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.

Back in print 35 years after it was first published, Jim Stone's classic darkroom manual provides step-by-step instructions for alternative creative darkroom techniques for experimental and manipulated photography. Each technique, presented by a photographer who is an expert in its application, includes how-to illustrations and reproductions of the photographer's work. Perfect for students of darkroom photography, including those interested in experimental photography and alternative processing.

This reissued third edition of A User's Guide to View Camera introduces photographers to large-format cameras, covering their use with both film and digital capture. Readers will learn the anatomy of cameras with a separately adjustable back or front, the proper techniques for using view cameras, and how to take care of large-format cameras-all through straightforward and practical instruction and abundant visual examples. This latest edition features: * Practical approaches to mastering lenses, shutters, accessories, and the ever-important maintenance of your view camera * Tips for both simple operation and advanced control of the camera, including film holders, bellows, and tripods, and film handling and development * A section on digital equipment, offering updates on the nearly 200-year-long history of the view camera

This reissued third edition of A User's Guide to View Camera introduces photographers to large-format cameras, covering their use with both film and digital capture. Readers will learn the anatomy of cameras with a separately adjustable back or front, the proper techniques for using view cameras, and how to take care of large-format cameras-all through straightforward and practical instruction and abundant visual examples. This latest edition features: * Practical approaches to mastering lenses, shutters, accessories, and the ever-important maintenance of your view camera * Tips for both simple operation and advanced control of the camera, including film holders, bellows, and tripods, and film handling and development * A section on digital equipment, offering updates on the nearly 200-year-long history of the view camera

For courses in the fundamentals of digital photography. Explores basic techniques in digital photography Modeled after the widely used A Short Course in Photography: Film and Darkroom, the 4th Edition of A Short Course in Photography: Digital presents the basic techniques of photography in its contemporary, digital form. This brief volume emphasizes the most up-to-date learning techniques, allowing readers to keep up with modern technology and explore artistic choices via in-depth discussion of photographic techniques. In addition to covering the basics of digital photography, this title also covers the impact of computers and software on the art of photography. The 4th Edition includes new contemporary photographs by great artists, information on the latest digital camera technology and software, and integration of workflow applications.

Back in print 35 years after it was first published, Jim Stone's classic darkroom manual provides step-by-step instructions for alternative creative darkroom techniques for experimental and manipulated photography. Each technique, presented by a photographer who is an expert in its application, includes how-to illustrations and reproductions of the photographer's work. Perfect for students of darkroom photography, including those interested in experimental photography and alternative processing.

For introductory and advanced courses in Photography.

The London, Upton, Stone series has helped over 1,000,000 photography students capture their potential. And Photography, 10e is the most comprehensive, up-to-date resource for today's photography students. No other text teaches students the skills they need to use the medium confidently and effectively, while emphasizing both technique, visual awareness, and the latest technologies. This is the text that students will want to keep for years to come.