Course: Theory and Technology Camera 8

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Course title Theory and Technology Camera 8
Course code KAAV/AV8TK
Organizational form of instruction Lecture
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Summer
Number of ECTS credits 3
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course unspecified
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Štěpánek Martin, MgA.
Course content
The course unit Camera 8 has the main priority to analyze night light, the concept of light, light scene, light changes, and its use in film practice. Students analyze natural night and artificial light and try to understand its effects on evoked emotions. The analytical part tries to conceive the relationship between the use of a specific shape of night lighting and pictorial expression. This observation is closely connected with the analysis of the usability of this observation in pictorial dramaturgy. Students solve case studies and in connection with the subject AVP 8 they practically implement them. In the subject, they try to conceive the idea of the night scene in a specific scenario and its feasibility. They analyze the impacts and possible variations of the respective concept. They also have the obligation to work closely with the director and he dramaturgist on the graduate project, create an idea of the environment, and get acquainted with the work of a film architect. They create color stylization and focus on the meaning of color from the point of view of expression. They analyze the painting and its effects on the concept of film image from the point of view of means of expression: composition-color-light-figure-gesture-symbol.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecturing, Projection (static, dynamic), Training in motion and work skills, Practice exercises
  • Participation in classes - 26 hours per semester
prerequisite
Knowledge
The student has a broad knowledge of the current state of scanning and recording technology, image formats and is familiar with the ways of its use. They will gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience of working with a camera and practice practical composition.
The student has a broad knowledge of the current state of scanning and recording technology, image formats and is familiar with the ways of its use. They will gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience of working with a camera and practice practical composition.
learning outcomes
The student is able to master the artistic, technical and organizational aspects of the preparation of audiovisual work in cooperation with other components of the production staff.
The student is able to master the artistic, technical and organizational aspects of the preparation of audiovisual work in cooperation with other components of the production staff.
teaching methods
Projection (static, dynamic)
Lecturing
Lecturing
Projection (static, dynamic)
Training in motion and work skills
Practice exercises
Practice exercises
Training in motion and work skills
assessment methods
Composite examination (Written part + oral part)
Composite examination (Written part + oral part)
Recommended literature
  • BOJANOVSKÝ, V. Základní principy osvětlování.
  • Box H.: Set Lighting Technician's Handbook. Film Lighting Equipment, Practice, and Electrical Distribution. Routledge,, 2017. ISBN 1138426156.
  • BROWN, B. Lighting. Focal Press. 2012. ISBN 978-0240807638.
  • CLEWE, B. Film Production Management: How to Budget, Organize and Successfully Shoot your Film. Routledge, 2017. ISBN 0415788757.
  • HONTHANER, B.W. The Complete Film Production Handbook. 2001. ISBN 0240804198.
  • MILLERSON, G. Lighting for TV and Film,Routledge. 2015. ISBN 978-1138130128.


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