Introduction To Lighting For Videography (Udemy.com)
An answer to the question; “how does lighting in video work?‘
Created by: Jordy Vandeput
Last updated April 2021
What you will learn
- Why we use lights
- Where to place lights
- How to work with practical lights
- The difference between colored lights
- Practical Examples
How it compares
Against the other 293 rated Udemy courses in Video Editing & Animation on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.3 out of 5higher than 26% of them
- Reviews137#164 of 294 by number of reviews
- Length0.5 hoursshorter than 98% of them
- Last updatedApril 2021earlier than 66% of them
Course Description
Introduction To Lighting For Videography
Learn how to create depth, cinematic shots and interesting scenes in this introduction to lighting for video class. With basic lighting tools and natural sources we’re showing various examples in our film-studio and at home.
About This Class
Learn how to create depth, cinematic shots and interesting scenes in this introduction to lighting for video class. With basic lighting tools and natural sources we're showing various examples in our film-studio and at home.
We start off with the purpose of light. Why do we place lights and where should we place them? Next you'll learn how to create more depth using lights, the essence of cinematography.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
You'll learn the essence of lighting in video. An answer to the question; "how does lighting in video work?'. After this class you'll know where to place or position specific lights to create more depth and more interesting scenes.
FOR WHO US THIS CLASS?
Any videographer who's new to lighting or struggles with the purpose of light in video.
WHAT DO I NEED?
Lighting is a theory and can be applied to any situation. You don't need professional lighting tools to follow this class. Using windows, decorative lights, sun light and more, we can apply the same principles.
WHICH EQUIPMENT DID YOU USED IN THIS CLASS?
If you're interested in the lighting we used to showcase the examples in the class, you can check out the lighting collection here.
Instructor Details
- 4.3 Rating
137 Reviews
Jordy Vandeput
Hi, I'm Jordy and I hosts one of the biggest YouTube channels about filmmaking & video editing; Cinecom.
With more than 2.7 million subscribers, we publish weekly tutorial videos. After graduating from film school in 2012, I immediately began teaching online where my real passion lays.
I've never liked the way education works. So I wanted to do something about it. With the classes I produce, I try to separate myself from the general crowd and deliver a course experience rather than some information thrown at a student.
Take a look at my unique courses, I'm sure you'll enjoy :-)
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Reviews
By Viktoriya Semenenko on 9/30/2025
Great course ! I would personally love a little more depth to dive deeper into fundamentals, but the course is still wonderfully made, and the examples are helpful to see.
By Dipen Thegim Limbu on 8/13/2025
If you are a complete beginner in lighting and have only 30 minutes to spare, this course is a game changer. It takes your videos from standard to cinematic, adding emotion and depth with simple yet powerful lighting techniques. If you want to truly understand colors and lighting, this is the perfect starting point. After finishing, you will definitely want to go even deeper into the subject.
By Gabriel Perez on 10/24/2024
I thought 30min would be too short. But for the purpose of understand how lighting works, different types of lights and how to create depth. This guy is good
By Lohitaksh Samjiskar on 8/16/2024
Very good course for people who want to start learning about lighting for camera. It will clear your basics & build a foundation.
By Lc on 7/13/2023
A lot of really useful information and a unique take on the common concepts of lighting. This unique angle makes the more "vague" concepts of lighting a bit more clear (pun fully intended) Some helpful tips and tricks which will (hopefully) help me in my journey as a beginning 3D artist! Lots of love from Belgium!
By Roberto Del Gaudio on 5/30/2023
Dritti verso i punti fondamentali ed essenziali dell'illuminazione. Ottimo punto di partenza da approfondire con la pratica
By Sawitri on 10/13/2022
Give me more clear understanding for type of lightings and what the purpose of using each of them.
By Kishore Maarisetty on 10/4/2022
course is very Short ..should be with more examples I feel
By Kamal Bhatt on 6/9/2022
it covers all the basics in perfect cinecom style, just loved it and learned a lot that would improve my lightnings techniques.
By 中川好幸 on 3/30/2022
He is a great teacher and entertainer. This course, however, is minimum. I want him to develop very practical lessons based on this introductory lesson.
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