Cinematography: Theory and Practice

Name: Cinematography: Theory and Practice
Brand: Taylor & Francis
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By Blain Brown

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Cinematography: Theory and Practice by Blain Brown offers an in-depth exploration of the art and craft of visual storytelling through cinematography. The 4th edition is comprehensively updated to include the latest technology in lighting and cameras, expanded topics such as shooting on a budget, UHD colour spaces, electrical requirements, and the cinematographer's role in preproduction. It covers key subjects including continuity, exposure, colour, digital imaging, lighting techniques, camera movement, set operations, and special effects applications like green screen and high-speed filming. This book is an essential guide for students, aspiring professionals, and seasoned filmmakers aiming to master both the creative and technical aspects of cinematography.
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This comprehensive guide is ideal for film students, emerging cinematographers, and experienced professionals seeking to update and expand their knowledge of modern cinematography techniques and technology.

This book covers both the artistry and craftsmanship of cinematography and visual storytelling. Few art forms are as tied to their tools and technology as is cinematography. Take your mastery of these new tools, techniques, and roles to the next level with this cutting-edge roadmap from author and filmmaker Blain Brown.

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Cinematography: Theory and Practice covers both the artistry and craftsmanship of cinematography and visual storytelling. Few art forms are as tied to their tools and technology as is cinematography. Take your mastery of these new tools, techniques, and roles to the next level with this cutting-edge roadmap from author and filmmaker Blain Brown.

This 4th edition has been thoroughly updated throughout to include detailed information on the latest lighting and camera equipment, as well as expanded and updated discussion on the following areas: shooting on a budget, colour spaces with emphasis on the new UHD standards, the decision-making process in choosing what lights and equipment to use, considerations concerning power issues, safety and what electrical supply is needed for various types of lights, an examination of the cinematographer’s role in preproduction, and much more.

Topics Include:

Visual storytelling
Continuity and coverage
Cameras and digital sensors
The tools and basics of film lighting
Methods of shooting a scene
Exposure
Colour
Understanding digital images
Using linear, gamma, and log video
Image control and grading on the set
Data management and the DIT
Optics and focus
Camera movement
Set operations
Green screen, high speed, and other topics

Whether you are a student of filmmaking, someone just breaking into the business, working in the field and looking to move up the ladder, or an experienced filmmaker updating your knowledge of tools and techniques, this book provides both the artistic background of visual language and also the craft of shooting for continuity, lighting tools and methods, and the technical side of capturing images on digital or on film.

The companion website (www.routledge.com/cw/brown) features additional material, including lighting demonstrations, basic methods of lighting, methods of shooting a scene, using diffusion, and other topics.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Esteemed cinematographers and educators praise this book for demystifying the transition from film to digital and presenting complex technical processes in an accessible manner. Judy Irola highlights its seamless integration of art and technology, while Anthony Jannelli regards it as essential reading for both students and professionals. James Henderson applauds the explanatory diagrams and film illustrations that provide insight into the cinematographer's artistry and methodology, noting the book’s ability to illuminate both broad techniques and intricate details.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780367373450

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 September 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Edition: 4th edition

Illustration: 856 Halftones, color; 856 Illustrations, color

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 266.0mm

Weight: 1640g

Pages: 510

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About the Author

Blain Brown has been in the film business for over 30 years, working as a director of photography, director, screenwriter, producer, and editor. Before becoming a DP/Director, he worked as a lighting technician, gaffer, and grip. He has written, directed, and photographed feature films, commercials, music videos, and corporate videos. He has taught at several film schools in the Los Angeles area, including Columbia College, UCLA, Los Angeles Film School, and AFI. He studied architecture and planning at MIT, and the Harvard Graduate School of Design. His other books include The Basics of Filmmaking: Screenwriting, Producing, Directing, Cinematography, Audio, & Editing, Motion Picture and Video Lighting (3rd edition), and The Filmmaker’s Guide to Digital Imaging.

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