Do you want to learn how to use your lens to create stunning videos? Do you want to master the techniques of depth of field, bokeh, focal length, space compression and more? If so, this course is for you!
In this course, you will learn how to choose, use and maintain your lens for visual storytelling. You will discover how to create mood and emotion with shallow depth of field, how to show more detail with deep depth of field, and how to use bokeh to add beauty and interest to your shots. You will also learn how to use focal length and field of view to control the perspective and scale of your scenes, how to use space compression to create drama and tension, and how to use filters to enhance your videos. You will also learn the pros and cons of zoom and prime lenses, how to deal with the crop factor, and how to pick the right lens for your story. Finally, you will learn how to maintain, store and clean your lens to keep it in optimal condition. By the end of this course, you will have a solid understanding of how to use your lens to tell better stories with your videos.
- How to create mood and emotion with shallow depth of field
- Deep depth of field: How to show more detail in your videos
- Bokeh: What it is, how it works and how to use it in your storytelling
- Focal length and field of view: A guide for visual storytellers
- The power of space compression in visual storytelling
- How to use filters to make better videos
- The hidden power of a crop factor
- Zoom or prime? How to pick the right lens for your story
- How to maintain, store and clean your lens
- How to choose a lens that matches your story
