Photography

Basics Photography: Capturing Colour

Phil Malpas

Basics Photography: Capturing Colour gives students a comprehensive introduction to the subject of colour and how to master its use in the process of photographic image-making. The topics discussed range from basic colour theory to the colour temperature of light and how to use colour to maximize the impact of compositions.

A full and intimate understanding of colour is vital to the creation of dramatic, emotive and powerful photographic images. The way we choose to use colour will greatly influence the success of our image making.

The book is fully illustrated with clear and concise diagrams, inspirational photographs and is packed with hints and tips to help readers develop a mastery of colour.

Key features

• Comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of colour photography.
• Includes practical student exercises and case studies taken from historical and contemporary photography.
• Presented in a visually stimulating style, designed to appeal to students of the visual arts.

Readership: Intermediate

• Our Basics books provide readers with an in-depth exploration of each of the topics introduced in the Fundamentals titles. These books offer both a theoretical and practical approach, supported by examples and exercises.
• Individual titles can form the basis of specific modules, while the series as a whole functions as a comprehensive reference tool and can be called upon at any stage of a student’s education.

Very well written and straightforward. Material explaining color theory is quite approachable.

Brian Atkinson, Brigham Young University, USA

978 2 940373 06 2

$29.95 srp

176 pages
200 colour images
230mm x 160mm
Paperback with flaps

Autumn 2007