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Cinematography Courses

Cinematography Courses

Our part-time evening Cinematography courses are a fun, creative and practical introduction to cinematography for beginners, teaching you how to combine the art of storytelling with the discipline of filmmaking.

You will learn the key principles of making a motion picture with a distinct focus on styles of shooting, and the handling and use of a DSLR camera - the tool of choice for independent, freelance and even big budget backed filmmakers today.

You will receive training from an industry professional throughout, switching between a classroom setting and a central London studio, enjoying the opportunity to analyse film techniques and experience commercial environments.

This hands-on filmmaking course will encourage you to explore both the creative and technical elements of creating a narrative on screen. That includes how to set up a camera, framing scenes, understanding how lens choices affect your shots, and how to make the most of your camera's settings - from controlling ISO, aperture, shutter speed and white balance to understanding depth of field and more. Before getting into the practical side of things, you will cover everything you need to know about how to work with different quality of light, high key, low key and modulated lighting setups.

At the end of our course, you will be equipped with the skills and confidence you need to get out and about shooting stories for yourself.

Cinematography Courses Content

This short course will cover:

  • Camera operation: learn to use DSLR cameras, widely used in the film industry
  • Lighting: explore different lighting techniques and how to use them when shooting a story
  • Equipment: become familiar with the gear you need to make your own motion picture and how to use it
  • Shoot different angles and learn how to frame scenes
  • Learn how to capture emotions in scenes and display moments on screen
  • Gain the skills and confidence to operate a camera and become a director of photography
    You will receive friendly feedback from your tutor throughout the course.

To find out the latest news about our film school, courses and workshops and to chat with past and present filmmaking students, you can join the City Academy Filmmaking Facebook Group.

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9 Apr - 30 Apr Tue 18:30-21:00 4 weeks Lyndon Ives City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill £250.00
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PAYMENT OPTIONS

You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.

ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS

Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833.

CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS

Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY

We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)

10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE

If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.

DATE DAY TIME (BST) DURATION TUTOR VENUE PRICE BOOKING
9 Apr - 30 Apr Tue 18:30-21:00 4 weeks Lyndon Ives City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill £250.00
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12 Jun - 3 Jul Wed 18:30-21:00 4 weeks Lyndon Ives City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill £250.00
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2 Sep - 23 Sep Mon 18:30-21:00 4 weeks Lyndon Ives City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill £250.00
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19 Nov - 10 Dec Tue 18:30-21:00 4 weeks Lyndon Ives City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill £250.00
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PAYMENT OPTIONS

You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.

ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS

Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833.

CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS

Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY

We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)

10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE

If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.

All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class.

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