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Taylor & Francis Sound Lighting and Video A Resource for Worship
Book SynopsisHallelujah! Finally the book you've been waiting for! Sound, Lighting & Video: A Resource for Worship is the only book that tackles the integration and use of light, sound and video for houses or worship. Connect with more people in ways you never thought possible. Written by the managing editor of Worship Arts & Technology Magazine you'll learn how to:* Integrate sound, lighting and video together from the ground up for easy application* Connect with more people in ways you've never imagined* Re-examine and re-incorporate your current media systems* Be up and running like the pros with this beginner-friendly guide* Solve your greatest technical problems efficiently, without the information overload* Better communicate your message using media solutionsTrade Review"I like the conversational, friendly tone. It makes the material seem accessible to the reader. It's as if the author is seated next to the reader at the mixing console and is pointing out things to watch for." - Bruce Bartlett, audio engineer and author of Practical Recording Techniques"I really like Brad's heart for the local church. I think he approaches the subject in a genuine and honest manner that is encouraging." - Mike Sessler, ChurchTech Arts"I'm very excited about having this book available for my church, and for churches where I assist in ministry."- David Scott, Worship Leader and Associate director of Georgia Festival Chorus"What a great book! Brad has taken his years of audio/ visual training and personal experience and produced an excellent resource for every Worship Leader and every Audio Visual Tech. From the most basic sound, lighting and video systems to fairly complex systems, Brad has put together an encyclopedia of knowledge that builds on the basics to provide an easy transition to larger and more sophisticated systems. Not only does he address the 'how to,' but the 'why we should and why we should not's' associated with this important area of our ministry. Brad has a heart for excellence in Worship that resounds throughout the book. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned veteran, I heartily recommend this book to you. I believe that you, like I, will count it one of your most valuable tools in ministry." - Dennis J. Brown, Associate Pastor Worship Arts, First Baptist Church"Finally! Thank you, Brad Herring and Focal Press, for bringing us a terrific overview of Technical Production for Houses of Worship. Your experience, skill, and artistry are evident throughout. I especially appreciate your attitude of humility and step-by-step suggestions for dealing with 'choir complaints.' This immediately is required reading for my production volunteers."- John Weygandt, Scenic and Lighting Designer, Willow Creek Community Church "Finally! Thank you, Brad Herring and Focal Press, for bringing us a terrific overview of Technical Production for Houses of Worship. Your experience, skill, and artistry are evident throughout. I especially appreciate your attitude of humility and step-by-step suggestions for dealing with 'choir complaints.' This immediately is required reading for my production volunteers." - John Weygandt, Scenic and Lighting Designer, Willow Creek Community Church ""I really like Brad's heart for the local church. I think he approaches the subject in a genuine and honest manner that is encouraging." - Mike Sessler, ChurchTech Arts"I'm very excited about having this book available for my church, and for churches where I assist in ministry." - David Scott, Worship Leader and Associate director of Georgia Festival Chorus"I like the conversational, friendly tone. It makes the material seem accessible to the reader. It's as if the author is seated next to the reader at the mixing console and is pointing out things to watch for." - Bruce Bartlett, audio engineer and author of Practical Recording Techniques"What a great book! Brad has taken his years of audio/ visual training and personal experience and produced an excellent resource for every Worship Leader and every Audio Visual Tech. From the most basic sound, lighting and video systems to fairly complex systems, Brad has put together an encyclopedia of knowledge that builds on the basics to provide an easy transition to larger and more sophisticated systems. Not only does he address the 'how to,' but the 'why we should and why we should not's' associated with this important area of our ministry. Brad has a heart for excellence in Worship that resounds throughout the book. