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Video Color Correction for Non-Linear Editors: A Step-by-Step Guide
 
 

Video Color Correction for Non-Linear Editors: A Step-by-Step Guide [Paperback]

Stuart Blake Jones (Author)
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0240805151 978-0240805153 January 9, 2003
Today's non-linear editing systems are equipped with a wide range of color correction tools that were previously only available in dedicated color correction suites. This book shows video editors how to take full advantage of their power. Clear, step-by-step instructions are included for Avid XPress DV, Avid Symphony, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, and more. Beyond that, you'll learn the importance of "selling" the color correction you've achieved to clients, while making sure the client realizes the impact color correction gives the final product.

In addition to non-linear editing systems, there are now many plug-in applications for color correction. These plug-ins, including ColorFix, Composite Suite Color Correct, Vixen Pro, and Color Finesse, are covered in detail. There is ample information on how to work with the various video recording formats a client may present you, and the pros and cons of each. Rounding out the text are numerous hints, tips, common pitfalls, and tutorials for real-world practice. The CD contains images can practice color correction on; popular software tools, including trial versions of AfterEffects, Premiere, and various plug-ins; and QuickTime movies demonstrating color correction techniques. Lastly, ample reference material makes this an excellent resource.

*Take advantage of new color correction tools in Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, Avid XPress DV, and plug-ins
*Includes a CD with tutorials and do-it-yourself color correction exercises
*Gain a colorist's point of view on when certain types of color correction should be used and tips for achieving specific looks

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Stuart Blake Jones has over twenty years of experience as a senior telecine colorist. He is a consultant and instructor in the US and Europe and demonstrates color correction equipment at trade shows. He is also an expert on telecine and is the author of Film into Video, second edition, also published by Focal Press.


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  • Paperback: 196 pages
  • Publisher: Focal Press (January 9, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0240805151
  • ISBN-13: 978-0240805153
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.8 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,435,635 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars A Nice Read And Very Useful, November 15, 2004
This review is from: Video Color Correction for Non-Linear Editors: A Step-by-Step Guide (Paperback)
Actually I found the book to be very useful. It was very basic at showing the color correction tools which is exactly what I was looking for. The explanations were short and concise which is what I like. I realise that everyone has their own color correction tricks which have to be developed in time, so I wasn't after that. I feel the book is very useful for those trying to make use of color correction tools.
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9 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars I Feel Robbed, September 16, 2004
This review is from: Video Color Correction for Non-Linear Editors: A Step-by-Step Guide (Paperback)
I just paid over forty bucks for a piece of trash. I can't believe this book is recommended everywhere as an essential cc tool for the video editor. This book doesn't have any worthwhile tutorials and the CD that comes with it is a joke. If you have any basic knowledge of video editing, you will not learn anything new. I was looking for a book that could provide any technique of color correction to achieve different styles and moods but this doesn't even come close to touching these subjects in depth. I just this to be a waste of money and time. Do not buy this book.
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The process of color correction can be best defined as the method of selecting the correct balance of color and image density in order to achieve the proper color rendition or to simply create a specific look. Read the first page
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videotape enclosed, primary color correction, matte signal, video color correction, secondary color correction, secondary color corrector, motion picture film print, selective color correction, maximum recording time, component digital format, compositing suite, interlace system, compositing artist, color isolation, adjustable curves, color balance controls, maximum playing time, overall color balance, chrominance resolution, black information, digital disk recorder, luminance information, chroma information, color timer, waveform monitor
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After Effects, Adobe Premiere, Effect Controls, Synthetic Aperture, Add To Render Queue, Composite Suite, Avid Symphony, Color Finesse, Digital Film Tools, Video Finesse, Color Plate, Final Cut Pro, Step Four Once, Step One First, Selective Color Correct, Courtesy of Avid Technology, Digital Betacam, Step Two Our, Image Control, Render Work Area, Step Nine Our, Step Seven We're, Mask Feather, New Mask, Step One Our
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