Technique of Lighting for Television and Film (The Library of Communication Techniques) (Hardcover)

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This is a practical study of the art and craft of lighting for the screen, comprising detailed discussions of the underlying principles and techniques involved. In its new format, this international sourcebook has been extensively restyled to reflect current developments. It assumes no previous knowledge or experience, and has been specially designed to put the exact information the reader needs at his fingertips. The new text is sectionalized so that it is more adaptable to lighting courses and personal study. It covers all aspects of the craft, from the basic physics of illumination to everyday practicalities. There are explanations of the mechanics, techniques and aesthetics of lighting treatment. The text presents everyday problems and practical solutions, and suggests alternative effective methods. Lighting techniques need to be flexible, for they must satisfy a wide range of situations, and this book helps the reader to understand rather than merely imitate routines. Skillful lighting involves a subtle blend of systematic mechanics and a sensitive visual imagination. It requires anticipation, perceptiveness, patience and know-how. But learning through practice alone can take a great deal of time. This book is a distillation of many years of experience, with advice and guidance that should bring successful results right from the start.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 466 pages
• Publisher: Focal Press; 3 Sub edition (June 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0240512995
• ISBN-13: 978-0240512990
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #534,744 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books on LIGHTING for film & television, December 4, 1999

By	Azhar Doctor (India) - See all my reviews

I highly recommend this book to cinematography students wishing to learn about lighting technique and styles. Millerson has taken the trouble to explain a lot of cinematic lighting in detail with a lot of illustrations, charts, diagrams, etc.

This book is a MUST HAVE if one is serious about knowing about film & video lighting. It is easy to understand & is quite well indexed for quick reference.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, January 31, 2005

By	E. Bacca "laphijia" (Padova, Padova Italy) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is awsome. It starts from very basic information such as the nature of light to delve into specific details. For example it talks about facial features and how light affects their appearance through shadows, etc.
Another great feature is that it gives images of an object or a scene under different types of illumination. Then there are long captions that describe how the scene was illuminated in each picture and what the results are.
It contains very practical information such as how to light a grand piano, or how to avoid camera shadows and other common errors.
It also talks about the actual design and eventual execution of the lighting and about lighting instruments and their use in specific conditions.
Tons of diagrams help understanding and each of them is carefully explained.

This book will help anybody understand the concepts and then it will become their close companion as it contains many tables useful as reference on the set.

1 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars help me, January 30, 1999

By A Customer

Hi. Dear sirs, as I can acquire the book 'Technique of Lighting for Television and Film by Gerald Millerson'. A thank you.