The Grip Book, 4e by Michael G. Uvaby Mark Shapiro December 9, 2009 Working as a Grip is a time honored way to get started in the film and video production business. If you can't afford film school or want to get started making money ASAP, work as a grip. The Grip Book is probably the best book to get you started. In addition to practical information about equipment, how to use it, what a grip does, there is lots of good info about how to be successful in the biz - the games you may have to play and the politics of the job. Throughout my production career, nobody cared what film school I went to and or what degree I had. it was all about what you knew how to do. Michael Uva's "The Grip Book" is not glossy or fancy. Actually it is a bit ugly but it is crammed full of the real world information you need. From laying dolly track to how to safely tie a knot that will hold, everything you need to know is in here. The Grip Book, Fourth Edition has been updated and revised to be even more valuable to professional grips—the "jack-of-all-trades and master of all" on a film or video set. Grips install, set up, maintain, and ensure the safety of all equipment needed on a set, such as lighting stands, cameras, and any specialty equipment needed for a shoot. This new edition contains the latest information about the latest equipment and has been updated to reflect changes in the industry including CGI screen setup and ‘cleaning up the perms.’ The Grip Book also teaches readers how to become a professional grip and have a successful career, and will continue to be an indispensable learning tool and reference for grips of all experience levels. Michael G. Uva is a well-respected Key Grip in Hollywood, with over 20 years of experience in film, TV movies, and commercials to his credit, including the recent hit shows "Nip/Tuck" and "Everybody Hates Chris"
| The Grip Book * Known as "the bible" for grips on TV and movie sets, professionals know it and love this well-respected classic from a knowledgeable and well-known author and grip
* Includes a website with visual demonstration videos and hundreds of illustrations help clarify and demonstrate concepts
* Covers new topics such as CGI screens and perms and includes a slew of new glossary terms and slang words that all grips need to know The Grip Book, 4e
PUB DATE: October 2009
US PRICE: $ 44.95
EUR PRICE: € 32.95
GBP PRICE: £ 22.99 |
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