Wandering DP dissects a commercial, showing you multiple ways to improve your skills. Flat shots rarely grab the attention of an audience. As a cinematographer, you traditionally want to create visuals with depth and strike a mood. But how can you do that? While every location will have its own set of challenges, there are general tips you can follow to put yourself in a more advantageous situation. One consideration is blocking. If you block a scene that works against the natural light sources of the room, you may pin yourself in a corner. Well, unless you're not worried about continuity between shots. Another is contrast. As we know, contrast plays an important role in how someone perceives an image. A high-contrast image shows more texture, where a low-contrast image blends the light and dark areas, creating a more flat or soft look. As a cinematographer, how can you control your contrast? Patrick O'Sullivan of the Wandering DP brilliantly breaks down a commercial, showing you different ways in how you can control the texture of an image. Let's dive in. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Friday, 5 February, 2021