Encyclopedia of Movie Special Effects

Encyclopedia of Movie Special Effects

Author: Patricia D. Netzley

Publisher:

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 291

ISBN-13: 9780816044924

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Offers brief biographies, definitions of studio jargon, descriptions of special effects techniques, and descriptive lists of effects used in specific films.


Photoshop Type Effects Visual Encyclopedia

Photoshop Type Effects Visual Encyclopedia

Author: Roger Pring

Publisher:

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780735711907

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The ultimate rich resource for amazing type design with Photoshop. Nothing can ruin a stunning piece of art quicker than finishing it off with poorly executed type effects. The Photoshop Type Effects Encyclopedia is a non-linear tutorial and a visual reference walking users step-by-step through complete details for designing professional level type effects. The book is organized into two general parts: a contextualizing introduction; and the actual encyclopedia, with rich illustrations of what each effect looks like, how to create the effect (including screenshots and other illustrations showing the step-by-step progress of each effect), and how to do your own variations of the effect. Each page is easy to read and follow, yet is packed with information.


Encyclopedia of Motion Picture Sound

Encyclopedia of Motion Picture Sound

Author: Marty McGee

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2015-06-08

Total Pages: 301

ISBN-13: 1476609705

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Ever since 1927, when The Jazz Singer broke the silence of the silver screen, sound has played an integral role in the development and appreciation of motion pictures. This encyclopedia covers the people, processes, innovations, facilities, manufacturers, formats and award-winning films that have made sound such a crucial part of the motion picture experience. Every film that has won a sound-related Academy Award is included here, with detailed critical commentary. Every sound mixer or editor who has been honored by the Academy has his or her own entry and filmography, and career biographies are provided for key developers including Jack Foley, Ray Dolby, George Lucas, and more.


Adobe After Effects CS5 Visual Effects and Compositing Studio Techniques

Adobe After Effects CS5 Visual Effects and Compositing Studio Techniques

Author: Mark Christiansen

Publisher: Pearson Education

Published: 2010-10-06

Total Pages: 859

ISBN-13: 0131390554

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This is the only book on the market to focus exclusively on the creation of visual effects for After Effects users, and is a one-stop resource for anyone who wants in-depth explanations that demystify the realm of visual effects and how they were created, thanks to veteran author Mark Christiansen's friendly and accessible style. A thoroughly packed, informative read, this masterful guide focuses on explaining the essential concepts, features, and techniques that are key to creating seamless movie-quality visual effects. Users who are comfortable with After Effects will find a helpful review of the fundamentals - managing footage, viewing and editing layers, animating type, and more - so they can learn how to work smarter and more efficiently. Readers of all levels will learn core techniques for effects compositing including color matching, keying, rotoscoping, motion tracking, emulating the camera, and concluding with using expressions in After Effects, written by contributor and expert Dan Ebberts. An incredibly useful appendix on scripting in After Effects is included as well, written by Adobe engineer Jeff Almasol. The final section of the book delves into creative explorations, demonstrating professional effects that are commonly seen in films and games which readers can re-create. Readers will also find comprehensive coverage of all that's new and makes this version of Adobe's effects programa must-have update, including the revolutionary new Roto Brush, all new effects such as the New Refine Matte effect, new support for Color Look-Up Tables, workflows that take advantage of the all-new 64-bit support, inclusion of third-party tools for additional creativity, and much more. Note from the publisher: FREE Adobe After Effects CS5.5 updates are available for this title. Simply register your product at www.peachpit.com/register and you will receive the updates when they become available.


The Art and Science of Digital Compositing

The Art and Science of Digital Compositing

Author: Ron Brinkmann

Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann

Published: 1999-06-02

Total Pages: 428

ISBN-13: 9780121339609

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The digital compositing process is being applied in many diverse fields from Hollywood to corporate projects. Featuring over 30 pages of color, this tutorial/reference.provides a complete overview of the technical and artistic skills necessary to undertake a digital composition project. The CD-ROM contains composition examples, illustrations, and development software.


The Encyclopedia of Japanese Horror Films

The Encyclopedia of Japanese Horror Films

Author: Salvador Jiménez Murguía

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2016-07-29

Total Pages: 423

ISBN-13: 1442261676

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Although the horror genre has been embraced by filmmakers around the world, Japan has been one of the most prolific and successful purveyors of such films. From science fiction terrors of the 1950s like Godzilla toviolentfilms like Suicide Circle and Ichi the Killer, Japanese horror film has a diverse history. While the quality of some of these films has varied, others have been major hits in Japan and beyond, frightening moviegoers around the globe. Many of these films—such as the Ringu movies—have influenced other horror productions in both Asia and the United States. The Encyclopedia of Japanese Horror Films covers virtually every horror film made in Japan from the past century to date. In addition to major and modest productions, this encyclopedia also features entries on notable directors, producers, and actors. Each film entry includes comprehensive details, situates the film in the context and history of Japanese horror cinema, and provides brief suggestions for further reading. Although emphasizing horror as a general theme, this encyclopedia also encompasses other genres that are associated with this theme, including Comedy Horror, Science Fiction Horror, Cyber-punk Horror, Ero Guru (Erotic Grotesque), and Anime Horror. The Encyclopedia of Japanese Horror Films is a comprehensive reference volume that will appeal to both cinema scholars as well as to the many fans of this popular genre.


Special Effects

Special Effects

Author: Ron Miller

Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books

Published: 2006-01-01

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13: 9780761329183

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Looks at the history of the special effects industry from silent films to the use of current technologies, providing insight into how various special effects are created and used.


Encyclopedia of Visual Effects

Encyclopedia of Visual Effects

Author: Damian Allen

Publisher:

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 590

ISBN-13: 9780321303349

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The ultimate effect recipe book covers not just one but three software packages: Shake, After Effects, and Motion!


Encyclopedia of Movie Special Effects

Encyclopedia of Movie Special Effects

Author: Patricia D. Netzley

Publisher: Greenwood

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13:

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Review: "A unique resource detailing the developments and use of special effects in the American movie industry, this title is well indexed and illustrated with 366 entries. It covers Academy Award-winning special effects movies, groundbreaking techniques, equipment, and devices, special effects houses, and pivotal figures in mechanical and visual special effects, makeup, creature design, directing, and stunt work."--"Outstanding Reference Sources," American Libraries, May 2001.


Macromedia Dreamweaver 8 Visual Encyclopedia

Macromedia Dreamweaver 8 Visual Encyclopedia

Author: Kim Cavanaugh

Publisher: Visual

Published: 2006-04-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780471751762

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If you prefer to see what things look like and how to perform a task, instead of just being told, this is your ideal A to Z reference. Part I shows every Dreamweaver 8 tool and how to use it. Part II provides step-by-step instructions for more than 140 key tasks and techniques. Both are arranged alphabetically and illustrated in full color. It's the ultimate Visual resource--you'll see! * Each tool and technique illustrated in full color * Alphabetical listings for easy reference * Step-by-step instructions for performing dozens of tasks * A comprehensive guide for visual learners A Visual guide to * Understanding and using all the Dreamweaver tools * Site set-up, page creation, and page properties * Formatting text and building tables * Using Dreamweaver 8's new Visual Guides * Working with Flash(r) movies, text, and video * Developing special effects for cutting-edge sites