Acting for the Camera I

Learn to get comfortable in front of the lens.

Exercises begin with on-camera interviews so students can view their screen images in playback.

Instruction focuses on understanding technical and emotional adjustments required for working in front of the camera in a relaxed and truthful way and developing intimacy with the camera.

Topics include the difference between frame sizes and learning to hit marks.

Hone your acting techniques through scene-study guidelines and sensory and moment-to-moment exercises, as well as monologue work.

Some exercises are performed on camera with emphasis on close-ups, simple scenes and basic camera moves.

The instructor critiques individual students' work during playback.