Designing a Photograph: Visual Techniques for Making your Photographs Work

During the 15 years since the first edition of Designing a Photograph was published, the field of photography has become much more competitive, with much more sophisticated standards.

This revised and updated edition of the classic manual provides all the information photographers need to bring their art to the next level. Filled with practical, real-life examples and excellent step-by-step exercises, this valuable reference demonstrates techniques of composition, color, lighting, perspective, and more.

With completely updated information and more than 150 brand-new photographs, Designing a Photograph is easily one of the most important additions to every photographer’s library.

Bill Smith is an advertising/fine-art photographer with an impressive roster of big-name clients. He lives in Freehold, New Jersey.