About the Book:

Since the advent of digital video technology, dance on camera has become an increasingly popular, and important genre of dance.

Making Video Dance is the first ever how-to manual for choreographers, dancers and students who want to make dance films.

Specifically written from a personal experience of a complete lack of printed material to help beginners get started, Katrina McPherson has produced an exemplary text which combines practical help with aesthetic discussion in an anecdotal and accessible style.

Making Video Dance includes:

• exercises to be used inside, or outside the classroom
• a production diary
• interviews with leading practitioners on both sides of the camera
• helpful tips and a glossary of terms

Anyone involved in making dance videos needs this helpful and remarkable book.

What people say:

"...timely and very exciting - a long overdue essential for the dance world." — Lea Anderson, Choreographer

"...a vital resource for students studying dance on screeen." — Liz Aggiss, Choreographer and Director

"...a catalyst for the reader's creative process. For many years I have wanted a book like this for my students." — Martha Curtis, Professor, Virginia Commonwealth University

About the Author:

Katrina McPherson has wide experience as a dancer and choreographer, and as an award-winning dance filmmaker. One of the first generation of truly hybrid video dance artists, she has taught extensively at university education level and community and professional workshops, leading international masterclasses in the UK, Europe, China and Australia.