From Still to Motion: A photographer's guide to creating video with your DSLR (Voices That Matter) |  | Authors: James Ball, Robbie Carman, Matt Gottshalk, Richard Harrington
Publisher: New Riders Press
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Media: Paperback
Edition: 1 Pap/Dvdr
Pages: 336
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Dimensions (in): 9 x 7.9 x 0.9
ISBN: 0321702115
Dewey Decimal Number: 778.53
EAN: 9780321702111
ASIN: 0321702115
Publication Date: March 27, 2010
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Product Description
Book and accompanying DVD with over six hours of video training—all geared to teach you everything about shooting video with your DSLR
With the arrival of high-definition video-enabled DSLR cameras, photographers are faced with an opportunity for creativity and a competitive edge in their field unlike anything they’ve experienced before. Add to that the expanding demands from a video-hungry audience and it’s no longer a matter of if you are going to add video to your repertoire of skills, it’s when.
Here to guide you in a thorough exploration of the video-making process — from preproduction to post — and to ease your transition from still to motion are four veterans who speak the language of both photography and video fluently. With their clear, instructive approach, they quickly get you up to speed on everything from picking your gear, to properly lighting for motion, to using professional-level audio, color correction, and editing techniques, to media management and outputting, and much more. Here are just a few highlights from this richly illustrated, completely interactive book and DVD:
- Explores the entire spectrum of video for DSLR camera owners, with recommendations on gear, planning, lighting, lenses, audio, editing, color correcting, exporting, media management, and more.
- Covers a wide variety of shooting styles, including indoor, outdoor, studio, portrait, event, and available light.
- Addresses technical challenges associated with DSLR video, such as camera movement, multiple camera coverage, low-light videography, and synchronized sound.
- Explores additional creative techniques such as stop motion and timelapse photography in depth.
- Includes a real-world example of a music video and promo package throughout the book to demonstrate concepts in action, with additional profiles of photography experts in nature, sports, commercial, and weddings and events.
The accompanying DVD contains over 6 hours of video training that delves deeper into each topic, as well as high-definition footage, hands-on project files, and templates to experiment with and follow along.
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The Only HDSLR Book You'll Ever Need April 18, 2010
Stephen A. Mick
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Listen, I'm not much for pimpage. I mean, my pimp hand is strong, but I'm not in the habit of shilling products or hawking gear. (There's enough people doing that.) But when I come across something I really think is useful...no, indispensable...well that I have to share.
If you shoot on HDSLRs, you need to buy the new book "From Still To Motion..." by Matt Gottshalk, Robbie Carman, Jim Ball and Richard Harrington. LINK At just over $30, it may be the single best shooter's resource for DSLR shooting available. Period.
(Don't get me started on how poorly-named the book is. The title makes it sound like just a photographer's guide, but it most certainly is not. It's for anyone who picks up a DSLR with the goal of shooting and putting together quality work.)
Written by working pros who deal with all aspects of production, the book takes you from start to finish, from lens selection to workflow and final output. It is the most thorough resource out there, and is valuable even if you've been shooting with DSLRs for a while, like I have.
The book is not camera-specific, so whether you're on a GH1 or a 1DMkIV there is plenty of great information here. And at the back of the book is a DVD with hours of tutorials, project files and sample videos. The DVD alone is worth the price of the book.
Buy. This. Book. Now. It's that good. And it will make your work better. I consider this book to be nothing less than the bible of HDSLR shooting.
Do you want to shoot video? May 13, 2010
Cynthia Miles (washington dc)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
This book is the ESSENTIAL book for photographers moving to video, and video professionals embracing HDSLR technology. It's clear, step-by-step and done by people that have already figured out all the gotchas.
Buy this book NOW if you're serious about shooting video on your HDSLR. It will SAVE you time, $$$, and take you to the next level of creativity.
You wouldn't re-invent the wheel if you needed tires for your car - same thing here. It takes something complicated and makes it EASY and SIMPLE.
It should come with every Canon camera bought on Amazon.
The BEST most complete guide out there...and CURRENT! April 4, 2010
Angel Burns (Los Angeles, CA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Rich Harrington and the gang have put together a PHENOMENAL and very thorough manual on the latest in HDSLR photography right now. It contains so much, including the thoughtful, artistic side of filmmaking along with the technical info (even down to specific plug-ins and software recommendations, links, tutorials and the wealth of material on the included DVD). Can't imagine how much work this must have been to collate, but I am grateful and will definitely be referring this to friends. If you want the latest details on how to be a (successful) early adopter of this technology, From Still to Motion will save you time, trial, research and loads of cash. There are also DIY tips for lighting! My favorite cheap cheat was the Chinese paper globes for soft background lighting. If you are looking to get into a pro setup, you'll do it confident in your purchases. I like how the book allows you to scale your experience depending on your level of expertise, financial investment, crew size, computer platform, etc. Whether a dabbler wanting to stick a toe in the water, a photographer looking to increase skills, or a high-level videography company wanting to add the new gear for a movie look, there's something for everyone to benefit. These guys REALLY know their stuff. A stellar primer for all! Grab it. :)
What a great resource April 30, 2010
Michael F. Collins (NY, NY)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Like most people in media I have become fascinated with the HD video capabilities of the new breed of DSLR, in my case the Canon 7D. The only thing that held me back is that I come from a ENG shooter background. I'm used to one lens that can do it all, xlr audio jacks etc...I have no still camera experience at all. I learned the hard way how different thse cameras can be. I wish that there was a resource like From Still to Motion a year ago. Having just finished the book I can't say enough good things about it. It goes step by step through what you absolutely need to know from the professionals from lens choice to hand held rigs. It cleanly and clearly explains all you need to know to get the most out of these cameras. After I finished the book yesterday I handed it off to my unit with each of them having it as required reading. For the cost of the book you get a wealth of information that you can keep going back to. Best resource book I have in my library.
An amazing resource for any DSLR user! April 8, 2010
Keith Kiska (Mercersburg, PA USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
For any photographer making the leap into video, this book is a must. As a shooter, the new video enabled DSLRs are game changers. This book will break open the doors to that new world and give you tons of inspiration and facts to get you on your way. The photos in the book are amazing and the examples on the DVD are top notch as well.
GREAT BUY!!
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