angles that determines positions of lighting instruments.
Professional Cinematographer should be familiar with techniques of Limbo Lighting for commercial purposes of lighting Products
Lighting Technique is based on familiarity with the Family of Angles that determines positions of lighting instruments.
Limbo - Creative Lighting
Creative Video Lighting
Exterior - Natural Light Control
Motion Picture Film Lab Processing
Marco gives a tour of the Lab and explains nuances of Film Processing
Marco gives a tour of the Lab and explains nuances of Film Processing
