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New Photo Series 1: Camera

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New Photo Series 1: Camera by Ansel Adams provides an insightful look into the art of photography, focusing on the technical aspects and creative processes behind capturing stunning images. This book combines technical guidance on camera usage with Adams' philosophical approach to photography, making it an inspiring read for both beginners and seasoned photographers interested in refining their craft.
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If you have a passion for photography and appreciate the detailed craft of capturing images, this book might offer inspiring insights from a master photographer. It delves into the nuances of camera techniques and artistic expression, perfect for both budding and experienced photographers looking to deepen their understanding and appreciation of photographic art.

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For the first time, the classic and highly-influential Ansel Adams technical books are available in reasonably-priced paperback editions.

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This is an attractively priced photography classic made accessible to a wider, new audience. It covers everything from "seeing" the finished photo in advance to lens choices.

It is illustrated with many of Ansel Adams' most famous images.

New Photo Series 1: Camera is perfect for both beginners and seasoned photographers aiming to enhance their skills.

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  • New Photo Series 1: Camera
    This is an attractively priced photography classic made accessible to a wider, new audience. It covers everything from "seeing" the finished photo in advance to lens choices. It is illustrated with many of Ansel Adams' most famous images. New Photo Series 1: Camera is perfect for both beginners and seasoned photographers aiming to enhance their skills.
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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780821221846

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 July 1995

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown and Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 632g

Pages: 224

About the Author

Photographer, conservationist; born in San Francisco. A commercial photographer for 30 years, he made visionary photos of western landscapes that were inspired by a boyhood trip to Yosemite. He won three Guggenheim grants to photograph the national parks (1944--58).

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