A collection of Jay Holben's SHOT CRAFT articles from American Cinematographer magazine. A treasured series of educational pieces on the art and science of cinematography. An extraordinary book for the film student and refresher for the seasoned pro - SHOT CRAFT is written in an easy-to-read tone that explains the technical and complicated in simple language. It is a collection of lessons, tips & techniques that is a must-have for everyone working in the art of visual storytelling in motion pictures. This book features a curated selection from the first five yeas of this monthly column providing insights on: cinematography fundamentals, formats, exposure, lighting & electricity, optics, travel & locations, filmmaking techniques, relationships, communication & career.

80 Articles from the first five years of American Cinematographer's SHOT CRAFT column by Jay Holben Chapters include: Fundamental Concepts Formats Exposure Lighting & Electricity Optics Travel & Locations Filmmaking Techniques Relationships, Communication & Career

Jay Holben has been a professional in Hollywood for more than 30 years. Rising through the ranks primarily from electrician to gaffer to cinematographer, Holben has experience in feature films, commercials, documentary, television, music videos, shorts and more. An Associate member of the American Society of Cinematographers, Co-Chair of the ASC's Motion Imaging Technology Council, international lecturer and author of three previous books on cinematography: A Shot in the Dark: A Creative DIY Guide to Cinematic Lighting on (Almost) No Budget, Behind the Lens: Dispatches from the Cinematographic Trenches and The Cine Lens Manual: The Definitive Filmmaker's Guide to the Design, Implementation and History of Motion Picture Optics. Holben is a world-renowned expert. Since 1997 he has been a contributing writer for American Cinematographer magazine and in 2017, as contributing technical editor for the publication, he created the SHOT CRAFT series of educational tips and techniques. This book features a curated selection from the first five yeas of this monthly column providing insights on: cinematography fundamentals, formats, exposure, lighting & electricity, optics, travel & locations, filmmaking techniques, relationships, communication & career. SHOT CRAFT covers the art, science and technology of cinematography.