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Screen & Media: Cinematography

An overview of the resources and services available to Screen & Media students, along with subject area guides.

Books/eBooks

Websites

The Australian Cinematographers Society (ACS): The ACS is a not-for-profit organisation providing a forum for cinematographers to further develop their skills through mutual co-operation since 1958. 

Cinematography Mailing List: Discussion & reference pages on a variety of cinematography topics, including history, techniques, gear as well as a dedicated equipment evaluation section.

Depth of Field Calculator 

New York Film Academy, Student Resources, CinematographyIncludes guides, articles, industry trends, Q&As.

StudioBinder: Articles and videos on cinematography. 

Video

KANOPY 

Instructional

Documentaries

LINKEDIN LEARNING

Cinematic Composition for Video Productions (54m) by Eduardo Angel, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, technology consultant, and educator

Creating a Short Film: 07 Cinematography (4h 44m) by Chad Perkins, Chad Perkins, Award-Winning Filmmaker, Published Author

Courses by Bill Dill, Cinematography and Profession of Film and Media Arts

YOUTUBE

Podcasts

A24 Podcasts: Podcasts by the independent film company, A24

The Cinematography Podcast"the art, craft and philosophy of the moving image and the people who make it happen". Hosted by Ben Rock and Illya Friedman.

Filmspotting: "Adam Kempenaar and Josh Larsen review new and classic movies, offering "affable, insightful film analysis since 2005" (NY Times)."

IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit: "Interviews with leading film and TV creators about their process and craft. From screenwriting to film language to cinematography, we'll be examining the innovative ways today's best filmmakers are getting their visions out into the world."

No Film School: "A podcast about how to build a career in filmmaking. No Film School shares the latest opportunities and trends for anyone working in film and TV. We interview leaders in screenwriting, directing, cinematography, editing, and producing."

Team Deakins: "The Team Deakins podcast is an ongoing conversation between acclaimed cinematographer Roger Deakins and James Deakins, his collaborator, about cinematography, the film business and whatever other questions are submitted."

The Wandering DP: "Each week we sit down to discuss the latest stories from on and off set with cinematographers at the top of their game. We also take time to bring you all the news, inspiration, and updates from around the photography and cinematography worlds."