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Mastering LOG for Film Production

This four-hour workshop provides filmmakers and production professionals with a clear, practical understanding of what LOG is, why it’s used, and when it’s the right choice. Participants will explore the differences between LOG, RAW, and Rec.709 workflows, comparing image data, flexibility, exposure latitude, and post-production implications. Through visual examples and real-world scenarios, the workshop demystifies how each format fits into modern production pipelines and how to select the best option based on creative goals, budget, and delivery requirements.

The workshop then focuses on properly exposing LOG footage using professional tools, emphasizing accuracy over guesswork. Participants will learn to use waveforms, zebras, false color, and grey card references to achieve consistent, reliable exposure across different camera systems. Monitoring LOG with LUTs, protecting highlights, and understanding how on-set exposure decisions affect post-production will be reinforced through practical demonstrations, giving attendees the confidence to shoot LOG correctly and efficiently in real-world conditions.

The Camera Theory workshop is strongly recommended as a prerequisite. This course is recommended as a companion to the Colour Theory, DIT (Diigital Imaging) and Digital Colour Grading with DaVinci Resolve workshops.

Tue 24 March 2026, 6 - 10 pm   
(Registration deadline is Tue 24 March 5:00 pm)

Instructor: Michael Jari Davidson

Michael Jari Davidson is an award-winning Toronto-based cinematographer who chooses to work in the narrative and music video spaces. His cinematography work includes the digital series "I Will Bury You," the upcoming feature sci-fi film "Den Mother Crimson", and Lowell Dean’s post-apocalyptic feature  "Supergrid". Michael’s work has garnered millions of views on YouTube, having lensed music videos for major American record label artists, including the legendary GRAMMY nominated grunge titans Alice In Chains (Capitol), Buck 65 (Warner), and Juno Award winners Tegan and Sara (Warner Bros Records) and Dear Rouge (Universal). His work has appeared in Canadian Cinematographer, and Kodak’s InCamera magazine. https://michaeljaridavidson.com https://www.instagram.com/mjd_dop



Location: 1137 Dupont Street, Toronto, Ontario M6H 2A3
Category: Cameras
Maximum Capacity: 12
4 hours of instruction $75 /member$100 /nonmember
Registration opens
Tue 13 Jan at 10am