Mastering Black-And-White Photography: From Camera to Darkroom - Softcover

Suess, Bernhard J.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1880559234 ISBN 13: 9781880559239

Publisher: Allworth Pr, 1995

Synopsis

Mastering Black-and-White Photography is an introduction to the techniques of black-and-white photography and a thoughtful exploration of how to use those techniques effectively to develop creative skills. Twenty-five illustrated chapters explain practical and artistic matters in a friendly style, from cameras, lenses, and film to developing, printing, light, and aesthetics. Mastering Black-and-White Photography will help you to understand the nuances surrounding the art and technique of black-and-white photography and to use that understanding to create better photographs.

About this title

About the Author

Bernhard J Suess is a professional photographer and photography instructor whose work has been widely exhibited. His photographs have appeared in over thirty publications in seven countries. Author of Creative Black-and-White Photography (Allworth Press), he has published articles on the techniques of black-and-white photography in journals such as Darkroom & Creative Camera Techniques and Outdoor & Travel Photography.

Review

Bernhard J Suess's work is marked by thoroughness and care. He derives his opinions from careful research and original thinking, and he's good at explaining things in language anyone can understand. His many contributions to Darkroom & Creative Camera Techniques magazine over the years have been of great usefulness to photographers -- Darkroom & Creative Camera Techniques

Enjoy a strong introduction to the basics of black and white photos through an exploration of techniques and craftsmanship which emphasizes building upon basic knowledge of lenses, film, developing techniques and shooting techniques. These are basic instructions tailored for novices and should educate and delight audiences who want strong illustration of techniques. -- Midwest Book Review

From composing, to exposing, to processing, to mounting, to selling, this is a masterful book. Suess explains everything well very well with helpful diagrams and charts. . . . Bolstering the explanations, Suess offers a wealth of practical suggestions to improve your photography, many of which are just as useful when shooting color. . . . Even experienced photographers will find useful information in this book -- Popular Photography

The reader or student is given the information necessary to learn the new skills, but not over-loaded with details that will confuse or complicate the learning process. . . . Mastering Black and White Photography would be an excellent choice as a text for a college or adult level basic photography class -- Shutterbug

About this edition

• Publisher: Allworth Pr
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 1880559234
• ISBN 13: 9781880559239
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 240