Grammar of the Shot: Fourth Edition

ISBN-13: 9781138632226 / Angielski / Miękka / 2017 / 308 str.

Christopher J. Bowen; Roy Thompson

Opis

The newly-revised and updated fourth edition of Grammar of the Shot teaches readers the principles behind successful shot composition, screen direction, depth cues, lighting, screen direction, camera movement, shooting for editing, and many general practices to help create rich, multi-layered visuals. Designed as an easy-to-use reference, Grammar of the Shot presents each topic succinctly with clear photographs and diagrams illustrating key concepts, practical exercises and quiz questions, and is a staple of any filmmaker s library. The book is accompanied with downloadable, professionally-shot complete scenes and editable raw video footage so that students can practice the techniques described in the book. The fourth edition is updated throughout with new illustrations, and an expanded companion website includes visual examples of concepts discussed in the book, instructional videos, downloadable and editable footage, and full-color illustrations. Together with its companion volume, Grammar of the Edit, these books together offer a concise and practical resource for both the professional and aspiring filmmaker."

O autorze

Christopher J. Bowen has worked within the motion media industries for over 18 years as a cinematographer, editor, director, and educator. Currently, he is an Associate Professor of Film Production and Visual Media Writing at Framingham State University. He is also an Avid Certified Instructor, Creative Director of his own media production company, Fellsway Creatives, and author of the companion text, Grammar of the Edit.