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should you learn still photography before learning cinematography?
Is it a tradition to learn basics of still photography to better understand lighting and composition before learning the techniques and principles involved with cinematography?
I haven’t studied either one. I might want to dabble a little in still photography, but I am mainly interested in film/video. If there is an advantage to studying photography in-depth, then I would be happy to do it. I might just do it anyway if I find it rewarding.
In case you’re curious, I have dabbled in graphic art and have a strong background in music, so I tend to feel at home in any creative media and arts activities.
It’s probably best to start in stills, but honestly, I never really learned photography before I went to film school and I picked up cinematography really quick. I’ve been a working cinematographer for about 4 years (mostly shorts and industrials) and teach cinematography part time- still don’t know a ton about still photography.
The main concepts in still photography that will help you are learning how to expose properly, the zone system, and good composition. Film work throws all sorts of new stuff at you, such as lighting for movement, rack focusing, camera movement, etc.
Good cinematography is all about the lighting, so study that. Study electricity and cables so you know how to light in a practical manner. And just get on set.
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