Peter Salapatas
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Visual Storytelling on a Budget: Shot Design That Works

45 min
Oct 27, 2026 1:00 PM

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What you'll learn

Learn how to use camera position to tell your story

I will use concrete examples from my films as well as from international cinema.

You will learn to use lenses to portray your story

You will learn how to use lenses to create a style of your film to support your story.

Learn the fundamentals of visual storytelling

By controlling visual storytelling you can design your films to support your theme

Why this topic matters

Mastering camera placement and lens choice makes you a stronger filmmaker and sharper visual storyteller. You'll learn to structure scenes with intention — not by instinct alone — and leave with tools you can apply on your very next shoot

You'll learn from

Peter Salapatas

Peter Salapatas

I am an active filmmaker, professor of cinematography and a member of the GSC.

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