Posts Tagged ‘Digital’
Digital Filmmaking For Actors: The Simple Script: How You Can Enhance Your Acting Career By Creating Your Own Opportunities.
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This is the most condensed and easy to understand book on how to make a digital movie. Instead of 300 pages of mumbo jumbo, its 95 pages of easy instruction and 29 pages of glossary and indexes of film related information.
Writing A Great Script Fast Workbook: Story For Digital Filmmaking
Writing A Great Script Fast Workbook: Story For Digital Filmmaking
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Story is the hardest thing to learn for most digital filmmakers these days, since the technology has become so inexpensive and easy to use. What if you had a universal story brainstorming roadmap to help you think up all the best possible narrative ideas for your project at each step? This Workbook contains a series of simple questions you answer about your story idea to create a great script fast. Lists of possible story ideas are given at each step to avoid any writer’s block. For example, when it is time to pick a plot goal for your story, you have over 100 to choose from for fresh ideas. This Writing A Great Script Fast Workbook is designed to be used with the 20 hour, 19 part, DVD workshop “Writing A Great Script Fast.” It may also be used as a stand-alone story development tool. Many sample videos from the workshop can also be found on YouTube. Sections: 1. Brainstorming For Story Ideas, 2. Creating Characters, Themes & Symbols, 3. Developing Plot Points, 4. Writing Scenes & The Script. Based on the bestselling books “Developing Digital Short Films” (2004 New Riders / Peachpit) and “Maya 2 Character Animation” (1999 New Riders) by Sherri Sheridan. Covers the top 20 books on screenwriting, film and animation in easy to follow steps with 1000′s of story techniques learned along the way. Over 100 films, stories and animations were broken down to create this universal story blueprint engine. This story development workshop includes a focus on creating film ideas you can make yourself, or with a small team, using low budget digital filmmaking techniques. “This is a step-by-step guide to craft an award winning film without going bankrupt!” – Digital Dispatch News. “The ultimate story class for digital filmmakers!” – CG Magazine
Writing A Great Script Fast Workbook: Story For Digital Filmmaking
The Digital Filmmaking Handbook
The Digital Filmmaking Handbook
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With the advent of digital video and desktop editing software, scores of independent producers have found themselves equipped to make their own movies. Because filmmaking involves much more than just buying a camera and a computer, there’s The Digital Filmmaking Handbook. This one-stop digital filmmaking resource guides aspiring filmmakers from initial conception to getting a finished project “in the can.” From writing and preproduction planning to shooting and post-production editing and effects, this book will serve as the single-volume film school. Completely updated and revised, this third edition includes thorough information on a number of important new DV technologies including HDV, a very affordable new standard that lets even low-budget producers work in high-definition video. The expanded lighting and shooting chapters include new technical information as well as a wealth of new theory. New exercises offer help with everything from writing to special effects, while all of the chapters have been revised to cover the very latest hardware, software, and production workflows. This book will help filmmakers understand the questions to ask so that they can better prepare for and solve the myriad problems throughout the production process. The companion DVD includes project files, film clips, support material for tutorials in the book, and additional video tutorials and essays.
FEATURES * Provides completely updated coverage of digital technology, software, and techniques * Teaches digital filmmaking from start to finish—storyboarding and budgeting, to casting, shooting, and finishing * Details the best hardware and software tools to use * Details new output methods, including coverage of DVD authoring * Includes a companion DVD with project files, film clips, and all support material for tutorials in the book. Also includes additional video tutorials and essaysAmazon.com Review
The title of The Digital Filmmaking Handbook is something of an oxymoron, because this thorough book covers everything you need to know about filmmaking production, from concept to screening. The only missing element is film itself.
Film and video production are in transition. Film and analog videotape rapidly are approaching the end of their technological lives, being replaced by digital videotape and digital cameras. You can buy computers that connect to DV cameras and edit DV tape almost anywhere, and they cost only slightly more than an entry-level computer. The Digital Filmmaking Handbook, then, is for anyone buying into the DV revolution who wants to do more than shoot home movies of the kids. It’s for filmmakers young and old, professional and hobbyist, who want to learn to shoot, edit, and make great movies.
Unlike traditional filmmaking books, in which only the camera and some audio and editing equipment are addressed, part of this book approaches the medium from a computer hardware and software perspective. Numerous hardware issues like choosing the components for an editing workstation (chapter 5), the kind of digital video camera to use (chapter 6), selecting editing and audio software (chapter 7), and various output formats (chapter 18) are discussed. Also, there are chapters on effects, making video look like film (chapter 17), and digital titling (chapter 16).
