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 Customer Reviews
Very useful book, 05 Jun 2008
This is an excellent and invaluable book, and is equally suited to those learning either FCP or the Express (consumer) version. It's also really handy to have around as a quick reference tool. My only criticism is that the supplied video content is somewhat cheasy - but then it originates in the US after all! No problems with the DVD itself for me.
New DVD works, 06 May 2008
To add to my original Review - I have had a replacement from Amazon and the corrupted files are now all working. I can only assume that as between myself and my colleague getting through 3 faulty DVD's that the first run must have been faulty.
It seems I cannot change my original star rating within the amazon review system - so I would now give it 4 as this DVD now works.
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Customer Reviews
Very useful book, 05 Jun 2008
This is an excellent and invaluable book, and is equally suited to those learning either FCP or the Express (consumer) version. It's also really handy to have around as a quick reference tool. My only criticism is that the supplied video content is somewhat cheasy - but then it originates in the US after all! No problems with the DVD itself for me.
New DVD works, 06 May 2008
To add to my original Review - I have had a replacement from Amazon and the corrupted files are now all working. I can only assume that as between myself and my colleague getting through 3 faulty DVD's that the first run must have been faulty.
It seems I cannot change my original star rating within the amazon review system - so I would now give it 4 as this DVD now works.
Excellent Training, 31 Aug 2008
I have been using this book to reinforce the lessons I have been taking via Apples One to One training. The book is clearly laid out, and the sample media and project files are execllent for getting used to the various editing options. I agree that it is not great as a reference. The extra lessons in PDF format on the DVD cover the more advanced editing features of Final Cut Express. All in all a great resource for anyone wanting to do more adavnced editing than iMovie allows.
Useful Introduction to FCE4, 21 Jun 2008
This training guide which includes a DVD with the material used in the lessons is generally well written. For anyone completely new to Apple and/or video editing in Final Cut Express 4, it is essential as an introduction, covering all the non linear editing basics of this application.
A word of warning, however - this book is not a manual and cannot be readily used for reference. Some of the lessons take about 90 minutes to complete. In this format, it would have been better to split the longer lessons into two. On the other hand, the lesson on capturing video is somewhat brief relative to other lessons, and more explanation on capture settings and preferences might have been useful. This said, the level of detail on each topic is adequate, and for basic training, the book is indispensable.
Final Cut Express 4 by Diana Weynand, 21 May 2008
This is probably a great book if you have time to run through the exercises, but it does not work as a reference guide.
Movie Making Made Easy , 18 Mar 2008
If like me, you are new to movie making, this book must be top of your list. It takes you step by step from importing your movie into Final Cut Express 4 right through to the finished product including adding your own sound. The beauty of the book is that the included CD contains movie clips, sequences and sound tracks which you will use throughout the lessons. This has to be the ultimate in hands on training, everything is so well explained!
At the end of each chapter there is "Lessons Review" by way of questions and answers plus a list of Keyboard Shortcuts. I have copied these and find them a very useful reference set.
To detail everything in the book would mean writing another book. Suffice to say it is without doubt the best AppleTraining Series Book I have read so far. As an absolute beginner before I read this book I can now put together a good movie.
Buy it! I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
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Customer Reviews
Very useful book, 05 Jun 2008
This is an excellent and invaluable book, and is equally suited to those learning either FCP or the Express (consumer) version. It's also really handy to have around as a quick reference tool. My only criticism is that the supplied video content is somewhat cheasy - but then it originates in the US after all! No problems with the DVD itself for me.
New DVD works, 06 May 2008
To add to my original Review - I have had a replacement from Amazon and the corrupted files are now all working. I can only assume that as between myself and my colleague getting through 3 faulty DVD's that the first run must have been faulty.
It seems I cannot change my original star rating within the amazon review system - so I would now give it 4 as this DVD now works.
Excellent Training, 31 Aug 2008
I have been using this book to reinforce the lessons I have been taking via Apples One to One training. The book is clearly laid out, and the sample media and project files are execllent for getting used to the various editing options. I agree that it is not great as a reference. The extra lessons in PDF format on the DVD cover the more advanced editing features of Final Cut Express. All in all a great resource for anyone wanting to do more adavnced editing than iMovie allows.
