Photography

Basics Photography: Exposure

David Präkel

Basics Photography: Exposure is a comprehensive guide to the theory of exposure, explaining the fundamental relationship between the photographic image and the effects of light intensity and duration.

It describes the use of lens aperture and depth of field in relation to exposure and also outlines the principles of in-camera and hand-held light meters: their strengths, limitations and correct use in a wide variety of lighting situations. Compelling examples taken from contemporary photography are used to support the book’s account of exposure theory.

Basics Photography: Exposure is a detailed guide to using exposure for expressive purposes, making it an invaluable reference tool to all students of photography.

Key features

• A comprehensive guide to the use of exposure in 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.

978 2 940411 05 4

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

Autumn 2009