The technical information is clear and concise, starting with deisinging and euqipping a darkroom and continues through making the first print, ending with all sorts of professional tips and tricks for achieving that special image.
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Ansel Adams (1902-1984) was one of the great artists and environmentalists of the twentieth century. In a remarkable career spanning more than sixty years, he made over 40,000 photographs. Adams was a master teacher as well as a master photographer, believing that his approach to photography was universally applicable. From 1955 until 1984 he conducted annual photography workshops, first in Yosemite and later in Carmel. But his most important and lasting contribution to the artistic, practical, and technical aspects of black-and-white photography was through his legendary technical series (revised several times since the initial publication in the early 1950s): The Camera, The Negative, and The Print.
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Ansel Adams (1902 - 1984) was the most honored American photographer of the twentieth century. Through his exhibitions and publication of his work, his writings, and his leadership in the Sierra Club, Adams was also a prescient and highly effective voice in the fight to preserve America's remaining wilderness.
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38 of 44 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Despite the heavy emphasis on chemical and paper, this book's essentially about cropping, contrast control, and presentation. These are the core topics you'll need to master even if you only do digital photos. All the better if you use PhotoShop, because it recreates the controls (like burning and dodging) of a darkroom.
One thing that may be disappointing is the focus on black and white. Color control is crucial in making color prints and intimately tied with contrast.
The three books in this series can be read independently, but together provide a complete clinic from positioning the camera to displaying a final print.
33 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Stop using this from the library... Just buy it and get it over with!!
Ansel's fantastic images and stories combine with his technical discussions to provide the perfect insight into how to become the necessary craftsman. His uncompromising approach into printmaking and photography are clear and simple examples that any novice should at least start with. There are other books out there - but no better start than this. Enjoyable and instructive at the same time!
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The book is excellent. Although these techniques are not widely applied today, with appropriate experience and thinking this knowledge can be applied and transferred to modern software like Adobe Photoshop. It can help relate modern and classic photography printing processes (traditional vs computerized).
One little remark would be for the publisher. The paper the book is printed is gloss with quite a high reflectance index. This results in making reading the book at certain angles quite impossible for your eyes.
One little remark would be for the publisher. The paper the book is printed is gloss with quite a high reflectance index. This results in making reading the book at certain angles quite impossible for your eyes.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Picture this!
A comprehensive collection of Ansel Adams prints,Black & White things that bring color into your life. Read more
Published 2 months ago by BSPAERO
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must have
This Classic Trilogy of the great master Ansel Adams is a must have if you are involved in photography.
Exellent !!
Exellent !!
Published 2 months ago by Francisco Sergio C. Barros Leal
5.0 out of 5 stars
PERFECT.
JUST PERFECT. INMEJORABLE LA CALIDAD Y PRESENTACIÓN DE LOS ARTICULOS QUE LLEGARON A CASA. GRACAS POR EL SERVICIO Y POR ENTREGAR PRODUCTOS DE CALIDAD.
Published 3 months ago by CESAR A. SANTOS NOVA.
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Reliable Guide and Still Current.
An excellent book with an depth summary of what one needs to know if you work in a darkroom. Ansell's writing is clear and precise and this book is a gem.
Published 3 months ago by Bruce Hart
5.0 out of 5 stars
the print
Things become clear by reading in a book how to use it! This is such a book to accompaign the normal photolessons on school-level
Published 4 months ago by TJEN
5.0 out of 5 stars
An excellent completion of the series!
Following my purchase and delight at the thorough masterpieces that were The Camera and The Negative, I knew that I just had to finish the series. Read more
Published 13 months ago by DOBrien
5.0 out of 5 stars
best exploration book
I have all three books and i believe that they are the best exploration books i have read till now. a lot of detailed information for people that want to know about the practical... Read more
Published 14 months ago by nick petof
5.0 out of 5 stars
A classic for every photographer
When I was a teenager Mr. Adams was kind enough to be a penpal with me, a novice. He, his works and books will always be a welcome addition to my library.
Published 14 months ago by csmith8354
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent reading
If you are serious about understanding what goes into the making of an excellent photograph then this book is a must have. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Bruce Ellingwood
5.0 out of 5 stars
The best photography books on the market!!
This is the third and final book in Ansel Adams photography series. I really cant stress enough the importance of reading all 3 of these books and reading them in their proper... Read more
Published on October 17, 2009 by OrangeCrush
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