Picture Composition for Film and Video
Peter
Ward
Freelance cameraman and trainer, working with ITTC and ex-Chairman of the Guild of
Television Cameramen. He spent many years working on a variety of programmes at the BBC
before becoming Head of Cameras at Television South West. He is the author of Basic
Betacam Camerawork 3rd edition, Digital Video Camerawork 3rd edition, Digital Video
Camerawork, TV Technical Operations (all in the Media Manual series), Picture Composition
for Film and Television and co-wrote Multiskilling for Television Production.
- Easy to follow and full of illustrations for easy understanding
- Complete introduction for students and trainees
- Covers shooting backgrounds for Chroma Key
'..a highly enlightening read.'
Hotshoe International, April 1996
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Behind each shot there lies an idea or purpose.
When setting up a shot, the camera operator can employ a range of visual techniques that
will clearly communicate the idea to an audience. Composition is the bedrock of the
operator's craft, yet is seldom taught in training courses in the belief that it is an
intuitive, personal skill.
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Behind each shot there lies an idea or purpose. When setting up a shot, the camera
operator can employ a range of visual techniques that will clearly communicate the idea to
an audience. Composition is the bedrock of the operator's craft, yet is seldom taught in
training courses in the belief that it is an intuitive, personal skill.
Picture Composition for Film and Video's basic premise is that composition can be learned
without restricting the scope for individual creativity and innovation.
Based on the author's own practical experience, the book deals with the methods available
for resolving practical production questions such as:
- Does the shot composition accurately reflect the idea that initiated the shot?
- Will the content and method of presenting the subject accurately convey the idea?
The book also includes:
- diagrams and case studies for visual composition
- the relationship between human perception and visual images
- a section on virtual studios
If you are a practising camera operator, trainee camera operator, student or lecturer on a
television or film production course, or simply a video enthusiast wishing to progress to
a more professional standard you will find this book essential in enhancing the quality of
your work.
Introduction;Perception; Perspective; Frame and aspect ratio; Visual design; Light;
Colour; Past influences; Staging; Movement; Context; Compositing
Readership: Camera operators; Trainee camera operators, ENG technicians,
technical operators, Programme makers, producers, Directors, Corporate video camera
operators.
ISBN: 0240514211 Paperback
Color plates: Line Illustrations: 30
Halftones: 10
Measurements: 7.5 x 9.75 In.
Pages: 176
Publication Date: Monday, December 11, 1995
Price: $44.99
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Published: 12/1995 Order by
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