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned veteran, I heartily recommend this book to you. I believe that you, like I, will count it one of your most valuable tools in ministry." - Dennis J. Brown, Associate Pastor Worship Arts, First Baptist ChurchTable of ContentsPart 1: SOUND SYSTEMS FOR WORSHIP1. Anatomy of a Sound System2. Connections in a Sound System3. More on Microphones4. Gain Structure5. Equalization6. Electronic Processing7. Stage Monitors & In-Ear Monitors8. Making the Move to Digital9. Conclusion of Sound SectionPart 2: LIGHTING SYSTEMS FOR WORSHIP10. Anatomy of a Lighting System11. Color Mixing Theory12. Connections of a Lighting System13. Controllers and Protocols14. Close up on Dimmers15. An Overview of Moving Lights16. Beyond Illumination - Using Lighting For Design17. Architectural Lighting & Integration with Stage Lighting18. Conclusion of Lighting SectionPart 3: VIDEO SYSTEMS FOR WORSHIP19. Anatomy of a Video System20. Lumens, Brightness and Contrast - What Does it all Mean?21. Hi-Definition vs. Standard Definition22. Front Projections vs. Rear Projection23. A Closer Look at the Video Screen24. Cameras and Tripods25. Worship Presentation Software26. Conclusion of Lighting SectionCONCLUSIONAPPENDIXES1. Working with Contractors and Having a Christian Witness2. Building Teams and Finding Volunteers3. Checklists and Procedures4. The Art of Troubleshooting - Thinking Logically and Linearly
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Taylor & Francis Ltd The Visual Effects Arsenal
Book SynopsisBuild your VFX arsenal with quick-access, step-by-step instruction on how to create today's hottest digital VFX shots. This essential toolkit provides techniques for creating effects seen in movies such as 300, Spiderman 3, Predator and others, with lessons on how-to:* splatter blood or digitally lop someone's arm off* create a scene with actors running from an explosion* create the twin effect (same actor, same location, 2 performances)* produce space-ship dog fightsOrganized in a 'cookbook' style, this allows you to reference a certain effect in the index and immediately access concise instructions to create that effect. Techniques are demonstrated in each of the most popular software tools- After Effects, Final Cut Studio, Photoshop, and Combustion are all covered. Brilliant, 4-color presentation provides inspiration and stimulating visual guidance to the lessons presented, while the downloadable resources contain project media files enabling you tTrade ReviewThe attributes that make Bill Byrne a terrific teacher - his industry experience and encyclopedic knowledge of creating digital effects - also make his book an invaluable resource to filmmakers, editors, digital designers and anyone interested in visual effects. In addition to his easy to follow step-by-step tutorials, he provides readers with the relevant historical context and aesthetic background to assist in making sound design choices. Byrne's enthusiasm infuses The VFX Arsenal with an energy that makes it fun to read. I am sure this book will quickly establish itself as an essential tool in both academic and professional circles." -- Andrea Moore Paldy, co-author, Exploring Motion GraphicsTable of ContentsHow to Use this Book; Your Toolbox; Preparing Your Visual Effects Shot; The New Glass Shot;Green and Blue Screens; Location, Location, Location; Digitally Processing Your Footage; Horror Effects; Action; Science Fiction; Flashy Techniques; Animation; Text; Return to Render
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Taylor & Francis Sound for Film and Television
Book SynopsisSound for Film and Television, Third Edition provides a thorough introduction to the fascinating field of recording, editing, mixing, and exhibiting film and television sound. It strikes a fine balance between aesthetic and technical content, combining theory and practice to approach sound as both an art and a science. This new edition has been completely updated to reflect the latest advances in HD technology, new hardware and software systems, new distribution methods, wireless sound capture, and more. Also, analog-related content has been reduced and transferred to the chapters covering historical techniques. Sections on troubleshooting and FAQs have been added to help you avoid common pitfalls in sound production. Written by one of Hollywood's leading sound experts, Sound for Film and Television provides a solid grounding in all aspects of the sound process. Basic principles are presented with illustrations demonstratingTrade Review"Holman covers a lot of ground in just over 250 pages. His knowledge of the subject and many of the major industry players is evident. Sound for Film and Television is a concise, informative, entertaining, and intimate review that can serve as an introduction to the subject for the student and a snapshot of current techniques and processes for the practitioner.