By
Paul Wheeler, Trained at the BBC rising to become a Senior Drama Film Cameraman. A renowned cinematographer/director of photography, and previous Head
of Cinematography at National Film & Television School where he still runs courses on Digital Cinematography. Previous Head of Cinematography
on the Royal College of Arts MA course. Twice nominated by BAFTA for a Best Cinematography award and twice winner of the INDIE award
for Best Digital Cinematography.
Description
High end digital cinematography can truly challenge the film camera in many of the technical, artistic and emotional aspects of what we
think of as 'cinematography'. This book is a guide for practising and aspiring cinematographers and DOPs to digital cinematography essentials
- from how to use the cameras to the rapidly emerging world of High Definition cinematography and 24p technology.
This book covers
the `on-the-set' knowledge you need to know - its emphasis lies in practical application, rather than descriptions of technologies, so
that in this book you will find usable `tools' and information to help you get the job done. From `getting the look' to lighting styles
and ratios, what is needed for different types of shoots and the technical preparation required, this is a complete reference to the
knowledge and skills required to shoot high end digital films. The book also features a guide to the Sony DVW in-camera menus - showing
how to set them up and how they work - a
device to save you time and frustration on set.
Paul Wheeler is a renowned cinematographer/director
of photography and trainer, he runs courses on Digital Cinematography at the National Film & Television School and has lectured on the
Royal College of Art's MA course and at The London International Film School. He has been twice nominated by BAFTA for a Best Cinematography
award and also twice been the winner of the INDIE award for Best Digital Cinematography.
Audience:
Students and lecturers in film schools or on media courses(eg NVQ, NFTS Diploma course, RCA MA course)Directors
of Photography, video cinematographers,lighting directors, operators and cameramen currently working with film.