Useful Introduction to FCE4, 21 Jun 2008
This training guide which includes a DVD with the material used in the lessons is generally well written. For anyone completely new to Apple and/or video editing in Final Cut Express 4, it is essential as an introduction, covering all the non linear editing basics of this application.
A word of warning, however - this book is not a manual and cannot be readily used for reference. Some of the lessons take about 90 minutes to complete. In this format, it would have been better to split the longer lessons into two. On the other hand, the lesson on capturing video is somewhat brief relative to other lessons, and more explanation on capture settings and preferences might have been useful. This said, the level of detail on each topic is adequate, and for basic training, the book is indispensable.
Final Cut Express 4 by Diana Weynand, 21 May 2008
This is probably a great book if you have time to run through the exercises, but it does not work as a reference guide.
Movie Making Made Easy , 18 Mar 2008
If like me, you are new to movie making, this book must be top of your list. It takes you step by step from importing your movie into Final Cut Express 4 right through to the finished product including adding your own sound. The beauty of the book is that the included CD contains movie clips, sequences and sound tracks which you will use throughout the lessons. This has to be the ultimate in hands on training, everything is so well explained!
At the end of each chapter there is "Lessons Review" by way of questions and answers plus a list of Keyboard Shortcuts. I have copied these and find them a very useful reference set.
To detail everything in the book would mean writing another book. Suffice to say it is without doubt the best AppleTraining Series Book I have read so far. As an absolute beginner before I read this book I can now put together a good movie.
Buy it! I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
A definite "must buy" book for FCP 6 editors, 09 Aug 2007
This book is superbly presented with colour illustrations throughout. Careful consideration has gone into the included media to better demonstrate the points being discussed and this is particularly evident in the trimming chapter. I learned more about trimming in that chapter than I ever had before it. This book will both instruct you in the ways of FCP, teach you good editing practice and improve your work-flow considerably. At the end of each chapter are a set of questions which ensure you've absorbed and understood the salient and important points (they are also reminiscent of the questions you will get in your Apple Pro Certification exam should you decide to take one). An absolute must buy for all FCP editors regardless of their level. 5 stars all around!
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Customer Reviews
Very useful book, 05 Jun 2008
This is an excellent and invaluable book, and is equally suited to those learning either FCP or the Express (consumer) version. It's also really handy to have around as a quick reference tool. My only criticism is that the supplied video content is somewhat cheasy - but then it originates in the US after all! No problems with the DVD itself for me.
New DVD works, 06 May 2008
To add to my original Review - I have had a replacement from Amazon and the corrupted files are now all working. I can only assume that as between myself and my colleague getting through 3 faulty DVD's that the first run must have been faulty.
It seems I cannot change my original star rating within the amazon review system - so I would now give it 4 as this DVD now works.
Excellent Training, 31 Aug 2008
I have been using this book to reinforce the lessons I have been taking via Apples One to One training. The book is clearly laid out, and the sample media and project files are execllent for getting used to the various editing options. I agree that it is not great as a reference. The extra lessons in PDF format on the DVD cover the more advanced editing features of Final Cut Express. All in all a great resource for anyone wanting to do more adavnced editing than iMovie allows.
Useful Introduction to FCE4, 21 Jun 2008
This training guide which includes a DVD with the material used in the lessons is generally well written. For anyone completely new to Apple and/or video editing in Final Cut Express 4, it is essential as an introduction, covering all the non linear editing basics of this application.
A word of warning, however - this book is not a manual and cannot be readily used for reference. Some of the lessons take about 90 minutes to complete. In this format, it would have been better to split the longer lessons into two. On the other hand, the lesson on capturing video is somewhat brief relative to other lessons, and more explanation on capture settings and preferences might have been useful. This said, the level of detail on each topic is adequate, and for basic training, the book is indispensable.
Final Cut Express 4 by Diana Weynand, 21 May 2008
This is probably a great book if you have time to run through the exercises, but it does not work as a reference guide.
Movie Making Made Easy , 18 Mar 2008
If like me, you are new to movie making, this book must be top of your list. It takes you step by step from importing your movie into Final Cut Express 4 right through to the finished product including adding your own sound. The beauty of the book is that the included CD contains movie clips, sequences and sound tracks which you will use throughout the lessons. This has to be the ultimate in hands on training, everything is so well explained!
