Basic Photography - Softcover

Langford, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0240514858 ISBN 13: 9780240514857

Publisher: Focal Pr, 1997

Synopsis

Basic Photography is an international bestseller with a long established reputation as the introductory textbook for photography. Initially published over thirty years ago the book has been re-written and revised regularly, and translated into four foreign language editions. It remains a classic reference source for students and newcomers to photography of all ages.
`Photography', or `light drawing' is essentially a combination of technique and visual observation. Developing your ability to make successful photographs must include some basic technical theory, otherwise you will not get the most out of your tools, fuIly explore materials, or turn out reliable results. Basic Photography explains the equipment and techniques, provides background on how current `silver halide' processes work, and shows the relationship between visual and technical aspects of photography. It provides the underpinning knowledge to allow you to take truly creative and orginal pictures, whilst at the same time acting as a handy reference source for when imaginative ideas require the learning of new techniques.

This new edition takes into account improvements in cameras, from compacts to the latest medium format professional equipment. Information on the Advanced Photographic System is included and there are updates on films and developers.

Michael Langford is former Photography Course Director at the Royal College of Art in London. He has been intimately involved with photography courses and examination syllabuses at all levels and as a result fully understands what a student needs.

His other books for Focal Press are Starting Photography 2ED, Advanced Photography Revised 5th edition, and Story of Photography 2ED. Advanced Photography is the companion volume to Basic, and for students wishing to progress further, will take the aspiring photographer a step forward on the ladder to a career in photography.
· assumes no theoretical knowledge of photography, nor any scientific background
· provides a summary of each chapter for easy revision
· allows you to put into practice what you have learned through practical projects

About this title

From the Publisher

This new edition now includes: extended coverage of digital imaging techniques: from capturing images digitally, to scanning and using manipulation software and the ethics involved; updated and re-structured contents to suit the new Art (Photography) A Level; hundreds of stunning full colour photographs throughout illustrating the main points from the text; inspirational images from world famous photographers including: Bill Brandt; Henri Cartier-Bresson; Edward Weston and David Hockney.

Michael Langfords' other books for Focal Press include 'Starting Photography' 2nd edition, 'Advanced Photography' 6th edition, and 'Story of Photography' 2nd edition. 'Advanced Photography' is the companion volume to 'Basic Photography', and for students wishing to progress further, will take the aspiring photographer a step forward on the ladder to a career in photography.

About the Author

Michael Langford, renowned author, teacher, and practitioner, is a legend because of his skill that balanced art and technique. He inspired and taught thousands. As Photography Course Director at the Royal College of Art, London, UK, his key involvement with photography courses and exams set the standard worldwide.

About this edition

• Publisher: Focal Pr
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0240514858
• ISBN 13: 9780240514857
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 6