Lawrence, Andy
Filmmaking for Fieldwork: A Practical Handbook
- ISBN 13:
- 9781526131553
- author:
- Lawrence, Andy
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Manchester University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 232
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 22.9 centimetres
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Film & Video,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Filmmaking for Fieldwork: A Practical Handbook by Andy Lawrence is a comprehensive guide for researchers and media professionals looking to explore new ways of storytelling. This handbook explores the intersection of documentary cinema and ethnography, offering practical advice on camera use, sound recording, and editing. Based on over twenty years of teaching and industry experience, Filmmaking for Fieldwork provides a multi-disciplinary approach to filmmaking, covering all stages necessary to produce a documentary film from conception through to distribution. The book offers theoretical insights into the role of video editing in generating new ideas about human experience, as well as practical tips for those making their first films. With its focus on core skills and sensory modes of storytelling, Filmmaking for Fieldwork is an essential resource for anyone looking to develop their filmmaking practice.