-The Journal of the Audio Engineering Society"The best overall technical introduction to film sound...As one would expect from the developer of the THX Sound System, among many other achievements, this book has a comprehensive approach and features one of the best introductions to psychoacoustics that you'll read anywhere."- Larry Blake, Mix Magazine"The book provides a fascinating and incredibly informative introduction to the world of film and television sound and is well recommended."- James Eade, Lighting and Sound International"The best overall technical introduction to film sound...As one would expect from the developer of the THX Sound System, among many other achievements, this book has a comprehensive approach and features one of the best introductions to psychoacoustics that you'll read anywhere."--Larry Blake, Mix Magazine"The book provides a fascinating and incredibly informative introduction to the world of film and television sound and is well recommended."--James Eade, Lighting and Sound International"Holman covers a lot of ground in just over 250 pages. His knowledge of the subject and many of the major industry players is evident. Sound for Film and Television is a concise, informative, entertaining, and intimate review that can serve as an introduction to the subject for the student and a snapshot of current techniques and processes for the practitioner."--The Journal of the Audio Engineering SocietyTable of ContentsPreface to the Third Edition, Introduction, Chapter 1. Objective Sound, Chapter 2. Psychoacoustics, Chapter 3. Audio Fundamentals, Chapter 4. Capturing Sound, Chapter 5. Microphone Technicalities, Chapter 6. Handling the Output of Microphones, Chapter 7. Production Sound, Chapter 8. Sync, Sank, Sunk, Chapter 9. Transfers, Chapter 10. Sound Design, Chapter 11. Editing, Chapter 12. Mixing, Chapter 13. From Print Masters to Exploitation, Appendix I. Working with Decibels, Appendix II. Filmography, Appendix III. The Eleven Commandments of filmsound, Appendix IV. Bibliography, Glossary, Index, About the Author, Companion Website Page, Instructions for accompanying DVD
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Writing for Visual Media
Book SynopsisWriting for Visual Media provides writers with an understanding of the nature of visual writing behind all visual media. Such writing is vital for directors, actors, and producers to communicate content to audiences. Friedmann provides an extended investigation into dramatic theory and how entertainment narrative works, illustrated by examples and detailed analysis of scenes, scripts, techniques, and storylines. This new edition has a finger on the pulse of the rapidly evolving media ecosystem and explains it in the context of writing and creating content. Friedmann lays out many of the complex professional, creative, and commercial issues that a writer needs to understand in order to tell engaging stories and construct effective and professional screenplays.This new edition includes: A new chapter on storytelling A fresh examination of dramatic theory and how to apply it to constructing screenplays Updated discussionTrade Review "Writing for Visual Media 5e by Mr. Anthony Friedmann is a well-written, comprehensive overview of writing for visual media that can complement any beginning course in screenwriting. I assigned it as weekly reading to my beginning students, and it greatly helped them understand the concept of writing for all types of media, and how to create story." Linda Fitak, MFA, Teaching Associate at California State University Northridge, CTVA Department Praise for the Previous Edition "Worth its weight in gold ….! It doesn't get any better than this: Here we have a master teacher— Anthony Friedman, bringing 21 years of writing, producing and directing experience to bear writing the third edition of this very impressive text… An impressive book that delivers what it promises… an essential purchase for anyone interested in writing for the visual media."R. Neil Scott, Author, Former Professor & User Services, Librarian at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) "An engaging textbook that trains, entertains and concentrates on contemporary writing issues in an accessible way. This book delivers a treasure trove of valuable, well-written information aspiring writers can use to familiarize themselves with the challenges of visual media."Jared Castle, marketing and public relations consultant, writer "A comprehensive, well-structured, and well-written introduction to writing for electronic and digital screens wherever they might be found."Nathaniel Kohn, University of Georgia "… a critical text that is accessible for students. This textbook provides comprehensive examples and exercises to push students to engage with real-world examples that will be needed once they become professionals. Broken down into five parts, this book allows lecturers