Simplifying Cinematic Lighting with Danny Gevirtz

Simplifying Cinematic Lighting with Danny Gevirtz

    Lighting is everything in filmmaking. Lighting sets apart the novices and pros, and can make or break a scene. Good thing lighting doesn’t have to be complicated.

    In this lesson, Danny Gevirtz teaches you how to problem-solve for any situation and create the striking cinematic lighting you envisioned. Learn how to create dimension, mood, and make your subjects look impeccable.

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    SKU: m-lesson-045

    What You'll Learn

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      Introduction

      Meet Danny as he welcomes you to the course and walks you through what you’ll learn. Danny explains why lighting is paramount and how you can master it.

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      My Philosophy

      In this segment, Danny breaks down his philosophy when it comes to cinematic lighting. Filmmakers have the tendency to over-complicate lighting. Danny’s opinion? Good problem-solving skills are key.

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      My Framework

      Danny teaches his method for achieving cinematic lighting in any scenario. He explains how to read the existing lighting in a scene and work it to your needs.

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      Daytime Lighting

      Danny shows how to light two interior scenes and one exterior scene. He breaks down how to transform daytime lighting into cinematic goodness.

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      Nighttime Lighting

      Night falls and it’s a different ball game. In this segment, Danny shows how to light two scenes, one interior and one exterior.

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      Lighting Breakdown of Favorite Series

      Sit down with Danny as he talks about some of his favorite shots and breaks down how he achieved them.

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      Conclusion

      Danny wraps up the course with an overview and some final thoughts. Your turn.

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    Instructor

    Danny Gevirtz

    Hey! I'm Danny Gevirtz (@dannygevirtz), a Commercial & Documentary Cinematographer from Philadelphia, PA.

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