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Lighting for Digital Video and Television 4th edition


Lighting for Digital Video and Television 4th edition

Paperback by Jackman, John

Lighting for Digital Video and Television

£47.99

ISBN:
9781138937956
Publication Date:
3 Jun 2020
Edition/language:
4th edition / English
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:
Routledge
Pages:
284 pages
Format:
Paperback
For delivery:
Estimated despatch 21 May 2024
Lighting for Digital Video and Television

Description

This book gives a comprehensive overview of lighting equipment and techniques for digital production. Suitable for either beginners or more advanced users, the fully updated fourth edition covers human sight vs. film or video, the basic issues of contrast and exposure, with explanation of how exposure of digital video differs from analog video or film, electrical connectors, requirements, electrical load management, safety issues, and the latest LED systems. A variety of basic lighting setups for different situations are explained, with clear diagrams and photos showing the "look" of each approach. Techniques for shooting in available light and dealing with color problems in mixed lighting situations is examined. More advanced film-style lighting is covered, especially techniques in creating a convincing realistic look. A special section deals with solutions to common problems, ranging from reflections on glasses and dealing with white walls, to lighting very light-skinned and very dark-skinned subjects in the same shot. Special lighting situations, such as lighting night scenes or bluescreen sets, are covered in detail, with studio lighting covered in a dedicated separate chapter. The book is also peppered with anecdotes and trivia about lighting techniques and the lighting trade. It is the ideal text for both beginners studying lighting and cinematography, as well as more advanced practitioners.

Contents

Table of Contents Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1 Why is Lighting Important for Television and Video? Chapter 2 Human Vision, the Camera, and Exposure Chapter 3 Volts, Amps, and Watts Chapter 4 Lighting Instruments Chapter 5 Lighting Controls and Uses Chapter 6 Basic Lighting Techniques Chapter 7 Interview Setups Chapter 8 Solving Common Problems Chapter 9 Studio Lighting Chapter 10 Advanced Lighting Setups Chapter 11 Lighting Low-Budget Locations Chapter 12 Specialized Lighting Chapter 13 Imagination and Invention Appendix 1 Using a Light Meter for Video Appendix 2 Basic Primer in Signal Monitoring Appendix 3 Addresses of Manufacturers Glossary Index

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