by Barbara London, Jim Stone
For courses in the fundamentals of photography.
Explores the fundamentals of photography
A
Short Course in Photography: Film and Darkroom, 10th Edition introduces
readers to the fundamentals of photography including black-and-white,
color, and digital. Topics covered include equipment, accessories, the
exposure and development of film, and the making and finishing of
prints. The authors also offer advice on how to select the shutter
speed, point of view, or other elements that can make the difference
between an ordinary snapshot and an exciting photograph. All aspects of
photography are clearly explained, with every pair of pages covering a
complete topic, along with accompanying illustrations, diagrams, and
photos.
In addition to learning the
basics of photography, readers will also be exposed to photographs by
great photographers and artists, including Deborah Willis, Roe
Ethridge, and Gordon Parks. The 10th Edition includes new artistic
examples by contemporary artists, technological updates, and discussion
of the latest digital applications.