What if everything you believe about yourself isn't actually yours?This is not a self-help book. It is not going to tell you to meditate, practice gratitude, or love yourself unconditionally. It will do something far more uncomfortable: it will suggest that the values you live by, the fears that hold you back, the god you pray to, and the partner you chose may all have been decided for you — long before you were old enough to have an opinion.Your First ...

What if the thing standing between you and a meaningful life is not your trauma, your relationships, or your lack of discipline — but simply fear? The wrong kind, in the wrong places, aimed at entirely the wrong enemy.UnderFear began not as a book but as a private reflection. The author — a licensed psychologist with twelve years of experience, a filmmaker, a writer, and someone who once spent a month alone in the frozen silence of Iceland looking for answers — woke up one...

Digital Cinematography: From Frames to Brilliance is your comprehensive guide to the captivating realm of cinematic storytelling. Dive into the art and science of digital cinema with this collection of in-depth articles, each crafted to demystify complex concepts and empower both aspiring and seasoned filmmakers.Unveil the magic of f-stop, ISO/ASA settings, and depth of field as you embark on a journey to control light and enhance your visual storytelling. Discover the harmony of k...

A complete catalogue of motion picture techniques for filmmakers. It concentrates on the 'storytelling' school of filmmaking, utilizing the work of the great stylists who established the versatile vocabulary of technique that has dominated the movies since 1915. This graphic approach includes comparisons of style by interpreting a 'model script', created for the book, in storyboard form.

The authoritative guide to producing, directing, shooting, editing, and distributing your video or film. Whether you aspire to be a great filmmaker yourself or are looking for movie gifts, this comprehensive guide to filmmaking is the first step in turning a hobby into a career.Widely acknowledged as the “bible” of video and film production, and used in courses around the world, The Filmmaker’s Handbook is now updated with the latest advances in HD and dig...

Whatever your experience in photography, Photography Wisdom will help you to make your images better by giving you new tools, insights and ways of thinking about your photography. Fifty great tips and extensive illustrations guide you through a process of loosening up, being more creative and taking better photos.Wayne J. Cosshall, renowned author and educator about photography, brings his 35+ years of photography experience to you in a fun, thought provoking book that challenges yo...

Would you like to learn how to write, shoot, produce, edit and direct professional digital videos? This handbook does just that: From the first idea - to a Hollywood style movie! Our worldwide digital explosion requires a new kind of How To books. Why? Most photographers are not just still-photographers anymore. Journalists, reporters, editors, camera operators, photographers depend on digital video knowledge. Nowadays, advertising, marketing, public relations and Internet communications p...

Discover how to create professional-quality digital videos--faster than you can say "lights, camera, action"Digital video cameras are everywhere--even on our phones! But cameras don't make great movies; filmmakers do. Written by a seasoned pro with 40 years of teaching experience, Digital Filmmaking for Beginners is your fully illustrated introduction to all technical aspects of digital filmmaking.Featuring clear, concise instruction--accompanied by online video ...

Is the sound for your film all it can be? Need practical advice?This free book is filled with how-to techniques and coaching from someone who has taught Film Sound for almost 20 years.Get this invaluable resource today.

Produce professional level dialogue tracks with industry-proven techniques and insights from an Emmy Award winning sound editor. Gain innovative solutions to common dialogue editing challenges such as room tone balancing, noise removal, perspective control, finding and using alternative takes, and even time management and postproduction politics.In Dialogue Editing for Motion Pictures, Second Edition veteran film sound editor John Purcell arms you with classic as ...

Know the equipment, refine your technique and express your style.Combining straightforward guidance with artistic insight, this comprehensive handbook is an essential piece of kit for photographers of every style and experience level.Michael Freeman shows you how to:· Make the most of the gear you have· Master the classic styles & subjects· Co...

The street aesthetic is more in vogue than ever, and rapidly becoming an essential part of every photographer's repertoire. Subjects are found around every corner, each moment offers a new and fresh perspective, and that excitement and spontaneity make it an ideal training ground for honing the skills needed to anticipate and successfully capture dramatic scenes on the fly.Getting great street shots is much more than just a matter of chance. Michael Freeman details the optimal stra...