At the end of each chapter there is "Lessons Review" by way of questions and answers plus a list of Keyboard Shortcuts. I have copied these and find them a very useful reference set.
To detail everything in the book would mean writing another book. Suffice to say it is without doubt the best AppleTraining Series Book I have read so far. As an absolute beginner before I read this book I can now put together a good movie.
Buy it! I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
A definite "must buy" book for FCP 6 editors, 09 Aug 2007
This book is superbly presented with colour illustrations throughout. Careful consideration has gone into the included media to better demonstrate the points being discussed and this is particularly evident in the trimming chapter. I learned more about trimming in that chapter than I ever had before it. This book will both instruct you in the ways of FCP, teach you good editing practice and improve your work-flow considerably. At the end of each chapter are a set of questions which ensure you've absorbed and understood the salient and important points (they are also reminiscent of the questions you will get in your Apple Pro Certification exam should you decide to take one). An absolute must buy for all FCP editors regardless of their level. 5 stars all around!
Poor description, 27 Jun 2008
I was very disappointed to find that this book is not compatable with Premier Elements 4 and I had to return it.
There was already a return form in the book from a previous customer who had the same problem!
Please put the book description right.
Brilliant, 03 Jun 2005
This book is well worth a look and your money, it explains everything in detail with simple to follow instructions.
It covers every part of Premiere elements from importing your footage to exporting it onto DVD and other formats.
It gives you ideas on what requirements and equipment you should/could use to improve your films, and also a small part on shooting the film itself.
It explains about transitions, all the different effects, how to find commands and editing windows, about the timelines, sound, editing in general and everything you could possibly think of and more.
I highly recommend this book, and will be buying more from the series.
It's the only book on adobe premeire elements you will ever need!!
Adobe Premiere Elements for Dummies, 11 Jan 2005
Well done Adobe for bringing out such an excellent program and well done to the author Keith Underdahl for this easy to follow and fun to use book.
I gave up on Pinnacle Studio a while ago due to it constantly crashing and thus was excited about Premiere Elements and have now followed the chapters through and can say my editing skills have advanced considerably.
This is my second "Dummies" book,the first was Macromedia Dreamweaver MX for Dummies,on the strength of that book I bought Premiere Elements,need I say more ?
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Customer Reviews
Very useful book, 05 Jun 2008
This is an excellent and invaluable book, and is equally suited to those learning either FCP or the Express (consumer) version. It's also really handy to have around as a quick reference tool. My only criticism is that the supplied video content is somewhat cheasy - but then it originates in the US after all! No problems with the DVD itself for me.
New DVD works, 06 May 2008
To add to my original Review - I have had a replacement from Amazon and the corrupted files are now all working. I can only assume that as between myself and my colleague getting through 3 faulty DVD's that the first run must have been faulty.
It seems I cannot change my original star rating within the amazon review system - so I would now give it 4 as this DVD now works.
Excellent Training, 31 Aug 2008
I have been using this book to reinforce the lessons I have been taking via Apples One to One training. The book is clearly laid out, and the sample media and project files are execllent for getting used to the various editing options. I agree that it is not great as a reference. The extra lessons in PDF format on the DVD cover the more advanced editing features of Final Cut Express. All in all a great resource for anyone wanting to do more adavnced editing than iMovie allows.
Useful Introduction to FCE4, 21 Jun 2008
This training guide which includes a DVD with the material used in the lessons is generally well written. For anyone completely new to Apple and/or video editing in Final Cut Express 4, it is essential as an introduction, covering all the non linear editing basics of this application.
A word of warning, however - this book is not a manual and cannot be readily used for reference. Some of the lessons take about 90 minutes to complete. In this format, it would have been better to split the longer lessons into two. On the other hand, the lesson on capturing video is somewhat brief relative to other lessons, and more explanation on capture settings and preferences might have been useful. This said, the level of detail on each topic is adequate, and for basic training, the book is indispensable.
Final Cut Express 4 by Diana Weynand, 21 May 2008
This is probably a great book if you have time to run through the exercises, but it does not work as a reference guide.
