Grammar of the Shot

The new edition of Grammar of the Shot teaches readers theoretical principles behind successful visual communication in motion media through discussions of shot composition, depth cues, lens choices, lighting, screen direction, and more. Designed as an easy-to-use reference, this book is a staple of any filmmaker's library.

List of contents

1. The Shots: What, How, and Why? 2. Basic Motion Media Shot Composition 3. Shot Composition for Depth, Perspective, and Focus 4. Lighting Your Shots: Not Just What You See, but How You See It 5. Will It Cut? Shooting for Editing 6. Dynamic Shots: Subjects and Camera in Motion 7. Concluding Thoughts: A Filmmaker’s Mindset

About the author

Christopher J. Bowen has 25 years of experience within the motion media industry as a cinematographer, editor, director, producer, and educator. Currently, he enjoys visual content creation, fine arts painting, and writing fiction. He is the author of the companion text, Grammar of the Edit.

Summary

The new edition of Grammar of the Shot teaches readers theoretical principles behind successful visual communication in motion media through discussions of shot composition, depth cues, lens choices, lighting, screen direction, and more. Designed as an easy-to-use reference, this book is a staple of any filmmaker’s library.

Product details

• Authors: Christopher Bowen, Christopher (Framingham State University Bowen, Bowen Christopher
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 21.08.2023
• EAN: 9781032190136
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3219013-6
• No. of pages: 320
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Art > Theatre, ballet; Television, PERFORMING ARTS / Television / General, PERFORMING ARTS / Radio / General, Film, TV & radio, Radio / Podcasts, PERFORMING ARTS / Film / Direction & Production, Filmmaking and production: technical and background skills