On March 22, 2024,TRINITY LAB-Korea concluded successfully at MBC Munhwa Land in Seoul. This marked the second leg of the journey of TRINITY LAB in Asia, following the China LAB in September 2023. The Korea Directors of Photography Society (KDPS), MBC, and DAYPAY Rental provided comprehensive local support, along with technical contributions from partners including APUTURE, C-MOTION, MOVMAX, ATLAS, VAXIS, SMART SYSTEM and more.
On-site instructors included internationally renowned camera operators Junior Lucano, SOC, ACO, Koon Watcharawit, SOC, ACO, and Wang Jian, SOC, ACO. Online instructors featured several Oscar-winning camera operators, including Ari Robbins, SOC, Peter Cavaciuti, ACO, and Neal Bryant, SOC and more.
On March 22, 2024,TRINITY LAB-Korea concluded successfully at MBC Munhwa Land in Seoul. This marked the second leg of the journey of TRINITY LAB in Asia, following the China LAB in September 2023. The Korea Directors of Photography Society (KDPS), MBC, and DAYPAY Rental provided comprehensive local support, along with technical contributions from partners including APUTURE, C-MOTION, MOVMAX, ATLAS, VAXIS, SMART SYSTEM and more.
On-site instructors included internationally renowned camera operators Junior Lucano, SOC, ACO, Koon Watcharawit, SOC, ACO, and Wang Jian, SOC, ACO. Online instructors featured several Oscar-winning camera operators, including Ari Robbins, SOC, Peter Cavaciuti, ACO, and Neal Bryant, SOC and more.
On March 22, 2024,TRINITY LAB-Korea concluded successfully at MBC Munhwa Land in Seoul. This marked the second leg of the journey of TRINITY LAB in Asia, following the China LAB in September 2023. The Korea Directors of Photography Society (KDPS), MBC, and DAYPAY Rental provided comprehensive local support, along with technical contributions from partners including APUTURE, C-MOTION, MOVMAX, ATLAS, VAXIS, SMART SYSTEM and more.
On-site instructors included internationally renowned camera operators Junior Lucano, SOC, ACO, Koon Watcharawit, SOC, ACO, and Wang Jian, SOC, ACO. Online instructors featured several Oscar-winning camera operators, including Ari Robbins, SOC, Peter Cavaciuti, ACO, and Neal Bryant, SOC and more.
QUICK LOOK-BACK
◉Understanding the features and hardware
◉Preparing the camera systems and accessories
◉Ensuring proper balance for each piece of gear
◉Adjusting the Vest to achieve the best fit for different body shapes
◉Adapting the Suspension Arm to various situations
◉Learning to use the control joystick and wheel kit for remote camera control
◉Practicing basic movements and drills with the TRINITY and STEADICAM
◉Gaining a deep understanding of the software and GUI applications for advanced configurations
◉Engaging in exercises with the gear to cover fundamental camera movements on set, such as track shots, back and forth, side by side, 360 rotations around the subject, Don Juan position, Low mode, and more. (Note: Depending on students’ skills, we can increase the difficulty of the exercises.)
◉Rehearsing, shooting, and recording the 3-5 minutes long-take to apply new skills with the TRINITY 1, TRINITY 2, and STEADICAM
◉Featuring online guests who will share their experiences and offer advice on working in the film industry.
INSTRUCTORS
Alongside the main instructors, JUNIOR LUCANO, SOC, ACO, WATCHARAWIT YA-INTA (KOON), SOC, ACO, and WANG JIAN, SOC, ACO, TRINITY LAB invited internationally renowned cinematographers and camera operators as in-person or online instructors for Korea LAB. They shared their career experiences, visual ideas, and personal training techniques while providing hands-on training to each participant. The course was conducted in English, and interpreters were present on set to facilitate better communication among classmates.
JUNIOR LUCANO, SOC, ACO
SOC and ACO member, camera operator, STEADICAM operator, ARRI TRINITY operator, and owner. ARRI certified TRINITY Gen. 1 and 2 instructor. His filmography includes 35 movies where he served as a camera, STEADICAM, and TRINITY operator, along with numerous collaborations on commercials for a variety of brands, including Louis Vuitton, Cartier, BMW, Lexus, Adidas, Nike, and more.
WATCHARAWIT YA-INTA 'KOON', SOC, ACO
Cinematographer and camera operator based in Bangkok, Thailand. The first and only Thai operator affiliated with the Society of Camera Operators (SOC) and the Association of Camera Operators (ACO). ARRI certified TRINITY 2 Instructor. He graduated from the Academy of Art in San Francisco with a major in Cinematography in the Motion Picture and Television department. He has conducted numerous seminars and hands-on workshops.
WANG JIAN, SOC, ACO
SOC, ACO member. Officially certified STEADICAM instructor by TIFFEN in the USA. Received the TIFFEN Workshop Gold Certification in 2019, and has been working with TRINITY and STEADICAM for 13 years, participating in the filming of numerous films and TV dramas as well as large-scale EFP productions, including MY PEOPLE, MY PARENTS, CASUAL REVENGE, THE INFILTRATOR, LADY'S CHARACTER, GANGSTER, THE COP, THE DEVIL, and TRUTH.
