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Focal Press



Focal Press


Photography and Digital Imaging
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The Photographer's Eye: Composition and Design for Better Digital Photos
The Photographer's Eye: Composition and Design for Better Digital Photos
by Michael Freeman
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Design is the single most important factor in creating a successful photograph. The ability to see the potential for a strong picture and then organize the graphic elements into an effective, compelling composition has always been one of the key skills... (read more)

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Music and Audio
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Mastering Audio: The Art and the Science
Mastering Audio: The Art and the Science
by Bob Katz
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Written by an award winning, highly respected professional, Mastering Audio gives you a thorough introduction to the unique procedures and technical issues involved in mastering. Suitable for all levels of students and professionals, it is ideal for... (read more)

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Communications
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Mobile TV: DVB-H, DMB, 3G Systems and Rich Media Applications (Focal Press Media Technology Professional)
Mobile TV: DVB-H, DMB, 3G Systems and Rich Media Applications (Focal Press Media Technology Professional)
by Amitabh Kumar
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Exclusively dedicated to Mobile TV, this book provides a detailed insight to mobile multimedia characterized efficient compression techniques, protocols formalized by 3GPP or 3GPP2, capabilities of broadcast, and mobile networks for delivering multimedia... (read more)

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Film and Video
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Visual Story : Creating the Visual Structure of Film, TV and Digital Media (2ND 08 Edition)
Visual Story : Creating the Visual Structure of Film, TV and Digital Media (2ND 08 Edition)
by Bruce Block
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If you can't make it to one of Bruce Block's legendary visual storytelling seminars, then you need his book Now in full color for the first time, this best-seller offers a clear view of the relationship between the story/script structure and the visual... (read more)

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Animation and Motion Graphics
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Game Design Workshop: A Playcentric Approach to Creating Innovative Games
Game Design Workshop: A Playcentric Approach to Creating Innovative Games
by Tracy Fullerton
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Master the craft of game design so you can create that elusive combination of challenge, competition, and interaction that players seek. This design workshop begins with an examination of the fundamental elements of game design; then puts you to work in... (read more)

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Broadcasting and Media Technology
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Digital Television 3RD Edition Satellite Cable T
Digital Television 3RD Edition Satellite Cable T
by Herve Benoit
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Digital Television is as an authoritative and complete overview that describes the technology of digital television broadcasting. It gives you a thorough technical description of the underlying principles of the DVB standard and the various steps of... (read more)

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Theater and Live Entertainment
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The Makeup Artist Handbook: Techniques for Film, Television, Photography, and Theatre
The Makeup Artist Handbook: Techniques for Film, Television, Photography, and Theatre
by Gretchen Davis
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This full-color and amply illustrated book is written for film, television, and theatre makeup artists who need to know the basics on how to accomplish flawless makeup applications. It begins with fundamental practices and continues through more complex... (read more)

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Film and Video
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The Art of the Storyboard: A Filmmaker's Introduction
The Art of the Storyboard: A Filmmaker's Introduction
by John Hart
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Communicate your vision, tell your story and plan major scenes with simple, effective storyboarding techniques. Using sketches of shots from classic films, from silents to the present day, John Hart leads you through the history and evolution of this... (read more)

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Sale Books
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Art of Digital Video 4TH Edition
Art of Digital Video 4TH Edition
by John Watkinson
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The industry "bible" is back and it's better than ever. The Art of Digital Video has served as the ultimate reference guide for those working with digital video for generations. Now this classic has been revised and re-written by international consultant... (read more)

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Used Books
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Digital Imaging for Photographers with CD (Audio)
Digital Imaging for Photographers with CD (Audio)
by Adrian Davies
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This authoritative, best-selling guide provides both professional and amateur photographers worldwide with a comprehensive introduction to the technologies and techniques of digital imaging. Features: * An in-depth overview of image capture with digital... (read more)

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