Basic Photography - Softcover

Langford, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0240515927 ISBN 13: 9780240515922

Publisher: Focal Press, 2000

Synopsis

'Basic Photography' is a longstanding international bestseller and continues to be the introductory textbook for photography courses throughout the world.

Key features:
practical assignments, so you can put into practice what you've learned
chapter summaries for easy revision
a clear and concise approach to essential photographic principles, assuming no prior knowledge
comprehensive coverage of both black and white photography, processing and printing; colour photography, digital manipulation and film processing
suitability for students of all ages and all photographic courses


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.

The late Michael Langford formerly taught at the Royal College of Art for many years, becoming Course Director. He was intimately involved with photography courses and examination syllabuses at all levels and as a result fully understood what a student needed. His 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.

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Review

Reviews of seventh edition:

"A simply excellent introduction to photography - both for students and home enthusiasts" Online reviewer - Amazon

"I found this book to be the best that I have ever seen on the subject of photography not only for 'basic' knowledge but for far more advanced subjects. It is clear, precise, easy to read and more important, easy to understand and apply."
Robert A. Freson, Professional Travel and Nature Photographer

"...an excellent reference manual for anyone starting out in photography."
Amateur Photographer

Reviews of previous editions:

"This is a book that no one who takes photography seriously should be without." Amateur Photographer

"The book has remained the standard introductory work for aspiring professional photographers. The book as a whole deserves the highest praise." The British Journal of Photography

"Will provide a good grounding in principles, as well as a number of useful tips based on the science. For the more serious enthusiast, a must-have." Online reviewer - Amazon

From the Publisher

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 original pictures, whilst at the same time acting as a handy reference source for when imaginative ideas require the learning of new techniques.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.Basic Photography:7 assumes no theoretical knowledge of photography, nor any scientific background7 provides a summary of each chapter for easy revision7 allows you to put into practice what you have learned through practical projects7 is a recommended textbook for A Level, City and Guilds, HND and Degree photography courses7 covers both black and white photography, processing and printing; and colour photography and film processing7 encourages study of the roles that photographs play and the structure of picture making, alongside technical skills

Edition details

• Publisher: Focal Press
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0240515927
• ISBN 13: 9780240515922
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 368
• Editor: Fox Anna, Sawdon Smith Richard