Whilst researching about the role of a cinematographer, I had learnt some tips that I felt was extremely important but could not be its own separate posts, so I am doing one for all of it.
Here are all the websites I used!
https://www.filmd.co.uk/articles/mastering-cinematography-techniques-tips-for-indie-filmmakers/
https://howtofilmschool.com/cinematography-basics-10-things-every-beginner-should-know/
https://www.nyfa.edu/student-resources/cinematography-the-ultimate-guide-2022-edition/
Framing & Composition
- Use leading lines to draw the viewer’s eye to where you want it (ex. Door-frames, roads, shadow).
- Compose with “space ahead of look/movement.” For example, if your subject is moving or looking right, leave room in the right side of the frame, making it feel more natural.
- Take negative spaces into account! Leave lots of space empty spaces around the subject to emphasize isolation, scale, or mood.
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| The use of negative spaces in 2001: A Space Odyssey |
Camera Movement & Angles
- Only move camera it adds meaning (revealing something, following emotion), otherwise keep it still.
- Link motion to emotion (ex. realization = move in).
- Vary movement speed and motion characteristics.
Lighting & Technical Control
- Keep fill light fairly strong so there are few harsh shadows (unless needed, of course), maintain a low lighting ratio.
- Don’t crush blacks (shadows) too deeply if you want soft lighting.
- Put some distance between the subject and the background so the subject is gently separated; avoid having strong hard light hitting the background.
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| A still from Her a showing soft, diffused lighting setup. |
The lighting is very soft, meaning the shadows a gentle and there are no harsh lines or deep contrast. It helps match the emotional tone of the film: warm, intimate, and slightly dreamy.
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