Before I took this class, I was hoping that it could help me figure what exactly I wanted to do once I graduated. I remember the first day in class I introduced myself and told everyone how I wanted to do any and everything: cinematographer, director, special effects, etc. Before taking this class, I felt like I was all over the place with what exactly I wanted to do once I completed my matriculation at UA. This class helped me finally figure it out.
I enjoy being a director, but I love holding a camera and operating it. Cinematography is my thing. Taking this course helped me realize that there is more to cinematography rather than holding a camera in my hand. “LIGHT!” As the guy in the Cinematographer’s Style movie stated. Lighting is very important, and I did not know anything about it until I took this class.
My greatest challenge and most favorite part about this course was our scene assignment. I loved how I incorporated the red gel effect in my assignment. However, it did not work out exactly the way I wanted it to, but now I know what and what not to do next time I take on a task such as that.
Another thing I learned that is also very, very, important is Pre-Production planning. I felt somewhat embarrassed because I had know idea as to what I was doing with the storyboard and script. But with reading and asking for some help (because i’m stubborn and prideful and I like to figure things out on my own) I got it figured out. Pre Production makes things go by so smoothly and quick.
Although, I learned many, many things in this class, I am still not quite confident in my work and knowledge. I’m sure with more studying, working on sets, and more, I can gain the confidence I need to become a better cinematographer.
I am so thankful for this class and I feel like it has really prepared me for the future. I’m so sad it’s already ending :(
