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Santa Barbara, CA—January 19, 2012—Over the last few years, most books on photography have been focused on the new breed of cameras and how to master the digital imaging workflow. In The Art of Black and White Photography, 2nd Edition (Rocky Nook, $44.95 USD), author/photographer Torsten Andreas Hoffmann takes a different approach, focusing on image composition and image capture, with an emphasis on the creative aspects of black-and-white photography rather than on the digital workflow.
After introducing the ground rules of composition, Hoffmann illustrates their
applications with his own stunning black-and-white images that cover various
photographic genres including architecture, street photography, portraiture, and
surreal photography. Also discussed are the elements of a "photographic language," which distinguishes creative photography from random shooting. Finally, you will learn valuable post-processing techniques, mostly using Photoshop, as Hoffmann emphasizes the functions necessary for creating outstanding black-and-white images.
This second edition has been updated to include Photoshop CS5; as well as featuring brand new images, new content, and a revised layout.
For a review copy or more information please email rockynookpr@oreilly.com. Please include your delivery address and contact information.
Additional Resources
For more information about the book, including table of contents, author bios, and cover graphic, see: http://shop.oreilly.com/product/9781933952963.do
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The Art of Black and White Photography, 2nd Edition Publisher: Rocky Nook By Torsten Andreas Hoffmann Print ISBN: 9781933952963 Pages: 264 Print Price: $44.95 order@oreilly.com 1-800-998-9938 1-707-827-7000 |
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