Description:Abundant photographs and illustrations visually enhance the fundamental information offered in this new book for learning the manual operation of basic equipment, including a 35 mm camera. Unique in its use of student photographs, this introductory-level book provides a starting point for work in black and white photography that fosters ideas, inspires creativity, and serves as a method for measuring one's own work and techniques. Basic darkroom skills are examined including proper exposure of the negative, processing film, and printing, with an emphasis on camera techniques that helps readers fine-tune their personal vision while also serving as a foundation for more advanced photographic techniques. |
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step-by-step techniques reinforce instruction and are demonstrated with extensive illustrations and photographs that add further appeal for visual learners
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a section on design elements and composition encourages creative thinking and allows readers to use these skills to control and manipulate images for more sophisticated work
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a chapter devoted to the critique process examines the importance of discussing photographs both technically and aesthetically so readers can learn to improve their own work
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advanced features introduced toward the end of the book offer the flexibility to cover more technical information as time and ability allow
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the Student Workbook reinforces reading material and classroom instruction
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a CD-ROM Instructor's Manual contains valuable suggestions on assignments, references, and instructional material for preparing curriculum work
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