This CG Cinematography 101 Course is designed for filmmakers, VFX artists, and beginners who want to understand how cinematography works in a digital and visual effects environment. It focuses on analyzing camera behavior inside CG and VFX workflows, helping learners bridge the gap between traditional filmmaking and computer-generated imagery.
The course begins with an introduction to VFX cinematography, explaining how virtual cameras are used to simulate real-world filming inside digital environments. Learners gain a clear understanding of how CG shots are planned, analyzed, and constructed.
A key part of the course is camera breakdown analysis, where students study real cinematic scenes and learn how each shot is built from a technical and artistic perspective. This includes understanding framing, movement, and composition inside VFX pipelines.
The course also covers structured chapter-based learning, including analysis of different cinematic sequences such as action scenes and complex visual effects shots. Students learn how camera decisions affect the final rendered image and how to maintain realism in CG environments.
In addition, learners are introduced to the fundamentals of digital cinematography workflows used in VFX production, including virtual camera setup and shot planning.
By the end of this course, students will understand how cinematography is applied in VFX and CG production, improving both their technical and creative skills in digital filmmaking.