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
Filmmaking is an art, but, like so many art forms, there are basic underlying tools and techniques and a body theoretical knowledge that
must be understood and mastered before artistic expression can flourish. This book is an invaluable resource for all aspiring DoPs.
Practical Cinematography can be dipped into for quick reference - perhaps to answer a specific question or deal with practical problems
relating to a shoot - or read from cover to cover. It discusses the principles of cinematography and the expertise which is unique to
the Director of Photography (DoP). It deals with all the basic theory such as color temperature and sensitometry, and all the practical
things a DoP needs to know, from the make-up of the crew to how to prepare an equipment list.
Audience:
Cinematographers, camera assistants, students.
