Practical Cinematography: And Its Applications (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Frederick A. Talbot

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656898585 ISBN 13: 9780656898589

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Practical Cinematography offers a clear, hands‑on look at how moving pictures capture motion with precision.

This edition explains timing, lighting, and camera techniques that bring slow and fast movements to life on screen.

Drawn from early investigations into continuous recording and practical apparatus, the book combines practical methods with the science behind motion photography. It discusses how to set exposures, choose illuminants, and coordinate shutter action with timing devices to create reliable, repeatable results. The material is framed for both amateur experimenters and professionals seeking a deeper understanding of cinematographic principles.

• How to speed up or slow down movement for clear, continuous records.
• Guidance on lighting choices and exposure control for nighttime and long‑term shots.
• Practical setups for timing mechanisms, shutters, and synchronized illumination.
• Insights into the value of continuous cinematographic records and related research facilities.

Ideal for readers curious about the technical evolution of motion pictures and the methods behind early cinematic experiments.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656898585
• ISBN 13: 9780656898589
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 340