Cinematography is the shaping of light. Sometimes you have the tools to do it right, other times you have to make do with what you have. This "bring your own camera" seminar focuses on techniques to capture light by any means available. Today’s camera technologies afford filmmakers a level of self-proficiency that was previously unattainable. It can be intimidating using these cameras effectively to tell your stories. You will learn ways to create movement, optimize camera settings for various shooting conditions and tips for improving composition. We will explore real world challenges with a Q&A session to address your specific cinematography questions.

LEVEL I/II
This course is intended for the beginner to intermediate “solo” camera operator looking to improve image quality.​

DOCS INSIDERS DISCOUNT AND ALL-ACCESS PASSHOLDER COMPS
If you are a member of the Docs Insiders program, you can get a 20% discount on the registration fees for this workshop if you register by the Earlybird or Regular deadlines. If you are an All-Access Passholder, registration is required but is at no additional cost to you. If you missed our e-mail with the promo code, please reach us at contact AT docsinprogress DOT org to get it.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Cucillo Consad
Director/Cinematographer/Editor

Cucillo’s visual style leverages traditional photographic technique with intuitive spontaneity to capture sincerity in the visual depiction of moments.

Cucillo is an award winning director, cinematographer and editor. His work includes broadcast television and independent documentary short and long form projects. His clients include A&E, TLC, Discovery, Travel Channel, OWN, Microsoft, Intel, the United Way and several other corporations, non-profit organizations and agencies.

He served as cinematographer and technical advisor to the A&E documentary original series Random 1, which went on to spawn the award winning documentary film LOST IN WOONSOCKET.

In addition to building the visual look of the show, Cucillo was instrumental in developing Random 1’s post-production workflow and in utilizing the largest Xsan network implemented on a television series at the time.

Cucillo received his bachelor’s degree from the Maryland Institute College of Art in 1999. In 2006, he directed THE DATE, a short film produced by Dobler’s Pen Productions. Since then, he has directed several short and long form projects.