Master essential green screen skills! This focused workshop provides three hours of high-quality video training on shooting green screen and covers everything from setup to producing the shoot to compositing the footage. Author, trainer, and production/compositing expert Jeff Foster starts by introducing you to various concepts and explains how to create the right green screen scenario for your needs. Then, you’ll learn how to set up your background and talent, work with lighting and scopes, explore virtual sets, use helpful iPad apps, and composite the footage. Duration: 2 HR 58 min User Level: Beginning/Intermediate 
1 Keying and Matte Extraction Overview 2 Green and Blue Screen Materials 3 Proper Lighting and Camera Setup 4 Planning the Shoot 5 Professional and DIY Lighting Setups 6 Software Options 7 Working with Virtual Sets 8 Compositing Footage 9 Fixing Problem Green Screen Shots 10 Designing the Corporate Green Screen Studio 11 Lighting and Measuring Tools on Portable Devices System Requirements Mac OS X 10.6, Microsoft Windows XP, or higher 1 GHz processor or higher 2 GB RAM or higher 1 GB Free HD Space (does not include lesson files) (Please note that this DVD can be viewed only on a computer. It will not work in DVD-Video player software or a DVD set-top player.

Green Screen Production Master Class

FOSTER, JEFF

Pearson/Education

This critically-acclaimed interactive training program from Adobe Press offers exceptional quality high-definition video to teach the fundamentals of Adobe After Effects CC (2014 release) Including more than 10 hours of video tutorials, the course comes complete with lesson files, assessment quizzes, and review materials. You’ll learn the basics of After Effects and what you need to know to take your skills to the next level. In it you’ll learn about workflow, compositing features, basic masking, color keying, creating and working with 3D files, troubleshooting, final output, and much more. The video is wrapped in a unique interface that allows you to jump to any topic and also bookmark individual sections for later review. The unique “Watch and Work” mode shrinks the video into a small window to allow you to work alongside in Adobe After Effects as you view the video. Project files used in the lessons are included on the disc so you can practice what you’ve learned. At the end of every lesson, you can test your knowledge by taking interactive quizzes. Duration: 10 HR User Level: Beginning/Intermediate Closed-Captioning in English System Requirements: Mac OS X 10.6, Microsoft Windows XP, or higher 1 GHz processor or higher 2 GB RAM or higher 1 GB free HD space (does not include lesson files) Hardware: DVD-ROM drive Please Note: • This DVD-ROM can be viewed on your computer, but it will NOT play in a DVD movie player. • The course uses pop-ups; please enable them in your browser. For more information on how to enable Pop-ups please see our Learn By Video FAQ page at http://www.peachpit.com/LBVFAQ

Adobe After Effects CC Learn by Video (2014 release)

Peachpit Press

Inexpensive, capable, consumer drones have "taken off," creating what can only be described as drone mania amongst a diverse range of potential users. Because camera-carrying drones still really only exist on the edge between hobby and the mainstream, there is still a lot of confusion about what these small drones are capable of doing. This video is for anyone who wants to learn how to capture photos or videos from the new perspectives unlocked by freedom of camera movement in the vertical dimension. After watching the video, users will know how to safely operate a drone and will be guided in the basic training necessary to become an accomplished operator. They will get best-practice techniques on topics such as gear, pre-flight preparation, maintenance, camera settings and capturing, flying basics and controls, flight modes, cinematic shooting, and much more. The video is wrapped in a unique interface that allows you to jump to any topic and also bookmark individual sections for later review. The unique Watch &amp; Work mode shrinks the video into a small window to allow you to work alongside as you view the video. A pre-flight checklist and links to videos are included on the disc. At the end of every lesson, you can test your knowledge by taking interactive quizzes. Duration: Over 1 hour User Level: Beginning/Intermediate Closed-Captioning in English System Requirements: Mac OS X 10.6, Microsoft Windows XP, or higher 2 GHz processor or higher 4 GB RAM or higher 1 GB free HD space (does not include lesson files) Please Note: • This DVD-ROM can be viewed only on your computer. It will not play in a DVD-Video player software or a DVD set-top player

