FP 504 - Fundamentals of Visual Design and Production

Students further their understanding and appreciation of the art and craft of visual design by studying the prime concepts of cinematography, equipment procedures, camera mechanics, interior and exterior lighting, pre-production planning, composition, optics, electricity and safety, exposure, color, production design, sound, and collaboration. Each student will discover and refine his or her own visual aesthetic and develop an understanding of the collaborative nature of filmmaking. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits