Bring your 3D projects to the next level with 3D Postproduction: Stereoscopic Workflows and Techniques from Focal Press. In the book, author Rick Baumgartner provides best practices for preproduction and production, and offers techniques that have been used on actual 3D productions that can be incorporated into your own workflows. Common postproduction considerations are also discussed, such as dailies, assembly, cutting, and color correction, and how they differ between 3D and 2D post pipelines. Along with an abundance of workflow diagrams, screen grabs, and checklists to reinforce your learning, the book features in-depth interviews with working professional and extensive tutorials that provide practical insight from real-world 3D productions. It also provides examples of 3D gone bade and how to avoid common mistakes. A companion website provides the necessary project files and video clips that demonstrate the 3D workflows covered in the book.

Author: Rick Baumgartner    Paperback: 288 Pages    Publisher: Focal Press    Publication Date: April 28, 2014    Best Practices for 3D Workflows    Diagrams, Screen Grabs, and Checklists    Postproduction Considerations    In-Depth Interviews and Tutorials    Companion Website with Files and Clips

How the Book is Organized
What is a Workflow
Planning
Managing
Metadata
Input/Output
Screenings/Playout/Dailies
Conversions and Transcodes
Editorial
Fixing Stereo Problems
Visual Effects
Color
Deliverables
What's Next

Rick Baumgartner is a Digital Content Producer specializing in postproduction, visual effects, and advanced imaging. He contributed post expertise to the first digitally captured live-action 3D feature (U2 3D), the first digital 3D television episode (NBC's Chuck vs. The Third Dimension), and the first digital 3D television commercial. Rick received an Emmy nomination for his visual effects work on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. His feature film work includes 300, Monster House, and Idiocracy, and he has production credits on six video games.

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Q: 1. Can the software be downloaded to a MacBook without CD-ROM drive??

A: Yes, the software can be downloaded. You would just type in the registration key after download and you would be all set.

Q: 2. For zoom lenses, do you need to only calibrate the lens at one focal length or should you calibrate the lens at transitional points (24, 35, 50, and 70mm for a 24-70mm zoom)? If so, is the in camera's CPU smart enough to blend the "different" calibrations as the lens is zoomed.

A: It is best to calibrate the lens at most focal ranges to get maximum calibration. Some lenses don't marry up the same with all cameras, so it is best to calibrate at most ranges.

Q: 3. What is the largest print you can dry mount? How do you dry mount prints that are larger than 18 x 23?

A: I do a lot of 16x20 prints, but to do larger than that , say a 20x30, you just pass the print through the press and do it in sections. Just make sure you don't over lap the mounting tissue if it's not large enough to cover your entire size, or you will see a line in your final print.

Q: 4. Can I use foam board with the dry mounting press?

A: It looks as though you can mount onto foam core--although we do not do so here. I would keep the temperature on the low side to not melt the foam core-no higher than 185-190? and maybe adjust the pressure if needed. I found the manual online that speaks a little bit to foam core use (but I can't place the link here)And there is a type of foam core that has the adhesive already on it (but I can't place that link here either...): it's called Speed Mount by Bainbridge.It looks like many people have success with foam core--hope this helps!

Q: 5. Will this work with a Canon 70D and Sigma lenses?

A: I believe so yes.

Q: 6. Is there any possibility you can use a monopod? I don't use or have a tripod.

A: Hi Carol, Thank you for your interest in Reikan FoCal. A tripod is a required part of calibration and testing in order to achieve consistent and accurate results. Using a monopod won't work as it would not keep the camera stable enough for a series of test images to be taken. Best Regards, Dave

Q: 7. Can it work with canon 70-200 f2.8L + 2X extender?

A: It should but I would check the website.

Q: 8. Will this Work for Nikon 80-400G lense

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Q: 9. Can this press be used to mount digital prints and what kind of sealant paper is used to mount them?

A: This press can be used to dry mount digital prints with the help of the D&K Fusion 4000 Dry Mounting Tissue - 24 x 30 yd. B&H # DKFS40002430 .

Q: 10. does the program create a report?

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