Photography (Paperback)

Introduction

Chapter One. Gallery of Photographers
Introduction
An A-Z of Some of the World's Most Influential Photographers

Chapter Two. The Story of Photography
Introduction
The Dawn of Photography (1830-60)
Commanding the Medium (1860-90)
Expanding Horizons (1890-1920)
Awareness and Vision (1920-50)
Innovations and Rebellions (1950-70)
Divergences (1970-90)
Dispersions & Digital Promises (1990-)

Chapter Three. Photographic Tools
Introduction
Film-Using Cameras
Film and Formats
Setting Up a Darkroom
Black-and-White Printing
Digital Cameras
Lenses
Camera Accessories

Chapter Four. Working with Digital Images
Introduction
Setting Up a Digital Workroom
Transferring and Storing Digital Images
Converting Film to Digital
Image Manipulation Software
Controlling Size, Shape, and Brightness
Controlling Colour
Adjusting Sharpness
Filter Effects
Select, Copy, and Paste
Layers and Blends
Printers
Creating the Perfect Print

Chapter Five. Elements of Photography
Introduction
The Art of Composition
Using Colour
Working in Black and White
Working with Light
Controlling Exposure
Using Lenses
Focusing and Depth of Field
Filters and In-Cameraa Effects

Chapter Six. Taking Successful Photographs
Introduction
Portraits
Animals
Events
Documentary
Children
Travel
Landscapes
Plants and Gardens
The Nude
Architecture
Art

Chapter Seven. Taking Photography Further
Introduction
Turning Professional
Commercial Photography
Creating a Portflio
Exhibiting Photographs
Diagnosing Problems

Glossary
Directory
Index
Acknowledgments