Introduction to Cinematography: Learning Through Practice
Introduction to Cinematography offers a practical, stage-by-stage guide to learning, combining and using the creative and technical aspects of cinematography. Building from a skills-based approach focused on professional practice, cinematographer and award-winning author Tania Hoser provides a step-by-step introduction for both cinematographers and camera assistants to the techniques, processes and procedures of working with cameras, lenses and light.

Building on the success of the first book, this second edition adds all-new chapters on virtual production and extended reality, as well as a significant increase in low-budget examples and case studies, to accommodate every reader.

Richly illustrated, the book incorporates exercises and sample scripts throughout, exploring light, color, movement and the language of the lens. The principles and techniques of shaping and controlling light are applied to working with natural light and film lamps and, as with all areas of cinematography, show both high-end and low-budget options.

This makes the second edition of Introduction to Cinematography the most up-to-date and essential resource for anyone aiming to acquire the full range of cinematography skills, allowing seamless progression from exercises through to full feature shoots. Assessment rubrics also provide a framework to measure progress as the reader’s ability to visually interpret scripts and enhance the director's vision develops.

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Introduction to Cinematography: Learning Through Practice
Introduction to Cinematography offers a practical, stage-by-stage guide to learning, combining and using the creative and technical aspects of cinematography. Building from a skills-based approach focused on professional practice, cinematographer and award-winning author Tania Hoser provides a step-by-step introduction for both cinematographers and camera assistants to the techniques, processes and procedures of working with cameras, lenses and light.

Building on the success of the first book, this second edition adds all-new chapters on virtual production and extended reality, as well as a significant increase in low-budget examples and case studies, to accommodate every reader.

Richly illustrated, the book incorporates exercises and sample scripts throughout, exploring light, color, movement and the language of the lens. The principles and techniques of shaping and controlling light are applied to working with natural light and film lamps and, as with all areas of cinematography, show both high-end and low-budget options.

This makes the second edition of Introduction to Cinematography the most up-to-date and essential resource for anyone aiming to acquire the full range of cinematography skills, allowing seamless progression from exercises through to full feature shoots. Assessment rubrics also provide a framework to measure progress as the reader’s ability to visually interpret scripts and enhance the director's vision develops.

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Introduction to Cinematography: Learning Through Practice

Introduction to Cinematography: Learning Through Practice

by Tania Hoser
Introduction to Cinematography: Learning Through Practice

Introduction to Cinematography: Learning Through Practice

by Tania Hoser

Overview

Introduction to Cinematography offers a practical, stage-by-stage guide to learning, combining and using the creative and technical aspects of cinematography. Building from a skills-based approach focused on professional practice, cinematographer and award-winning author Tania Hoser provides a step-by-step introduction for both cinematographers and camera assistants to the techniques, processes and procedures of working with cameras, lenses and light.

Building on the success of the first book, this second edition adds all-new chapters on virtual production and extended reality, as well as a significant increase in low-budget examples and case studies, to accommodate every reader.

Richly illustrated, the book incorporates exercises and sample scripts throughout, exploring light, color, movement and the language of the lens. The principles and techniques of shaping and controlling light are applied to working with natural light and film lamps and, as with all areas of cinematography, show both high-end and low-budget options.

This makes the second edition of Introduction to Cinematography the most up-to-date and essential resource for anyone aiming to acquire the full range of cinematography skills, allowing seamless progression from exercises through to full feature shoots. Assessment rubrics also provide a framework to measure progress as the reader’s ability to visually interpret scripts and enhance the director's vision develops.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781032408842
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Publication date: 08/27/2024
Edition description: 2nd ed.
Pages: 482
Product dimensions: 8.25(w) x 11.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Tania Hoser is a bestselling author and cinematographer who has won the Kodak and Metz cinematography prizes and shot six multi-award-winning films. Tania has also had several television commissions as a writer/director. She has taught film, photography and cinematography at universities in several countries, including the University of the West Indies, Barbados, and Abu Dhabi Women’s College, United Arab Emirates.

Table of Contents

Section A 1. Learning Cinematography: Developing Creative and Technical skills Section B 2. Working on Set 3. Focus Pulling and Camera Assistant Skills 4. Fundamental Photographic Knowledge 5. Choosing and Assembling the Camera Kit 6. Preparation and Testing 7. Understanding Workflow and Shooting Appropriately Section C 8. Virtual Production and Extended Reality Section D 9. Creating Shots: Lenses and Composition 10. Creating Scenes: Storytelling and Continuity 11. Storytelling: Controlling Pace and the Impact of Shutter Speed Section E 12. Solo Shooting for Television and Documentary Section F 13. Camera Operating and Camera Supports Section G 14. Fundamentals of Lighting Light Metering and Exposure 15. Lighting Techniques: Natural and Available Light 16. Lighting Techniques: Shaping Light with Film and Practical Lamps 17. Lighting Techniques: Lighting Locations and Studios Section H 18. Color and Image Control: Creating the Look of the Film Section I 19. Starting and Developing a Career in Cinematography Index

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