Features
- Cover Type: Paperback with 144 pages
- Published by: Amherst Media, Inc. March 1, 2008
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 1584282223
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-1584282228
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Book Dimensions:
10.9 x 8.4 x 0.6 inches
- Weighs: 1.2 pounds
Product Description
Cataloging everything from historic photographic processes to the latest advances in digital technology, this reference contains nearly 5,000 entries explaining the terms and techniques of photography. An ideal sourcebook for anyone with an interest in photography, entries include words associated with shooting techniques, digital imaging terms, specialized photographic subgenres, the science of photography, and notable photographers. Each entry blends ample cross-references with detailed explanations to provide both professional photographers and amateur photo enthusiasts with an essential resource.
About The Author
Barbara A. Lynch-Johnt is a professional writer and editor.
Michelle Perkins is a professional writer, a photographer, and a digital photo retoucher whose work has also appeared in
PC Photo. A technical editor for
Rangefinder magazine, she is the author of numerous digital imaging books, including
Beginner’s Guide to Adobe Photoshop Elements,
Digital Photography 101,
The Practical Guide to Digital Imaging, and
Professional Portrait Lighting. They both live in Buffalo, New York.
Reader ReviewsThis book is an excellent resource for photographers at all skill levels. Comprehensive, easy to understand, and richly illustrated, this photographic dictionary is a must-own for all photographers. Being an avid history buff, I really enjoyed the section on influential photographers over the past two centuries and how they impacted the profession.
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