Aerial Photography and Videography Using Drones Learn by Video

Arts & Photography

Cheng, Eric

Photography & Video

'The ultimate guide on how to stay healthy as a man, both physically and mentally' JASON FOX, EX-SPECIAL FORCES AND BESTSELLING AUTHOR Being a man is bad for your health. Not only do men have a greater chance of getting almost every illness but they die sooner too: one in five men die before the age of 65. So why do so many men still accept poor health as a consequence of 'just getting older'? In MAN ALIVE, Dr Jeff Foster, men's health specialist and private GP, examines the most commonly misunderstood aspects of men's health, such as testosterone deficiency and 'male menopause', heart disease, diabetes and mental health. He also looks at conditions related to male anatomy and physiology, including erectile dysfunction and prostate disease, with advice on what symptoms and signs to look for, how to self-examine, and when to consider seeing a doctor. Dr Foster covers problems to do with lifestyle too, including obesity, poor sleep, bad nutrition, and lack of exercise, and he examines the evidence for specific health claims - busting plenty of myths along the way. 'An immensely useful and practical guide, answering the questions that every man has about their day-to-day health' IAN MARBER 'Many men avoid going to the doctor as they fear their concerns are either embarrassing or they will not be taken seriously. This book will empower men with the right information to change this' DR LOUISE NEWSON, ,

Man Alive: The health problems men face and how to fix them

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Exercise & Fitness

Piatkus

Make movies and videos with green screen compositing technology with The Green Screen Handbook: Real-World Production Techniques. This unique guide is a comprehensive how-to of professional production techniques, step-by-step instruction, and tips that can save you time and money. Learn when to use green screens instead of blue, find out how the pros operate in professional studios, and get amazing results—even on a shoestring budget. 
Topics include matting and keying basics; setups using fabric, portable background panels, or paint; lighting and digital camera essentials; broadcast TV hardware switchers; professional HD and major motion picture compositing; multiple-colored screen composites (background, foregrounds, and objects); directing storyboards and talent; working with virtual sets; motion tracking; and much more. <ul>
<li>See how to plan, set up, and execute your shots to reduce fixes in post</li> <li>Choose the right keying process for your project</li> <li>Master basic shooting setups and live broadcast keying</li> <li>Understand proper lighting and how to match subjects to the background</li> <li>Create a working storyboard and learn how to select and direct talent</li> <li>Composite your footage and fix problem shots</li> <li>Work creatively with virtual sets, motion tracking, and match moving</li> <li>Master techniques that apply to all compositing software and plug-ins</li> </ul>
The DVD includes sample footage and all project files to accompany the chapters in the book. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

The Green Screen Handbook: Real-World Production Techniques

Sybex, Inc.

Introduces the latest tools and features in version 6 of Photoshop, and provides instructions for creating special effects and animations for web designs. The series of 21 projects explains such techniques as creating backgrounds with tiles and patterns, animating text on a curve, adding pop-up splash announcements, and compressing images for the web. The CD-ROM contains pre-built Photoshop files for each project. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Photoshop 6 Web Magic

