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Lighting for filmmakers: tips, tricks and solutions Sponsored by: ASUW Experimental College and Wonder School of the Arts Taught by Nils Osmar ~ Questions? Call 206-420-1309 or email Sunday, 10 a.m-5 p.m. - 5/30 only ~ Tuition: $99 Location: Seattle University district (on or near the U.W. campus)
In this enjoyable hands-on class, you'll learn how to use professional lighting techniques to add polish and professionalism to your films and videos.
Whether you're making home movies for the fun of it ... making promotional videos or commercials for your business ... making videos to upload to popular websites ... or making shorts or features to submit to film festivals...
... the information in this class can make a dramatic difference in the quality of your finished movies.
You'll learn all about:
- the most popular lights for filming, and how to use them - ways to save money and just get the lights you need - three point and four point lighting - how to use a backlight to bring your subject into better focus - easy ways of setting up the lighting to make your subject look great - how to make your movies and videos look more three dimensional - how to light any kind of movie, whether you're filming a commercial, comedy, reality show or action movie - tips for getting great depth of field in your shots - tips for filming indoors and outdoors - ways to avoid common lighting problems and mistakes - how to get professional results when your budget is very tight - safety tips: how to use lighting equipment safely - and much more.
You'll learn some key lighting theory, and also get practical, hands-on experience setting up lights and using them to light a live model in the class.
Note: another excellent class for folks looking to improve their films and videos is Boot camp for filmmakers: Basic training
To sign up now for Lighting for Film and Video, call 206-420-1309 or click the Add to Cart button below. If you don't see a button, go to the Lighting for film and video class page
See also: Let's Make a Movie See also: Documentary Filmmaking See also: It's time to write your Screenplay See also: Improv for beginners: Acting without scripts See also: Boot camp for filmmakers: Basic training More info about our FILM CLASSES For a full list of upcoming classes, visit: Classesandworkshops.com
Question: Is this a hands-on class or a theory class? Answer: It's both. Students will learn about lighting theory, and will also have an opportunity to set up the lights and do some filming in class.
Question: How long has the instructor been involved in filmmaking? Answer: Since 2001.
Question: Have his films played in film festivals? Answer: Yes, his films have played in both local and international film festivals.
Question: Where can I see some examples from the instructor's films, or professional credits? Answer: You can view some examples of his filmmaking, notes about upcoming projects, and view his professional credits, on his IMDB (Internet Movie Database) page, or by visiting http://www.wonderproductions.info
Question: Can we bring our own camcorders to class? Answer: Yes, it's fine to do so. (You don't need to have a camcorder to benefit from the class, but if you have one you'd like to use, feel free to bring it to class.)
Question: What if I have a cheap camcorder? Will I still be able to get nice lighting results? Answer: Your results will depend on your knowledge, more than your camcorder. The quality of your camcorder is a factor, but regardless of your equipment, your results should be improved after taking this class.
Before taking the class, I had been doing some things wrong with tota lights, without realizing what I was doing. Thanks for all the tips, and for demonstrating the safe way to set up lighting. - R.W., Seattle
I wish I'd taken your class before I started filming! My footage looks so much better now that I know how to set up lights correctly. I'm actually going to start over, I've learned so much. - W.O., Bothell
I loved the part about depth of field! I finally understand it... my movies are looking one hundred percent more professional. - Karen E, Seattle
I learned exactly what I have been wanting (and needing) to. - Chris L., Seattle
It was fun taking your class then going out to P.A. on two movies... in the first one, the guy was using a high def camcorder, very high tech and expensive, but getting terrible footage. In the second one, the director had a cheaper camcorder, it was standard def, but he got beautiful footage. I could see him setting things up exactly like you showed us in class. It really is all about lighting. Thanks forall of the tips. - Chris W., Tacoma
Thanks for showing us how to make a low budget movie look great. - H.T., Seattle
I don't think I'll be making any horror movies or action movies. But I loved learning how they're made. Maybe I'll use some of the effects for fun when I make the movie of my trip home. - Reggie T., Seattle
You took me from doing amateurish films to making the kind of movies I had been trying to. Thank you for all of your help. - Jerry W. Kent
... just to say thank you for the class Nils. I feel like I'm on track now to make more professional movies and actually start getting them into film festivals. - Alan D., Bellevue
Frequently asked questions
Are these online courses? Or do they meet in a classroom? They are in-person classes that meet in a classroom in Seattle, Washington.
Are your classes sponsored by a school? They are sponsored by two schools: the ASUW Experimental College, a non-credit program run by the Associated Students University of Washington (ASUW), and the Wonder School of the Arts, an independent school established in 1996.
Are they accredited? No, they're non-credit courses for personal enrichment.
Where are the classes held? Most of them are held on the University of Washington campus in Seattle. The exact building and driving directions will be sent by email when you sign up.
Are they only for U.W. students? Or can anyone sign up? They're open to everyone. You don't have to be a UW student.
How do I sign up? To sign up by phone, call 206-420-1309. To sign up online, use the Add to Cart button near the top of the page. You'll have a choice of paying by Visa or MasterCard, Discover Card or American Exress, or Paypal. If you'd rather pay by check, download this form, print it, and mail it If you have trouble downloading it, call 206-420-1309 or email us and we'll send you a copy.
How can I make sure that a class still has openings? If the payment links are active the class still has openings.
Can I pay using a credit card or debit card? Yes. We can take Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card and American Express. To sign up online using a credit or debit card:
1) scroll up to the top of this page 2) click the Add to Cart button 3) click "proceed to checkout" 4) click at the bottom where it says, "Use your Credit Card or Bank account" and enter your credit card information.
Or just call 206-420-1309, and we can take your credit card over the phone.
Can I pay using Paypal? Yes. Just click the Add to Cart links then choose Paypal as your form of payment.
Can I pay by check? Yes. If you'd like to pay by check, just download this form, print it, and mail it to the address on the form along with your check or money order. If you have trouble downloading or printing it, call us at 206-420-1309 or email us and we'll send you a copy. Download registration form as .pdf - Download registration form as .html
Can I pay using cash? Yes, if you don't mind making a trip over to pay in person. Call 206-420-1309 for information about how to do so.
When will I receive a confirmation? You should receive a confirming email within 24 hours of registering.
What is your refund/cancellation policy?
If you sign up for a class, then it is cancelled, you will receive your choice of either a full cash refund or a tuition credit good toward any of the other classes listed on this page.
If you sign up for a class, then change your mind or can't attend, and notify us before the first meeting, you will receive your choice of either 1) a refund of the entire fee you paid for the class, minus the $10 registration fee, or 2) a tuition voucher for the full amount paid. If you notify us after the first class meeting, but before the second meeting, you'll receive a tuition credit for 50 percent of the class fee.
If you attend some meetings of a class but miss some meetings, you can make up the meetings you missed the following quarter at no charge.
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Questions? Email Nilsosmar@gmail.com or call 206-420-1309