Photography and the Art of Seeing (Photography S.) - Softcover

Patterson, Freeman

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1550130994 ISBN 13: 9781550130997

Publisher: Key Porter Books Ltd, 1999

Synopsis

Now revised, the second book in Freeman Patterson's classic photography series familiarizes readers with the traditional principles of composition and visual design. Patterson provides technique and exercises for breaking with traditional concepts of design, enabling the photographer to develop a keen sense of awareness of subject matter and a personal direction.

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Review:

Jargon-free text provides techniques and innovative exercises for breaking with traditional concepts of design... Valuable technical information and personal commentary.--Ginette Lapointed"PhotoNews" (12/01/2011)

Patterson gives guidelines to help photographers improve their visual thinking and develop their imaginations, emphasizing what he calls "good seeing." ...Patterson gives personal examples from his experiences, along with exercises on learning how to observe... He also covers effective expression, abstract thinking and principles of visual design. For anyone wanting to move away from some tired visual habits, the exercises and topics of this book should encourage experimentation and a new way of observing.--Jenny Montgomery"Photo News" (05/01/2012)

Updated and expanded to include technical guidelines adapted for both digital and film photographers. The jargon-free text provides techniques and innovative exercises for breaking with traditional concepts of design, enabling the photographer to develop a keen awareness of subject matter and a direction for composing the picture. It also offers a workshop for all visual artists that includes lesson on the fundamental of perception and overcoming obstacles in their work. This edition features several never-before-published photographs...and extended captions that include valuable technical information and personal commentary.--Ginette Lapointed"PhotoNews" (12/01/2011)

This is the newest edition of a classic, showcasing superb color shots, offering lucid explanations of how to get the best photo by seeing well, all with a hope to help you capture and produce an effective expression. This is a fully re-done version, beautifully designed, on the glories of the craft of photography and how to combine technical excellence with passion and art. Very useful.--Byron Borger"Hearts and Minds Books" (12/16/2011)

About the Author:

Freeman Patterson began to work in photography in 1965. He co-founded the Namaqualand Photographic Workshops in southern Africa and has given numerous workshops in the United States, Israel, England, New Zealand, and Australia. He has published eleven books and has written for many national magazines. In 2001, Patterson received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the North American Nature Photography Association.

About this edition

• Publisher: Key Porter Books Ltd
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 1550130994
• ISBN 13: 9781550130997
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 156