BAFTA nominated cinematography videographer to lead cinematography workshop in Dubai

Light House Studio and short film making evangelist Philip Bloom to teach fans cinematography skills and techniques

DUBAI-UAE, 06 January 2013: Light House Studio Dubai, UAE’s fastest growing photo & film studio, in association with leading cinematographer Philip Bloom from London, invite videographers and cinematographer fans and aficionados to be part of a three day workshop learning world class skills and techniques for video and filming in cinematic styles.

In Dubai to teach for the first time, noted advocate and industry expert on how to use DSLRs, Philip Bloom will lead the workshops giving participants hands on experience of how to produce the perfect films and videos by getting the best out of DSLR videography. Using first class recording equipment including the Canon, Nikon and Sony cameras, Philip will teach participants step by step how to create the perfect video using their DSLR equipment including audio and lighting techniques, right through to the shooting various scenes and post-production editing.

Taking place on the Thursday 17th of January, at the studio, the first one day intensive workshop – Basic Videography workshop – will give participants the opportunity to learn how to get the best out of their DSLR cameras, creating timelapses and the art of how to record sound to give you the best possible results.

The second workshop running from Friday 18th to Saturday 19th January sees Philip giving advanced level participants more of a feel of how to record in difficult lighting set ups and how to capture and reflect the real life mood and environment of a scenario within the recording. The 2-day intensive Advance Master Class workshop will cover the understanding of getting the audio correct in post production, editing workflows, techniques and different filming set ups such as crane shooting, handheld camcorders and large sensor camcorders. Participants will also be given training on client management and how to handle unexpected technical difficulties. Each workshop concludes with a comprehensive session of replaying the participant’s footage for peer reviews.

Commenting on this incredible opportunity and experience for videography fanatics in Dubai, Mohamed Kashif Joosub, Founder and Managing Director, Light House Studio said: “Light House Studio is honoured to be working with Philip to give videography fans from all over the world the opportunity to learn first-hand from an industry expert how to embrace cinematography filming.

“We have designed these courses to include industry best practices and real life situation to give participants an opulent variety of skills and techniques used to produce cinematography style films or videos, regardless of the situation or environment. Philip’s passion for filmmaking is contagious. He is truly a multi-skilled filmmaker with over twenty years experience as a cinematographer, director, editor and sound engineer. I am confident participants will leave with more eagerness and ambition to produce cinematography films than what they had when they started.”

“Over the years I’ve been to Dubai many times to film, but I’ve never done any teaching there, but I can’t wait because this month I’m coming to Dubai for a 1 day and 2 day workshop to share with fans the secret behind cinematography filming, I look forward to seeing you there” said Philip Bloom

The Basic Workshop costs AED 850 and the Advance Master Workshop costs AED 2,500. If participants would like to attend both workshops places can be booked for a special offer at AED 3,000. To book either or both of the cinematic style videography training workshops, please contact Light House Studio: Tel: +971-4-341 9697 or visit the website: www.lighthouse.ae. To find out what all the fuss is about watch this youtube video for a sneak preview of what to expect at Philip Bloom’s Dubai workshops.

Philip Bloom has extensive experience and knowledge of cinematography filming and has toured the globe from Clapham to Cambodia, hosting workshops and sharing his experiences and best practices with professional and independent filmmakers. He has filmed, directed and edited short films, documentaries and much more.

Place are limited and advance booking is recommended.

About Light House Studio
Light House Studio in Dubai are modern state-of-the-art studios that offers studios and equipment rental as well as photography, video and production services. Light House Studio boast of over 6,000 sq. ft area (2 studios) for shoots equipped with corners, infinity curves, green screen, wall lighting grid and sound proof acoustics. Our in-house facilities include lounge areas with iPads, Dressing rooms with hangers and Racks for the stylists, Lockable cabinets, Hair and make-up areas, Kitchenette with food counters, and Surround sound system.

Along with the studios, we offer complimentary refreshments and high speed WIFI internet access. We can also arrange for a caterer to provide for your F&B requirements during the shoot.

Although our studios are primarily for photographic, video & film productions, we can also cater for events, galleries and workshops.