ABSTRACT

Spanning Time: The Essential Guide to Time-lapse Photography is the ultimate how-to guide for creating time-lapse films, featuring both still and moving image techniques. Author Chris Weston provides all the information necessary to create compelling time-lapse sequences using a DSLR camera. As well as covering basic equipment requirements and shooting techniques, the book explores what makes a good time-lapse story, visualization, and advanced skills for creating multi-faceted time-lapse sequences. This book provides insider secrets including:

  • How to create an effective time-lapse workflow and ‘see’ in a time-lapse sequence
  • Tips and tricks to successful photographic elements such as shutter speed, aperture, exposure, ISO, dynamic range imaging, and more
  • Step-by-step instructions for using the leading photographic processing hardware and software
  • Best practices for overcoming challenges including time-lapse flicker, light conditions, and color temperatures

chapter |6 pages

Introduction

chapter 1|9 pages

Choosing a Subject

chapter 2|32 pages

Equipment

chapter 3|32 pages

Setting Up

chapter 5|43 pages

Creating a Time-Lapse Sequence

chapter 6|23 pages

Post-Production

chapter 7|24 pages

Techniques for advanced Storytelling