LOOKING AT PHOTOGRAPHS by Gordon Baldwin, Martin Jurgens ( 9780892369713 )

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Title:

LOOKING AT PHOTOGRAPHS
A GUIDE TO TECHNICAL TERMS

By:

Gordon Baldwin, Martin Jurgens

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Paperback

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089236971X

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9780892369713

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Publisher:

GETTY TRUST PUBLICATIONS

Pub. date:

19 November, 2009

Edition:

Revised edition

Pages:

104

Description:

From its origins at the end of the 1830s, photography has evolved both aesthetically and technologically. This guide explains the technical terms used in photography, and offers an account of the dramatic rise of digital photography. It is suitable for those wishing to increase their understanding and enjoyment of the art of photography.

Synopsis:

This is a comprehensive guide to the most frequently used technical terms used in photography - from the earliest processes to the latest technologies. From its origins at the end of the 1830s, photography has continued to evolve both aesthetically and technologically. Fully revised and updated to take account of the dramatic rise of digital photography in the last decade, "Looking at Photographs" presents readers with a comprehensive guide to the technical terms used in photography, from the earliest processes to the latest technology. At once a rich and informative lexicon and history of the medium, this fully illustrated guide will be invaluable to all those wishing to increase their understanding and enjoyment of the art of photography.

Illustrations:

61 colour & 23 b&w illustrations

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Imprint:

J. Paul Getty Museum

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