Software Cinema: 3 Dimensional Contrast

Products-On-Disc Dean Collins Lighting

3 Dimensional Contrast

with Dean Collins

DVD-VIDEO

Reference: LTCMH3DD

This all-new DVD based on Dean Collin’s original 3-Dimensional Contrast covers lighting for photography and video production in the digital age. It is taught by two of the few people qualified to teach Dean's techniques - Tim Mantoani and Bill Holshevnikoff, two of Dean's closest friends and best students who have since developed highly successful careers.

3-Dimensional Contrast will teach you about the different qualities of light (Shadow, Diffused and Specular) and the many methods used to control it in the digital age. With this knowledge you will be able to “read” a photograph and see how it was lit, or how to set up your lights for a photo or video production. Dean’s proven methodologies transformed the way photographers looked at light over two decades ago. Since then it has been used as a teaching tool in top photography schools across the country.

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Time: 61:46

This program demystifies the principles of light - Shadow, Diffused and Specular.

You will learn about the quality of light using variables such as: size of light source, distance of light source, aperture, surface efficiency, tonal efficiency and contrast.

Intro - This chapter outlines Dean Collins' Theory of 3-Dimensional Contrast and how the understanding of light and the 3-dimensional image will change the way you work. An in-depth look at the nomenclature and controls of 3-D Contrast sets up the remaining chapters in this program.

Exposure - Getting a proper exposure is the foundation of good image making in any format - still or video. This chapter demonstrates proper metering techniques, and provides a basis for understanding 18% gray tones and exposure manipulation.

Shadow Edge Transfer - Understanding and controlling the degree of shadow edge transfer (i.e. Light Quality) is a key element in shaping the look of your imagery. Demonstraions of light source size, distance from the subject, and much more, will help you to understand the true nature of light control for portraits, interviews, product work and more.

Specular Edge Transfer - Training your mind's eye to see light the way a camera captures it is a key to successful lighting. This chapter describes understanding and manipulation of surface texture on products, skin tones, etc. This is one of the keys to top-level product work.

Contrast between Shadow & Diffused - Controlling contrast is one of the most powerful tools for an image-maker. This chapter provides a thorough understanding of the manipulation of shadow contrast - here you will see demonstations on light placement, fill light control, lighting ratios and ambient light control.

Contrast between Diffused & Specular - The "other" contrast control. This section explores the control of highlights and how, through the size and distance of your light sources, you can have complete control over highlights for both still and video work.

Special Features - See original interviews with Dean Collins about his introduction and concepts of 3-Dimensional Contrast. See also humorous clips from the production of 1990 and out-takes.

The disc includes a printed light control flow chart with definitions established by Dean Collins. If you would like to print a larger light control flow chart, download this PDF document.