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Han Khim

You're building something most people never will.

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Your path begins now

Follow these three steps to get the most from your masterclass.

Watch Foundations

Complete Module 01 to build your base.

2

Complete your first task

Apply what you've learned — film your first assignment.

3

Submit your first video

Review your first edit

Get personal feedback from the instructor.

Self-review using the checklist provided.

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Finish: Natural Light Techniques

Then: Film a 30-second scene using only natural light

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Modules

7 MODULES
01

Foundation

Camera settings, exposure, and the basics of cinematic thinking.

02

Composition

Framing, movement, and visual storytelling principles.

03

Lighting & Mood

Natural, artificial, and mixed lighting for cinematic results.

04

Color & Grade

Color theory, grading workflows, and building your look.

05

Sound Design

Audio capture, sound effects, and emotional scoring.

06

Edit & Flow

Pacing, transitions, and the rhythm of cinematic editing.

07

The Final Cut

Delivering your project — export, delivery, and portfolio building.

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Lighting & Mood

Master the art of lighting — from natural daylight to controlled studio setups. Learn how light shapes mood, guides the viewer's eye, and elevates every frame.

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01

Understanding Light

The physics and emotion of light in filmmaking.

12 MIN
02

Natural Light Techniques

Working with available light for cinematic results.

18 MIN
03

Artificial Lighting Basics

Key, fill, and back — the three-point setup.

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04

Colour Temperature

Mixing warm and cool light for depth.

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05

Practical Lighting

Using in-frame light sources creatively.

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06

Mood & Shadow

Using darkness as a storytelling tool.

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07

Lighting for Movement

Maintaining light quality during dynamic shots.

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ASSIGNMENT

Film a 30-second scene using only natural light. Capture three different moods.

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Natural Light Techniques

Learn how to harness available daylight, window light, and golden hour to create cinematic frames without any artificial equipment.

KEY TAKEAWAY

The quality of natural light depends on direction, diffusion, and time of day. Learn to read light before you set up a shot.

ASSIGNMENT

Film a 30-second scene using only natural light. Capture three different moods by changing your subject's position relative to the light source.

DURATION

18 minutes

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Submit Video

Share your work for personal feedback. Choose a piece that challenges you — this is where growth happens.

You have 1 submission this month. Make it count.

Choose your strongest recent work. Be specific about what you want feedback on — the more targeted your question, the more useful the response.

Vimeo, YouTube, or Google Drive link accepted.

Feedback is typically returned within 5–7 days. You'll receive a notification when it's ready.

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Feedback

Your submissions and instructor feedback.

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Resources

Tools and assets to support your production workflow.

LUTs

Cinematic Warm

Golden tones with lifted shadows. Ideal for daylight and golden hour footage.

USE AFTER EXPOSURE CORRECTION — KEEP INTENSITY BELOW 30%

.CUBE — 48KB

Cool Desaturate

Muted tones with blue-shifted highlights. Works well for urban and night footage.

BEST FOR URBAN / NIGHT — PAIR WITH CONTRAST BOOST

.CUBE — 48KB

Film Emulation

Organic grain and halation. Mimics 35mm film stock characteristics.

APPLY AS FINAL LAYER — DO NOT STACK WITH OTHER LUTS

.CUBE — 52KB

Sound Effects

Ambient Pack

40 atmospheric sounds — rain, wind, room tone, city hum.

LAYER UNDER DIALOGUE AT -18DB TO -24DB

.WAV — 120MB

Transition SFX

25 whooshes, risers, and impacts for cinematic transitions.

SYNC TO CUT POINT — LESS IS MORE

.WAV — 68MB

Foley Essentials

15 everyday sounds — footsteps, doors, fabric, glass.

SYNC TO VISIBLE ACTION — MATCH SURFACE TYPE

.WAV — 45MB

Checklists

Pre-Production Checklist

Script breakdown, shot list, gear prep, and scheduling guide.

USE 48 HOURS BEFORE EVERY SHOOT

.PDF — 2.4MB

Post-Production Workflow

Ingest to export — organized step-by-step editing workflow.

FOLLOW THE ORDER — SKIP NOTHING

.PDF — 1.8MB

Delivery Spec Sheet

Export settings for YouTube, Instagram, Vimeo, and festival submissions.

REFERENCE BEFORE EVERY EXPORT

.PDF — 840KB