Bauer, Péter

New Riders Pub

"... a book that needs to be on every motion graphic designer's shelf." —Scott Kelby, President, National Association of Photoshop Professionals 
Author Jeff Foster appeared on the DV Guys, a weekly radio show devoted to DV professionals and enthusiasts, for a LIVE online interview on Thursday, June 17, 2004. If you missed it, you can still listen to their archive. If you're in the business of motion graphics or desktop digital video production, you know that Adobe's After Effects and Photoshop are two of the most indispensable content creation tools. More integrated than ever before, the world's number-one compositing and image-editing programs can be used in tandem to create quality work at a relatively low cost. But it takes years of experience to figure out how to get the most out of this remarkable duo. With After Effects and Photoshop: Animation and Production Effects for DV and Film, graphics guru Jeff Foster has created the first book devoted to showing how you can use these two programs together to produce animations and effects on the desktop. This practical guide focuses exclusively on techniques commonly used in the field as well as cutting-edge production tricks. These hands-on projects will demystify cool Hollywood effects and help you solve your daily challenges. And they'll inspire you to think more artistically when approaching your creations. Inside, you'll discover pro techniques for motion graphics and video production, including how to: <ul>
<li>Add depth and realism to your animations by mimicking real motion</li> <li>Use exaggerated movements to enhance characterization</li> <li>Apply 3-D animation to 2-D images</li> <li>Remove background fodder with blue-screen garbage mattes</li> <li>Employ rotoscoping techniques for frame-by-frame retouching</li> <li>Construct realistic composites and scene locations using matte painting techniques</li> <li>Make movies from stills by simulating 3-D camera motion</li> <li>Utilize perspective, speed, and scale to create believable moving objects</li> <li>Produce realistic special effects such as noise, clouds, and smoke</li> <li>Practice imaginative motion titling effects that grab people's attention</li> <li>Develop professional scene transitions using 3-D layer animations</li> <li>And much more!</li> </ul>
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

After Effects and Photoshop: Animation and Production Effects for DV and Film

Sybex

"Jeff Foster has created the one indispensable and definitive production guide to two of the world's greatest symbiotic tools: After Effect and Photoshop." —Jack H. Davis, coauthor, the Photoshop Wow! books and How to Wow: Photoshop for Photography 
Nothing beats the tight synergy of After Effects and Photoshop for creating professional-level effects, and nothing beats this book for showing you how Hollywood professionals really use these programs. In this second edition to his bestselling book, TV and movie graphics veteran Jeff Foster provides all-new information on After Effects 7 and Photoshop CS2—plus expanded coverage of blue/green screening and titling, beautiful new images, and innovative real-world solutions for today's professionals. Better than ever, this must-have reference is still the only guide that shows how to use these two superpower programs together to achieve professional results. The DVD includes production materials, third-party plug-ins and filters, and stock video. You'll also find project files and footage to go with every one of the book's projects, which require After Effects 7 or later. Learn what the pros know, including how to: <ul>
<li>Add depth to your animation by mimicking real motion</li> <li>Grab your audience's attention with creative motion titling</li> <li>Shoot a clean blue/green screen</li> <li>Apply 3D animation to 2D images</li> <li>Remove backgrounds with blue-screen garbage mattes</li> <li>Retouch frame by frame with rotoscoping</li> <li>Construct realistic composites and locales with matte painting</li> <li>Make movies from stills by simulating 3D camera motion</li> <li>Produce realistic effects such as noise, clouds, and smoke</li> </ul>
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

After Effects and Photoshop: Animation and Production Effects for DV and Film, Second Edition

Computers & Technology

Programming

Photoshop is simply the best image-editing software available and is the choice of millions of graphic artists worldwide. In Special Edition Using Photoshop 7, authors Peter Bauer and Jeff Foster combine deep technical expertise, Photoshop community involvement, teaching experience, and artistic talent. They offer numerous practical and creative tips to highlight clear explanations of both theory and technique. Full coverage is provided of all new tools and upgraded features in Photoshop 7, including:
<li>Macintosh OS X compliance (native mode and carbonized)</li>
<li>An integrated image management system</li>
<li>An improved painting engine for both PC and Mac versions</li>
<li>A more advanced web workflow capability</li>
<li>Added editing features</li>

Using Adobe Photoshop 7 (SPECIAL EDITION USING)

Que Pub

Healthy Housing for All: How Affordable Housing is Leading the Way explores the affordable housing industry’s achievements in creating healthier housing environments and translates them into lessons for the broader housing marketplace. The innovations in healthy affordable housing present an opportunity to replicate healthy housing successes, as well as to respond to market demand across the residential development industry.The report examines features, programs, processes, policies, and strategies that maximize project success and improve public health outcomes by providing healthy housing for all.

Healthy Housing for All: How Affordable Housing is Leading the Way

Frank, Joanna

Simpson, Bod

Architecture

Urban Land Institute

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