Digital Video For Beginners: A Step-By-Step Guide For Making Great Home Movies - Softcover

Barrett, Colin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1579906680 ISBN 13: 9781579906689

Publisher: Lark Books, 2005

Synopsis

Digital video cameras have become more affordable and reliable than ever, and with the help of former television producer, editor, and cameraman Colin Barret, new owners of this hot technology can produce a memorable video right at home. Barret offers the fruits of his expertise in a thorough, practical introduction that covers it all. In addition to advice on choosing a camcorder and tips on getting the most out of its features, illustrated tutorials explain how to shoot creatively and master techniques such as point-of-view, close-ups, cutaway shots, and effective lighting. Spice up the sound by incorporating audio tracks, and find out how to create special effects. There's even a detailed description of how to set up a fully functional home editing suite.

About this title

Synopsis

Whether you are buying your first camcorder or just moving from analogue to digital video, Digital Video for Beginners is the perfect guide to making great home movies in the digital age. Written with the newcomer in mind, it explains in clear, jargon-free language everything that novice video-makers need to know. Covers everything from getting the most from your camera, to shooting creatively, transferring your video onto your computer, and making the most of it once it's there. Comprehensive advice on getting great video from family events, holidays, school plays and concerts, sports events, and more. Easy-to-follow examples take you through creative editing techniques, transitions and special effects, and how to work with audio and music. Also, discover ways of showing and sharing your work, from transferring video to DVD, to broadcasting it across the Internet.

About the Author

Colin Barrett is a former television producer, editor, and cameraman, and has also worked as a teacher, trainer and consultant on video production. He now writes for several leading UK video magazines, including Camcorder User and What Camcorder. His website (www.simplydv.com) is fast becoming one of the most popular sources of independent news, advice, and information about digital video on the Web.

Edition details

• Publisher: Lark Books
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1579906680
• ISBN 13: 9781579906689
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144