Movie Making Made Easy , 18 Mar 2008
If like me, you are new to movie making, this book must be top of your list. It takes you step by step from importing your movie into Final Cut Express 4 right through to the finished product including adding your own sound. The beauty of the book is that the included CD contains movie clips, sequences and sound tracks which you will use throughout the lessons. This has to be the ultimate in hands on training, everything is so well explained!
At the end of each chapter there is "Lessons Review" by way of questions and answers plus a list of Keyboard Shortcuts. I have copied these and find them a very useful reference set.
To detail everything in the book would mean writing another book. Suffice to say it is without doubt the best AppleTraining Series Book I have read so far. As an absolute beginner before I read this book I can now put together a good movie.
Buy it! I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
A definite "must buy" book for FCP 6 editors, 09 Aug 2007
This book is superbly presented with colour illustrations throughout. Careful consideration has gone into the included media to better demonstrate the points being discussed and this is particularly evident in the trimming chapter. I learned more about trimming in that chapter than I ever had before it. This book will both instruct you in the ways of FCP, teach you good editing practice and improve your work-flow considerably. At the end of each chapter are a set of questions which ensure you've absorbed and understood the salient and important points (they are also reminiscent of the questions you will get in your Apple Pro Certification exam should you decide to take one). An absolute must buy for all FCP editors regardless of their level. 5 stars all around!
Poor description, 27 Jun 2008
I was very disappointed to find that this book is not compatable with Premier Elements 4 and I had to return it.
There was already a return form in the book from a previous customer who had the same problem!
Please put the book description right.
Brilliant, 03 Jun 2005
This book is well worth a look and your money, it explains everything in detail with simple to follow instructions.
It covers every part of Premiere elements from importing your footage to exporting it onto DVD and other formats.
It gives you ideas on what requirements and equipment you should/could use to improve your films, and also a small part on shooting the film itself.
It explains about transitions, all the different effects, how to find commands and editing windows, about the timelines, sound, editing in general and everything you could possibly think of and more.
I highly recommend this book, and will be buying more from the series.
It's the only book on adobe premeire elements you will ever need!!
Adobe Premiere Elements for Dummies, 11 Jan 2005
Well done Adobe for bringing out such an excellent program and well done to the author Keith Underdahl for this easy to follow and fun to use book.
I gave up on Pinnacle Studio a while ago due to it constantly crashing and thus was excited about Premiere Elements and have now followed the chapters through and can say my editing skills have advanced considerably.
This is my second "Dummies" book,the first was Macromedia Dreamweaver MX for Dummies,on the strength of that book I bought Premiere Elements,need I say more ?
Adobe Premiere Pro CS3 Classroom in a Book, 16 Oct 2008
This is a good book for those that like a methodical step-by-step approach to learning. The book is split into well defined chapters with a software tour and guidance on the software's use for the production process. It's all very logical and this makes it useful for both fast learning beginners and intermediate readers alike.
If you are planning on achieving a qualification on Adobe Premiere (for example Adobe's own ACE exams) then this is the perfect start for your revision. If you feel that you simply want to get to grip with the software then this is also ideal. Some readers might feel that the structure is a little too regimented and the examples and lessons a little unexciting; however there are plenty of additional books available to cover these requirements.
OK if you understand NLE or have used premiere pro first, 09 Jul 2008
I got this book because I had already used premiere pro CS3 a little and wanted to get to know it better. However, if I had just bought premiere pro CS3 and never used it before - this book would have been a waste of money.
BUT - because I had used the programme and I understood a little about non-linear editing (NLE) I actually got quite a lot from the book and found it helpful.
The writers assume a lot of knowledge which new users simply wouldn't have, and this makes the book a little less accessable that I would like. And, there were times when I had to read things through a few times and try and work out what they meant or where they were talking about in the programme. But when I did work it out I got a lot from the book and worked with it all the way through.
So - if you are brand new to this programme - keep well away! But, if you have some experience with it or other NLEs and want to get more out of it I think it is worth the money.
A total waste of money, 24 Mar 2008
Quite frankly I would advise against anyone buying this book. At times it is totally incomprehensible.If you want a book this is written in straight forward English and is easy to understand and follow, do NOT buy this book.
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