ABSTRACT

Hollywood is going 3D! Join the revolution with this primer to all of the essential skills for live action 3D, from preproduction through distribution.
3D perception and science is presented in an accessible way that provides the principles of Stereoscopic vision you need to make the transition from the 2D world. Tools of the trade are enumerated with an eye on current constraints and what is coming down the pike to smooth the way. Step-by-step instructions detail how 3D processes affect every stage of the production including screenwriting, art direction, principle photography, editing, visual effects and distribution.
The downloadable resources include an array of 2D and 3D images that demonstrate concepts and techniques, 3D movie shorts that showcase alternative techniques, After Effects project files to explore and manipulate for effect, and a resource list of software tools and tutorials that demonstrate techniques.

chapter Chapter 1|10 pages

Introduction to 3d Cinema

chapter Chapter 2|23 pages

Stereoscopic Vision and 3d Cinematography

chapter Chapter 3|12 pages

Learning 3d Cinematography

chapter Chapter 4|25 pages

Tools of the Trade

chapter Chapter 5|18 pages

3d Cinematography Fundamentals

chapter Chapter 6|13 pages

Preproduction

chapter Chapter 7|18 pages

Principal Photography

chapter Chapter 8|27 pages

Cgi and Vfx

chapter Chapter 9|20 pages

Editing

chapter Chapter 10|26 pages

Grading and Packaging