ONLINE GUESTS
SOC member, TRINITY and STEADICAM operator. Representative works include the Academy Award winner "LA LA LAND", "Everything Everywhere All at Once" and more.
ACO and GBCT member, TRINITY and STEADICAM operator. Representative works include the Academy winner "1917", "Blade Runner 2049", and "007: Skyfall" and more.
SOC member, ZEEGEE and STEADICAM operator. Representative works include “The Last Of Us", "Barry" and more.
Trinity and Steadicam operator. Representative works include "The 66th Annual Grammy Award" "The Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII" and more.
TRINITY and STEADICAM operator. Representative works included "Maze Runner: The Death Cure""La Grande Bellezza" and more.
Inventor and designer of ARRI ARTEMIS, TRINITY and SRH System.
COURSE DESIGN
◉ Understanding the hardware components of the TRINITY / STEADICAM
◉ Process of how to Assemble
◉ Theory and Process of Balance
◉ Q&A
◉ Practice time for Assemble and Balance
◉ Online Guest
◉ Recap previous class
◉ Practice of Assemble and Balance
◉ Theory and practice of adjustment of Vest and Arm
◉ First steps with TRINITY / STEADICAM
◉ Basic movements and drills with the TRINITY / STEADICAM
◉ Online Guest
◉ Recap of the 2 previous classes
◉ Prepare different cameras set ups for more practice of Balance
◉ Learn to use the remote control joystick
◉ Get to know the software and GUI applications for advanced configurations
◉ Basic movements of Tilt and Boom with TRINITY / STEADICAM
◉ Online Guest
◉ Recap of the previous days of training - Q&A
◉ Introduction and demonstration of freestyle operating in multi-cam situations
◉ Practice and Rehearsal
◉ Principle shooting with professional dancers
◉ Review - Q&A
◉ Introduction and demonstration of operating on Rickshaw
◉ Practice and Rehearsal
◉ Principle shooting on Rickshaw
◉ Review - Q&A
◉ Recap of the previous days of training - Q&A
◉ Introduction and demonstration of the 3-5 minutes long-take in a pre-constructed set
◉ Practice and Rehearsal
◉ Principle shooting of the long take
◉ Review - Q&A
◉ Wrap Party and Ceremony
GROUP DIVISION
During the Korea Lab, we divided into 2 groups according on the demand of the students enrolled. We adjusted our training plan according to each student’s request and skill level, and offered different options for each group.
STEADICAM
Participants in the STEADICAM program, whether beginners or intermediates, experienced customized training based on their individual needs. Through individual interviews, we understood their goals, which allowed us to tailor the program to meet their specific requirements.
TRINITY
TRINITY Beginner
The participants for this group were recommend to be already STEADICAM operators and/or camera operators with experience on the industry.
TRINITY Intermediate
The participants of this group provided a showreel and had experience on working with TRINITY. We interviewed each of them to understand their goals and adjust our program to their needs.
KOREA LAB designed a practical MV shooting section based on the local K-Pop culture. Through the perfect collaboration of APUTURE Lighting Controlling System, C-MOTION Wireless Follow Focus System, and ATLAS' brand new MERCURY Anamorphic Lens, operators experienced hands-on training with TRINITY for authentic dual-camera shooting, and discovered broader possibilities and unlimited potential within their careers.
MBC 문화동산, the training venue of Korea LAB is a captivating film industry park and cultural haven nestled in Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea. This dynamic venue serves as the dedicated film set for renowned dramas like ’Dae Jang Geum (대장금),‘ ’Heo Jun (허준),‘ and ’Sangdo (상도).‘ In this exceptional production venue, we provide convenient living services and extensive training field, including using our custom-designed Rickshaw specifically for stabilizer operators, developed in collaboration with MOVMAX.
In Korea LAB we retained and expanded the online lectures sections with 6 master operators. They share various topics with the operators with their personal experiences and knowledges, including how their career got started, how to work with the directors, the DP and the camera crews, what to wear and how to keep themselves safe on set and more.
With equipment provided by DAYPAY and CINEMALL, and technical support from partners such as SMART SYSTEM, C-MOTION, MOVMAX, ATLAS, VAXIS, and APUTURE, Korea LAB offers operators a wide range of equipment choices. Manufacturer partners showcased the practical applications of their advanced technologies, including their lighting systems, Rickshaw, and Cinefade, across various shooting scenarios. Additionally, they provided classroom lectures for detailed explanations and demonstrations of these technologies.
In addition to online mentors such as Oscar-winning camera operator Ari Robbins, SOC, Peter Cavaciuti, ACO, and SOC CAMERA OPERATOR OF THE YEAR winner Neal Bryant, SOC, Dong-joo Kim, the camera operator of the 92nd Academy Awards Best Picture winner PARASITE, also visited TRINITY LAB in person. This provided operators from around the world with an unparalleled opportunity to cross borders and learn from these esteemed industry veterans.