Color Correction for Digital Video: Using Desktop Tools to Perfect Your Image (DV Expert Series)

Color Correction for Digital Video: Using Desktop Tools to Perfect Your Image (DV Expert Series)

by SteveHullfish (Author), JaimeFowler (Author)

Synopsis

Readers will learn the principles of color theory and video signal analysis, including the differences between film and video color. Beginning with an analysis of common color corrections, the book will introduce the reader to the color corrections possible with an array of digital video software, such as Final Cut Pro, Premiere, Avid, Avid Xpress DV 2.0, After Effects plug-ins, and other nonlinear software. Color correction problems and solutions are presented with tutorials on the companion CD-ROM to ensure that the reader gains a working knowledge of the techniques. "Color Correction for Digital Video" shows you how to use color to improve your storytelling, deliver critical emotional cues, and add impact to your videos. Beginning with a clear, concise description of color and perception theory, this book shows you how to analyze color correction problems and solve them-whatever NLE or plugin you use.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 224
Edition: 1
Publisher: Focal Press
Published: 12 Jan 2002

ISBN 10: 1578202019
ISBN 13: 9781578202010

Media Reviews
.. .it teaches color correction, step-by-step, from theory to practice... a must-read for any serious online editor.
Author Bio
Steve Hullfish produces and edits trailers, TV spots, promos and DVDs through his company, Verascope Pictures, which serves high-end clients: Universal Studios, NBC Television, DreamWorks, HIT Entertainment, Jim Henson Entertainment, VeggieTales and others. He has also co-edited two feature films for Sony/Tristar: Courageous and War Room. His 30 years of producing and editing TV shows and spots have garnered many national awards, including a national Emmy as part of the editing team of the Oprah Winfrey Show. He has co-written four other books including Color Correction for Digital Video, Avid XpressPro On the Spot, The Avid XpressPro Editing Workshop and - most recently - Avid Uncut: Workflows, Tips, and Techniques from Hollywood Pros. He is also in demand as a color correction and editing trainer for clients including NBC Sports, Major League Soccer, Turner Networks, The Versus Network, Southeast Television, Whole Foods, Avid, Tektronix, and the Children's Television Network.