Exploring Basic Black & White Photography (Design Exploration Series) [Paperback]

Joy McKenzie (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 5, 2003 | ISBN-10: 1401815561 | ISBN-13: 978-1401815561 | Edition: 1

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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About the Author

Joy McKenzie is the Director and a Professor of the Department of Photography at Watkins College of Art & Design. She is also a member of the Society for Photographic Education (SPE), and is a member and former Board Member of the Visual Artists Alliance of Nashville (VAAN).

Product Details

• Paperback: 228 pages
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 1 edition (November 5, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401815561
• ISBN-13: 978-1401815561
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 8.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #988,935 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars General Photography Book, August 24, 2007

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This review is from: Exploring Basic Black & White Photography (Design Exploration Series) (Paperback)

This book is ok. I am a beginning photographer looking to get back in the swing of things. I t has been quite some time since I last photographed, but had a brief background. This book- is basically for someone that has no knowledge about photography at all. The book explains the basics of the history of photography and functions of the camera...all in all- the book is just ok. Very little talk about HOW to take black and white photos/ balance- moreless photos/ negatives/ and developing in general. Nothing about DSLR's.... JUST OK.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exploring Basic Black & White Photography, September 24, 2005

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This review is from: Exploring Basic Black & White Photography (Design Exploration Series) (Paperback)

This is an excellent book, whether you are shooting black & white or color. It covers camera & lens basics as well as posing, exposure, lighting, development, printing, breaking the rules, & more. It would work well for high school or adults. Our college class finds it easily understandable - the many photos show you exactly what is being discussed. It is far better than some of the more expensive books out there!