Apple Pro Training Series: Encyclopedia of Color Correction / Field Techniques Using Final Cut Pro
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| Rating | : | 4.54 (801 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0321432312 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 552 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-12-08 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Most recently he completed the feature Four Weeks, Four Hours, which he wrote, directed, and produced. About the AuthorAlexis Van Hurkman has worked for over 12 years as a writer, director, visual effects artist, and colorist. He was also the lead writer of the companion book Apple Pro Training Series: Advanced Color Correction and Effects in Final Cut Pro and Final Cut Pro User Manual for versions 2, 3, and 4, and of the Shake User Manual for versions 3.5 and 4. As a postproduction artist, Alexis has contributed effects for and color corrected a wide variety of commercial and independent projects, including a collaboration with Harrel Fletcher and Elizabeth Meyer on The Forbidden Zone.
He was also the lead writer of the companion book Apple Pro Training Series: Advanced Color Correction and Effects in Final Cut Pro and Final Cut Pro User Manual for versions 2, 3, and 4, and of the Shake User Manual for versions 3.5 and 4. As a postproduction artist, Alexis has contributed effects for and color corrected a wide variety of commercial and independent projects, including a collaboration with Harrel Fletcher and Elizabeth Meyer on The
"Dated but still pertinent" according to Phxdog. While geared for the older FCP versions, the principles of color correction and grading still apply. I have found this to be a great "refresher" and reference.. "you need that book" according to Alex Fabricio. Excellent way to learn basic workflow about color correction, everyone need to knowm about the basics and that book is the solution. Great book.cya.. "Invaluable !" according to Michael Elmkjr Madsen. As a casual but pro user of FCP - this book has proven invaluable. Its very well written and packed with useful information. Its clearly written by a pro for pros. With a no nonsens attitude it delivers real life solutions thats applicable for commercial use, and there's some tips and tricks in here I haven't seen anywhere else. Of course, a colorist or more advanced user might find this book trivial, but for someone starting with colorgrading in FCP, its invaluable.
Written by video professional Alexis Van Hurkman and updated for Final Cut Pro 5, this book provides comprehensive training in the real-world color correction and management skills editing pros use every day in the field the equivalent of a five-day course in one project-based book. Extremely practical, the book works step-by-step through real-world examples of the problems and challenges colorists face most frequently. The book assumes a basic knowledge of the mechanics of color correction, and focuses on the field-tested techniques professional colorists use to obtain superb color grading and effects in film. This advanced, Apple-certified guide to video and film color correction picks up where APTS: Advanced Color Correction and Effects in Final Cut Pro leaves off. Each chapter presents a complete lesson in some aspect of color correction, with hands-on projects for readers to complete