The Cameraman's Craft: The Essential Guide Cinematography, first published in 1973, has evolved into the standard reference for filmmakers. Authors Kris Malkiewicz and M. David Mullen lay down the foundation for fundamental cinematic methods in a clear and succinct manner, putting a clear emphasis on the cameraman's craft based on their combined fifty years of experience in the film and television industries. Following that, readers will be guided step-by-step through more complex postproduction, digital editing, and general film production processes. With more than 200 new pictures, this third edition has been entirely rewritten and will give readers a thorough examination of: How proficient camera use can result in reliable, high-quality outcomes How to pick film stocks for the final film's aesthetic and style How to measure light for the desired effect when shooting in a studio or on site? appearance How to coordinate visual and audio elements to produce high-quality sound tracks Whether the final product is a major motion picture, an independent film, or simply a home video, Cinematography can help any filmmaker translate his or her vision into a quality film.