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In a previous article about cinematography, we discussed the concept of cinematography and its being the art and science of making motion pictures. Any inspiring cinematographer must learn and understand the concept of photography and camera work, meaning there are procedures and requirements that you need to learn and follow to be a better cinematographer.
The following concept must be carefully considered when producing, shooting, and getting good results from your work as a cinematographer and a number of which would be discussed below.
- Camera Angles: The camera angle is very important to a story’s narrative and the camera positioning helps to drive the story forward. The cinematographer must consider how the camera is positioned so the viewers can understand the relationships between the characters and the character’s relationship with their environment.
- Continuity: To hold the viewer’s attention throughout the film, continuity is extremely important. To avoid the viewer becoming distracted from the storyline, inconsistencies with characters or objects that suddenly appear or disappear from one frame to the next must be carefully considered both in production and editing.
- Close-Ups: The size of an object or character and the amount of space seen in a shot or frame can shape the meaning and emotion of a character and scene. Close-up, detailed shots of a subject, whether medium or extreme close-ups, are used to allow the viewer access to the intimate details of a character’s emotions.
- Composition: Often considered the main aspect of cinematography, composition plays a big part in creating a mood and thus telling a story. Lighting, colours, and spacing, among other visual aspects, are crucial in the composition of an image that can leave a lasting impression on the audience. What makes this so fascinating, is how the composition reflects the cinematography style of the cinematographer and the director and can make a film’s theme stand out.
Source : Academy of film, theater and television
