The art of photographic lighting / Eib Eibelshaeuser.
Imprint
Santa Barbara, CA : Rocky Nook ; Sebastopol, CA : Distributed by O'Reilly Media, 2011
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Female Library
TR590 E3813 2011
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Description
330 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 26 cm.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. [322-325]) and index.
Summary
"It is essential that every photographer who is serious about their craft have a firm understanding of the properties of light, because light is more than just illumination. In this book you will learn how light and shadow can be used to compose photographs. Example images and diagrams illustrate lighting concepts and demonstrate how different sources of light affect a subject. Photographers of all levels are bound to improve their skills and cultivate a new appreciation for light design as they discover how to successfully use a variety of lighting tools. Topics include: - Use of light in classic paintings - Perception and design principles - Light sources and shadow design - Directional lighting - Lighting design principles - History of photographic lighting design - Post-exposure techniques"-- Provided by publisher
