TV Scenic Design, Second Edition
by Gerald Millerson
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Author: Gerald MillersonEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1997-07-17
ISBN: 0240514939
Number of pages: 280
Publisher: Focal Press
Book Reviews of TV Scenic Design, Second Edition
Book Review: Not what an art director needs
Summary: 1 Stars
Not many books have been written on scenic design, especially for TV. When I saw the editorial review of the first edition, describing it as fitting "..beginners.. as well as more experienced professionals..."(Image Technology), I was thrilled to find a book I could use for my work as art director or for teaching my students. I was prepared to pay the high price of the book, since it looked so promising.
When I got the book, my enthusiasm turned to disappointment. The book, in its attempt to cover every single aspect of TV scenic design ( and it does cover almost every angle), is no more than a shallow review of the principles of the craft. It is of no use to professionals, as it has nothing substantial to teach, and cannot help beginners, as no aspect is covered in depth.
Most disappointing is the lack of serious coverage of artistic issues of design, as well as theory. The images are of poor quality and the layout far from pleasing.
If you want to know something about scenic design for TV- this is the book for you. I wouldn't recommend this book to anybody who truly wants to learn or broaden their horizons in the field of art direction.
Summary of TV Scenic Design, Second Edition
TV Scenic Design is a comprehensive resource for aspiring and practicing set designers. Summarizing the principles and practices of scenic design, it details design approaches, structures, and staging methods.TV Scenic Design is a comprehensive resource for aspiring and practicing set designers. Summarizing the principles and practices of scenic design, it details design approaches, structures, and staging methods.
The information contained in the book can be applied to a variety of design situations, from campus or network TV studios, to exhibitions, audio-visual presentations or window displays.
Whatever the scale, space or budget, the methods described in TV Scenic Design will ensure professional results. Now expanded to cover 'virtual' set design, this new edition continues to be an invaluable aid to anyone involved in creating effective sets.
Contents:
The background of design * The basics of design organization * Scenic construction * Staging techniques * Staging practices * Shoestring staging * Scenic effect * Electronic reality * Scenic operation * The designer on location * Controlling the tone and color * Lighting and the designer * glossary * Index
Gerald Millerson's books on television and video have been acknowledged as among the best ever published. His other titles for Focal Press are Video Production Handbook, The Technique of Television Production, The Technique of Lighting for Television and Film and, in the Media Manual series, Effective TV Production and Video Camera Techniques.
an up to date reference written for today's TV scenic designer
includes a new chapter on VIRTUAL SET technology
updates to sections include new illustrations to help understanding of the subject
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