Photographic Possibilities

The Expressive Use of Ideas, Materials and Processes

Robert Hirsch, John Valentino

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Although this edition (2nd edition, 2001) feels a little dated with a large portion of the images in black and white and school book layout, it does cover a wide range of photographic materials and discusses the possibilities of using different techniques. It also branches out to different film, paper and toners. Not a book to be read cover to cover, but indeed a well researched reference book to keep.
Recommended for the experienced photographer.

Book Description from the publisher

New chapter on digital imaging. Features artwork for almost 100 top photographers. Explains key techniques such as Cyanotype, Polaroid transfers, and Photo WeavingHow to use the web as a medium and exhibition spaceLists sources for photographic supplies and covers how to search for them on the Internet Photographic Possibilities, Second Edition continues to provide a reliable source of techniques and ideas for the use of alternative and contemporary photographic processes that photographers have come to depend on. Professional photographers and advanced students seeking to increase their skills will discover modern and classic methods of creating and manipulating images. This practical guide integrates technical methods with the aesthetic outcome. It offers readers clear, step-by-step instructions on historic and on contemporary processes that integrate both the technical information and the aesthetic inspiration needed to create outstanding photographs.
This new expanded edition concisely covers the most significant new products, processes, and issues that have effected the practice during the past decade. Two new chapters are exclusively devoted to digital photography, covering the history of digital imaging as well as the latest techniques and practices. Also included is an in-depth discussion on the copyright, which deals with the ethical and conceptual issues surrounding digital imaging that are rapidly changing the world of photography.

Synopsis

Covering such topics as safety, preparing formulas, special cameras and equipment, photographic concepts, and photography and computers, this book provides practical and updated information on different photographic methods. The author assumes an understanding of the basics of photography.

• Paperback - 272 pages (30 May, 2001)
• Focal Press; ISBN: 0240803620