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Paperback
400 illustrations
176 pages
280 x 216 mm
ISBN 978 1 85669 660 9
$29.95
Published April 2011
Contents
Introduction
Part 1 : Lighting Fundamentals
Chapter 1 : Basic Principles
Chapter 2 : Light Direction
Chapter 3 : Natural Light
Chapter 4 : Indoor & Artificial Light
Chapter 5 : Shadows
Chapter 6 : Surfaces
Chapter 7 : Diffuse Reflection
Chapter 8 : Direct Reflection
Chapter 9 : Translucency & Transparency
Chapter 10 : Light & Colour
Part 2 : Lighting People & Places
Chapter 11 : Light & People
Chapter 12 : Light in the Environment
Part 3 : Creative Lighting
Chapter 13 : Composition & Staging
Chapter 14 : Mood & Symbolism
Chapter 15 : Time, Location & Story
Glossary
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An introduction to the use of light for students and visual artists, this is the first book to look at the way light can be used to create realistic and fantastical effects in a wide range of visual media.
A valuable resource for animators, digital illustrators, painters or artists working in any medium, the first part of the book discusses the fundamental properties of natural and artificial light, shadows, the interaction of light on different types of surfaces, reflections, as well as transparency, translucency and the effects of light on colour.
In part two, the author concentrates on people and the environment, looking in detail at how to observe the effects of light to create realistic images.
In part three the author looks at the creative use of light in composition and design, for creating moods or setting a scene. Clearly written by a practising illustrator, this book is a must-have for both students and practising artists.
Richard Yot is an illustrator who works in both traditional print and digital media. His clients have included Disney, HMV, Jamie Oliver and Channel 4.
‘At last, a fully comprehensive, informative, practical and accessible book which addresses the “fundamental of fundamentals” for visual artists – light. This book is long overdue.’
David Sowerby, Head of Foundation Art and Design, London College of Communication, University of the Arts
‘The first book that I have seen that covers such a wide range of light issues. Packed full of useful and descriptive terms, it serves as an introduction to many disciplines.’
Dick Bjornseth, Professor, Foundations, Savannah College of Art and Design
'In this very useful book, illustrator Yot, who works with both traditional and digital media, ably guides readers through a fairly comprehensive review of light as it relates to the arts, ranging from graphic arts to photography. Divided into three broad parts titled Lighting Fundamentals, People & Environments, and Creative Lighting, the book covers basics such as light direction, natural light, shadows, reflection, and translucency to more abstract considerations such as mood and symbolism. The book includes a helpful glossary as well. One would be hard-pressed to find another book that covers such a broad topic in a single volume. Generously illustrated with lovely images and written in a clear, informative style, the manual includes many excellent examples. Anyone involved in the arts, from amateur photographers to professional designers, will appreciate this fine book; highly recommended.'
Raymond Bial, First Light Photography, Urbana, IL
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