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Filmmaking Made Simple with Digital Filmmaking: An Introduction
Boston, MA, March 2011: Learn to master the basics of digital filmmaking with Digital Filmmaking: An Introduction. The first book in its series is designed to introduce the reader to the techniques used by professional filmmakers. Aimed at anyone who has the desire to tell stories through pictures and sound, this comprehensive guide does not assume any familiarity with equipment or concepts. In addition to covering the basics of shooting and editing, different story forms are introduced from documentary and live events through fictional narratives. Each topic is covered in enough depth to allow the reader to start creating impressive visual projects with the help of their camera and their computer. Digital Filmmaking: An Introduction is applicable to novice filmmakers and can also serve as a guide for introduction to digital filmmaking classes.
KEY FEATURES
- Comprehensive guide that does not assume of the reader any familiarity with equipment or concepts
- Includes DVD containing projects and award winning shorts
- Solutions to projects as well as Microsoft PowerPoint slides for use as a textbook
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Pete Shaner, lead author and series editor, is a film/video instructor at the UCLA Extension and curriculum developer on the school’s recently launched distance-learning project. A motion-picture writer-director, Shaner’s credits include several independent features, award-winning short subjects, and narrative films. He has written for the TV series, JAG, on-set technical advisor for A Few Good Men.
Book Information
ISBN: 9781936420117
MSRP: U.S. $49.95 Canada $54.95
PUB DATE: March, 2011
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