Modern Cinematography Masterclass is a professional cinematography course by Andrei Beresnev from Andbery, teaching filmmakers how to understand, shape, and control light while developing a consistent visual storytelling workflow.

The course explores cinematic lighting, exposure methodologies, contrast, film response, production design, and practical on-set techniques. Rather than focusing on expensive camera equipment, it teaches a structured approach to planning and creating cinematic images for films, commercials, and music videos.

COURSE CONTENT

• 5 Learning Modules
• 24 Lessons
• Approximately 5 Hours of Training
• 2 Practical Assessments
• 3 PDF Guidebooks
• Cinematic Lighting Demonstrations
• Exposure & Contrast Techniques
• On-Set Lighting Workflows
• Production Design & Visual Storytelling

01. THE CINEMATOGRAPHER'S MINDSET

• Introduction to Cinematography
• The Cinematography Mindset
• Understanding Visual Intent
• Developing a Professional Approach to Image Creation

02. SCULPTING LIGHT

• The Art of Depth: Chiaroscuro
• Atmosphere & Volume
• Motivated Light & Visual Rhythm
• Color Temperature Separation
• The Contrast Handbook
• Practical Breakdown: The Final Look

03. READING EXPOSURE

• Exposure Methodologies
• Precision & Consistency
• The Characteristic Curve
• 16mm Color Negative Workflow
• Exposure Stress Test
• The Exposure Playbook

04. ON SET

• Environmental Integration: Source & Set
• Night Cinematography & Realism
• Subtractive Lighting
• Daylight Control
• Working with Darkness
• Mixed Light & Natural Light
• 3-Step Lighting Setup

05. WORLD BUILDING

• Visual Translation: Script to Screen
• Using Props to Shape Composition
• Three Color Harmonies for Cinematic Scenes
• Visual Storytelling
• Previsualization with Photo References
• Creating Lighting Plans
• From Script to Set
• Shooting Plan Development

INCLUDED GUIDEBOOKS

• Production Design for Filmmakers
• 3-Step Lighting Setup
• The Exposure Toolkit

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Understand Professional Cinematography Principles
• Shape Light to Create Depth and Atmosphere
• Control Contrast and Color Temperature
• Apply Motivated Lighting Techniques
• Understand Exposure and Film Response
• Use False Color and Waveforms for Exposure
• Create Realistic Night Lighting
• Work with Natural and Mixed Light
• Apply Subtractive Lighting Techniques
• Improve Composition through Production Design
• Translate Scripts into Visual Plans
• Build Practical Lighting Setups
• Develop Consistent Cinematic Workflows

SUITABLE FOR

• Cinematographers
• Directors of Photography
• Filmmakers
• Videographers
• Commercial Filmmakers
• Music Video Creators
• Camera Operators
• Film Students
• Content Creators
• Aspiring Cinematographers

COURSE INFORMATION

• Instructor: Andrei Beresnev
• Publisher: Andbery
• Course: Modern Cinematography Masterclass
• Modules: 5
• Lessons: 24
• Duration: Approximately 5 Hours
• Assessments: 2
• Guidebooks: 3
• Format: Online Video Course
• Category: Cinematography / Lighting / Production Design

SUBTITLES

• English
• Spanish
• German
• French
• Russian
• Arabic
• Japanese
• Chinese

REQUIREMENTS

• Basic Camera or Video Recording Equipment
• Access to Natural or Artificial Lighting
• No Expensive Cinema Camera Required
• Suitable for Motivated Beginners and Working Filmmakers

Modern Cinematography Masterclass focuses on practical lighting decisions, visual planning, and professional cinematography techniques rather than software-based video editing.