to focus on critical concepts either in order, or in smaller chunks. The section on Interactive and Mobile Media is a welcome addition to a mediated world that is going global with the use of a Smartphone!"Dr. Ann Luce, University of Portsmouth, UK "Anthony Friedman is a master at his craft for writing for a variety of media. He is also a master when it comes to explaining his methods to the average lay man. I thought the book was brilliantly put together … I feel this book is well worth the purchase price, and the time spent reading."Stephanie Manley, editor of CopyKat.com "If my journalism students could only have three textbooks during their journalism academic career, I'd be pleased to know that "Writing for Visual Media" was one of them. From producing PSAs to defining target audiences to writing for interactive and mobile media, and finally, marketing oneself in this ever-changing media landscape, this text has the tools that journalism and new media students need now and tomorrow."Deidra Jackson, Instructor of Journalism, University of Mississippi Meek School of Journalism and New Media "Writing for Visual Media 5e by Mr. Anthony Friedmann is a well-written, comprehensive overview of writing for visual media that can complement any beginning course in screenwriting. I assigned it as weekly reading to my beginning students, and it greatly helped them understand the concept of writing for all types of media, and how to create story." Linda Fitak, MFA, Teaching Associate at California State University Northridge, CTVA Department Praise for the Previous Edition "Worth its weight in gold ….! It doesn't get any better than this: Here we have a master teacher— Anthony Friedman, bringing 21 years of writing, producing and directing experience to bear writing the third edition of this very impressive text… An impressive book that delivers what it promises… an essential purchase for anyone interested in writing for the visual media."R. Neil Scott, Author, Former Professor & User Services, Librarian at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) "An engaging textbook that trains, entertains and concentrates on contemporary writing issues in an accessible way. This book delivers a treasure trove of valuable, well-written information aspiring writers can use to familiarize themselves with the challenges of visual media."Jared Castle, marketing and public relations consultant, writer "A comprehensive, well-structured, and well-written introduction to writing for electronic and digital screens wherever they might be found."Nathaniel Kohn, University of Georgia "… a critical text that is accessible for students. This textbook provides comprehensive examples and exercises to push students to engage with real-world examples that will be needed once they become professionals. Broken down into five parts, this book allows lecturers to focus on critical concepts either in order, or in smaller chunks. The section on Interactive and Mobile Media is a welcome addition to a mediated world that is going global with the use of a Smartphone!"Dr. Ann Luce, University of Portsmouth, UK "Anthony Friedman is a master at his craft for writing for a variety of media. He is also a master when it comes to explaining his methods to the average lay man. I thought the book was brilliantly put together … I feel this book is well worth the purchase price, and the time spent reading."Stephanie Manley, editor of CopyKat.com "If my journalism students could only have three textbooks during their journalism academic career, I'd be pleased to know that "Writing for Visual Media" was one of them. From producing PSAs to defining target audiences to writing for interactive and mobile media, and finally, marketing oneself in this ever-changing media landscape, this text has the tools that journalism and new media students need now and tomorrow."Deidra Jackson, Instructor of Journalism, University of Mississippi Meek School of Journalism and New Media Table of ContentsIntroduction, Chapter 1: Describing One Medium through Another, Chapter 2: Describing Sight and Sound, Chapter 3: A Seven-Step Method for Developing a Creative Concept, Chapter 4: The Stages of Script Development, Chapter 5: Ads and PSAs: Copywriting for Visual Media, Chapter 6: Corporate Communications: Selling, Training, and Promoting, Chapter 7: Documentary and Nonfiction Narrative, Chapter 8: Storytelling, Chapter 9: Visual Storytelling: Dramatic Structure and Form, Chapter 10: Writing Techniques for Long-Form Scripts, Chapter 11: Television Series, Sitcoms, and Soaps, Chapter 12: Writing for Interactive Communications and Interactive Design, Chapter 13: Writing for Video Games, Chapter 14: Writing for Mobile Media Platforms, Chapter 15: You Can Get Paid to Do This
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