Stills to Motion: Mastering Video from a Photography Background
Learn video & motion skills! Expand your photography with easy-to-understand techniques. Go beyond stills and create dynamic content.
Course Content
Stills to Motion: Mastering Video from a Photography Background is an intermediate-level Skillshare course taught by Rob Davidson. It runs 1h 18m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review, with 85 students enrolled. It is a paid course, first published April 2024.
Thinking about moving from still photography to video but feeling lost in technical details? This course is designed for you!
Transitioning from photography to videography can seem daunting, but it's an exciting path. Whether you're a seasoned photographer or a complete beginner, this comprehensive class will equip you with the skills to create compelling videos.
We'll break down the essential concepts, covering everything you need to know to make the leap:
- Frame Rate, Resolution & Shutter Speed: Understand how these core video settings work and how they differ from still photography.
- Video File Formats & Compression: Demystify video file formats, compression settings, and codecs – learn what they mean and how to optimize your footage.
- Log, LUT & Film Sim: Explore color grading essentials: what are Log, LUTs, and Film Simulations, and how can they enhance your video?
- Audio for Video: Improve your audio quality without expensive equipment. Learn practical techniques to capture clear sound.
- DSLR/Mirrorless Video Setup: Utilize the DSLR or mirrorless camera you already own for professional video capture.
- Visual Storytelling: Discover how video offers a unique storytelling approach. Learn to plan and execute shots using A-Roll and B-Roll.
- Camera Movement: Build upon your still photography skills and learn to create smooth pans and tilts for dynamic video capture.
Learn from my experiences – I'll share the lessons I've learned (and the mistakes I've made!) to help you avoid common pitfalls. I wish I had this guidance when I started shooting video!
This course provides simple, step-by-step instructions to help you start shooting beautiful video quickly.
Want to see my journey? Check out Nadia & Rob.
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