Humanities Arts Cultural Stu 0139 - Introduction to Non-Fiction Moving-Image Practices

Introduction to Non-Fiction Moving-Image Practices is a time-based production course, taking an expansive look at histories, theories, and methods of non-fiction film and video making towards the development of artful moving-image practices. Throughout the semester, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of video production including cinematography, sound recording, lighting, and editing. Students will meet a wide range of non-fiction modalities, from observational and expository works to diary and essay films. We will consider various approaches to representing the "real" and question the ways power and authority are encoded in form. Over the course of the semester, students will complete a series of projects, honing their technical skills and cultivating their artistic visions. Keywords:Film, Video, Non-Fiction, Documentary, Production

Media and Technology Students should expect to spend 8 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time Lab/Materials fee: $65