The book never strays from speaking to moviemakers instead of moviemaking-gear buyers. Everything from preproduction tasks (such as scripting, storyboarding, and budgeting) to production tasks (like set preparation, lighting, filming (sans film), and sound recording) through final editing, color correction, titles, and output is explained. Filmmaking is heavily dependent on technology, and each of these subjects is well covered. Chapters on audio, for example, include selection of microphone types; differences between mic types; how to connect mics to a DV camera or synchronize audio in postproduction; how to control sound levels; and so on.
The chapter on editing reflects the experience of the authors. Films are understood through their own language, and how scenes are edited determines the dialect of that language. Such techniques as matching screen position, matching emotion and tone, matching action, when to use pauses and overlapping edits, and the effect of pauses and pull-ups (shortening a scene) are defined and justified.
If you can’t get into NYU’s film school–or even if you can–The Digital Filmmaking Handbook is a worthy reference to keep at your fingertips. –Mike Caputo
Digital CV-1800R 3-Watt Camcorder Video LightFor The Sony HDR-AX2000 AVCHD Camcorder
Digital CV-1800R 3-Watt Camcorder Video LightFor The Sony HDR-AX2000 AVCHD Camcorder
- Sleek, lightweight design
- Compact Size Makes it ideal for travel
- Includes AC Adapter
- Includes 2 AA Rechargeable Batteries
- Includes Mounting Bracket <> 1 Year Limited Warranty
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The CV-1800 is a universal video light for digital camcorders. The camcorder video light is excellent it helps you ensure your picture’s perfect setting. A sleek lightweight design with a compact size makes it ideal for traveling and for your traveling.
Digital CV-1800R 3-Watt Camcorder Video LightFor The Sony HDR-AX2000 AVCHD Camcorder
NEW for 2010, Mini HD Camera-Camcorder 1920x1080p Video, 3200×2400 JPeg Photos, Macro and 4x Digital Zoom, 2″ LCD, HDMI Compliant, Supports 32GB Memory Cards, 8GB Memory included, LED Lighting for night photography, 8.0 Mega Pixels, Most Optional Accessory included
- Digital Camera, 4 Element Optics, 4x Digital Zoom, 2″ LCD
- Still Image (JPeg) Resolution 2592×1944, 3200×2400 5.0 & 8.0 MP Camcorder
- MPeg4 / H.264 Recording, Format MOV, Electronic Shutter, Mic & Speaker, HDMI Compliant,
- Electronic Shutter, Shutter Speed 1/2 – 1/1000 seconds,
- White Balance Auto/Sunny/Cloudy/Tungsten/Florescent
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High-Definition video recording (H.264+1080p), High-Definition video and audio transmission by HDMI interface, 4 X Digial Zoom, Supports up to 32GB Memory Card, LED Light for photography at night, Easy to operate with one hand, 30 Degree Swing Lens design, High-Capacity Lithium Battery 1000mAh, Replaceable Battery. Included Accessories: USB Cable, Hanging Strap, AC Charger, Belt Clip, HDMI Cable, Pouch, User Manual, 8GB Memory Card, Car Bracket, Car Charger, Long USB Cable. One Year Warranty. All new dfor 2010.
Sony HVR-HD1000E “Pal” Digital HDV 1080 High Definition Handycam Camcorder, 1/2.9″ ClearVID CMOS Sensor, 10x Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Lens
- Professional Shoulder-Mounted Design: To meet the widening demand of event videography such as weddings and concerts
- Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization: The HVR-HD1000E comes fitted with a highly sophisticated optical stabilization system
- High Definition on MiniDV Tapes with HDV: The HDV format, used in the HVR-HD1000E allows high definition recording on standard MiniDV tapes
- ClearVID CMOS Technology: Sony’s ClearVID sensor is positioned at a 45° angle
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The Sony HVR-HD1000E is an HDV camcorder specifically designed for videographers looking for an affordable shoulder-mounted camera. Ideal for event work and wedding videography, the camera is equipped with a ClearVid CMOS sensor, capable of recording 1080i high definition footage on a standard MiniDV tape. Additionally, the HVR-HD1000E comes fitted with a 10x Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens with Super SteadyShot image stabilization, ensuring operators get the perfect shot every time. These features make the HVR-HD1000E a welcome addition to the already proven line of Sony professional HDV products.
