Cinematography: Theory and Practice: Image Making for Cinematographers and Directors Author: Blain Brown | Language: English | ISBN:
0240812093 | Format: PDF
Cinematography: Theory and Practice: Image Making for Cinematographers and Directors Description
There's more to being a DP than holding a light meter! With this book as your guide, you are on your way to learning not only about the equipment and technology, but also about the concepts and thought processes that will enable you to shoot professionally, efficiently, and with artistic mastery. A leading book in the field, Cinematography has been translated into many languages and is a staple at the world's top film schools. Lavishly produced and illustrated, it covers the entire range of the profession. The book is not just a comprehensive guide to current professional practice; it goes beyond to explain the theory behind the practice, so you understand how the rules came about and when it's appropriate to break them. In addition, directors will benefit from the book's focus on the body of knowledge they should share with their Director of Photography.
Cinematography presents the basics and beyond, employing clear explanations of standard practice together with substantial illustrations and diagrams to reveal the real world of film production.
Recognizing that professionals know when to break the rules and when to abide by them, this book discusses many examples of fresh ideas and experiments in cinematography. Covering the most up-to-date information on the film/digital interface, new formats, the latest cranes and camera support and other equipment, it also illustrates the classic tried and true methods.
New! A DVD and website features hours of video footage, offering key instruction in topics such as camera basics and essentials, lighting, shooting methods, and much more.
Topics include:
. Concepts of filmmaking
. Language of the lens
. Cinematic continuity
. Lighting for film, digital, and HD
. Exposure
. HD cinematography and shooting
. Shooting in HD
. Image control and filters
. Bleach bypass processes
. Lighting as storytelling
. Shooting special effects
. Set procedures and other issues
The DVD files are also available at http://www.taylorandfrancis.com/cw/brown-9780240812090/.
- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: Focal Press; 2 edition (July 18, 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0240812093
- ISBN-13: 978-0240812090
- Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.2 x 0.9 inches
- Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Having been to film school and working in the entertainment industry as first a cameraman and now a director, this book isn't something for me to read as enjoyment or a hobby (although it is a fun read); this is something that could directly affect my livelihood. So it was with a very critical eye that I read through this second edition of CINEMATOGRAPHY. Since leaving film school I've read just about every book on cinematography available. The first issue with books like this is that there is no set rule as to what a book on cinematography should cover. Some will discuss theories, some will talk about physical lighting setups, while others are a collection of thoughts from cinematographers with little-to-no pictures. This book, hands down, is the most complete single source for learning about the art and practice of cinematography.
The first thing to note is that the book contains hundreds of beautiful, full-color (and B&W where they need to be) pictures from some of the most recognized films from all over the world. This is a trademark of Focal Press, one of the best companies at producing books on film production techniques. But the book doesn't stop there. Many original pictures have been created in order to further enhance understanding of the material, from CG images of camera, actor, and lighting placements, to actual lighting set-ups with performers and lighting placements detailed.
This book has achieved a rare feet in being not only wide, but deep. While any one chapter could easily be expanded into its own book, this one covers all the highlights as well as digging into some of the nitty gritty. Inside you'll find all the basics like lighting set-ups, understanding focus, color, and composition.
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