This established; detailed beginners guide is the perfect choice if youre looking to develop your knowledge and skills; and take your photography to the next level. This authoritative classic by leading photography writer and lecturer Michael Langford has been refreshed and revised by best-selling photography author Philip Andrews for todays photographers. Strongly focused on digital; but with key references to traditional photography where relevant; offer a full grounding in the topic. Langfords Starting Photography is an ideal technical introduction.All the core basics are included; from how to select and compose a good picture to how different cameras operate and how to decipher their controls. Different subjects are explored; with advice on how to tackle people; places; animals; landscapes and close-ups; and valuable guidance on presenting and assessing finished work.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very informativeBy GabboneThis is a history lesson for me. I grew up in Chicago didnt realize all of thewonderfully beautiful skyscrapers that existed. too bad Chicago is so quick totear down some of these wonderful structures.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. gorgeous and fascinatingBy Konrad BaumeisterLovers of Chicagos magnificent architecture will very much enjoy this unique little book. It is essentially comprised of a series of photographs (most of them from vintage postcards) of various architectural gems and highlights from Chicagos downtown. especially the Loop. which were erected between about 1866 to the mid 1930s. and many of which either no longer exist or have been significantly altered over the years. It is a look back into history.The book is organized by area of town. i.e. Michigan Ave.. Wabash Ave.. State St.. Dearborn St.. Clark St.. La Salle St.. and along the river and North Michigan St. Each chapter opens with a street layout. with a key to each important building in the area. whether or not it is in the photographs. The photos/postcards follow. each identifying buildings. significant details. alterations. occasionally interior photos. and once in a while even text of the postcard on the back. The presentation is well thought out and thoroughly engrossing.I am very glad I bought this book. I thumb through it often. If you are a fan of Chicagos architectural heritage. you ought to have a copy.
