Cinematography: Theory and Practice
For Cinematographers and Directors
by Blain Brown
4th Edition
Publisher: Routledge
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9780367373467 |
| eText ISBN | 9781000433753 |
| Publisher | Routledge |
| Publishing Year | 2022 |
| Edition | 4th Edition |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 856 |
Cinematography: Theory and Practice: For Cinematographers and Directors, 4th Edition, balances visual storytelling with the technical craft of motion picture production. Author Blain Brown introduces core photographic principles alongside the operational demands of film and digital sets.
The textbook surveys foundational filmmaking practices, including shot continuity, camera movement, lens choices, and lighting techniques. It also addresses image capture fundamentals, introducing digital sensors, linear, gamma, and log video formats, and data handling workflows.
Created for film students, crew members, and experienced practitioners, this volume uses explanatory diagrams and film illustrations to explain cinematography practices.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Writing with Motion
Chapter 2: The Frame
Chapter 3: Language of the Lens
Chapter 4: Continuity
Chapter 5: Shooting Methods
Chapter 6: Camera
Chapter 7: Measuring Digital
Chapter 8: Exposure
Chapter 9: Linear, Gamma, Log
Chapter 10: Color
Chapter 11: Image Control
Chapter 12: Lighting Sources
Chapter 13: Lighting
Chapter 14: Controlling Light
Chapter 15: Gripology
Chapter 16: Camera Movement
Chapter 17: Optics & Focus
Chapter 18: Set Operations
Chapter 19: DIT & Workflow
Chapter 20: Power & Distro
Chapter 21: Technical Issues
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