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Introduction to Cinematography offers a practical, stage by stage guide to the creative and technical aspects of cinematography. Building from a skills-based approach focused on professional practice, Hoser provides an introduction to the techniques, processes, and procedures of working with cameras, lenses, and light.
List 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
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.
Summary
Introduction to Cinematography offers a practical, stage by stage guide to the creative and technical aspects of cinematography. Building from a skills-based approach focused on professional practice, Hoser provides an introduction to the techniques, processes, and procedures of working with cameras, lenses, and light.