Sony HVR-HD1000E “Pal” Digital HDV 1080 High Definition Handycam Camcorder, 1/2.9″ ClearVID CMOS Sensor, 10x Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Lens
- Professional Shoulder-Mounted Design: To meet the widening demand of event videography such as weddings and concerts
- Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization: The HVR-HD1000E comes fitted with a highly sophisticated optical stabilization system
- High Definition on MiniDV Tapes with HDV: The HDV format, used in the HVR-HD1000E allows high definition recording on standard MiniDV tapes
- ClearVID CMOS Technology: Sony’s ClearVID sensor is positioned at a 45° angle
Product Description
The Sony HVR-HD1000E is an HDV camcorder specifically designed for videographers looking for an affordable shoulder-mounted camera. Ideal for event work and wedding videography, the camera is equipped with a ClearVid CMOS sensor, capable of recording 1080i high definition footage on a standard MiniDV tape. Additionally, the HVR-HD1000E comes fitted with a 10x Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens with Super SteadyShot image stabilization, ensuring operators get the perfect shot every time. These features make the HVR-HD1000E a welcome addition to the already proven line of Sony professional HDV products.
Professional Digital Compositing: Essential Tools and Techniques
Professional Digital Compositing: Essential Tools and Techniques
- ISBN13: 9780470452615
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Learn professional secrets of digital compositing with this detailed guide
After filming is done, digital compositors move in to manipulate color, retouch, and perform other behind-the-scenes tricks that are necessary to improve or finalize movies, games, and commercials. Now you can learn their secrets with this one-of-a-kind guide to digital compositing.
Professional animator and author Lee Lanier not only draws upon his own experience, he has also combed some of Hollywood’s most active post-production houses in search of the best solutions. Learn valuable techniques, tricks, and more.
- Covers techniques for digital compositing including transformations, plate preparation, rotoscoping, advanced render passes, particle integration, 2.5D painting, HDRI, stereoscopy and more
- Shows you digital compositing techniques that can be applied to a variety of software tools, including After Effects and Nuke
- Includes a DVD with scenes, sample bitmaps, image sequences, and more
Start your animation career right with the solid instruction in postproduction you’ll find in this practical guide.
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
Professional Digital Compositing: Essential Tools and Techniques
How to Wow: Photoshop CS4 for Digital Filmmaking
How to Wow: Photoshop CS4 for Digital Filmmaking
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Every independent filmmaker and video artist knows that the quality of their work has a lot to do with the tools available to them for creating a particular look. And for those who don’t have thousands of dollars to spend on achieving high-production value, they now have another option available. With the release of Photoshop Extended last year, functionality for video was added to Adobe’s flagship imaging application. Now that Photoshop Extended is the standard Photoshop tool in nearly all of Adobe CS4 suites, many more users will want to learn all the opportunities for video this exciting program brings.
This book shows filmmakers, students, video editors, and home users how to use Photoshop Extended creatively, covering topics such as rotoscoping, color matching and correcting, and creating effects while offering specific hands-on projects such as “painting out” unwanted subjects, elimating glare from glass, changing the weather in a scene, creating new signage on a building, and much more. New features of Photoshop Extended CS4 are discussed and an overview is provided of new 3D features, texture maps, lighting features, the Timeline, and more.
Using the proven techniques from the best-selling How to Wow series of books, author Geno Andrews takes you through all the steps to giving your film and video projects the look they need to stand apart. Along with the lessons, the DVD contains all of the footage from the scenes discussed, with additional commentary from the author/filmmaker.
Digital Filmmaking – The Changing Art and Craft of Making Motion Pictures
Digital Filmmaking – The Changing Art and Craft of Making Motion Pictures
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Large (8 1/2″ x 11″) Softcover with 267 pages. Filled with lots of b/w and colored photos and illustrations. – This book is the professional “bible” of the new era in filmmaking. This book details the procedural, creative, and technical aspects of preproduction, production, and postproduction within a digital filmmaking environment. Readers will understand not only what new digital methods and techniques are redefining the filmmaking process, but also how the evolution into digital filmmaking can be used to achieve greater creative flexibility as well as cost and time savings.
Digital Filmmaking – The Changing Art and Craft of Making Motion Pictures