Basics Photography, Working in Black & White

It's a black-and-white world with Basics Photography: Working in Black & White. This final title in the successful Basics Photography series covers all aspects of black-and-white photography in both film and digital formats. Ever wonder how colors become grayscale tones? Read this book, and understand. Understand, too, how photographers can learn to “see” in black and white, how to explore the great themes of black-and-white photography, and how to develop a mastery of black-and-white technique. Clear diagrams, inspiring examples, and dozens of useful hints and tips make this book a practical guide to a great art form.

David Prakel has taught photography at all levels, in schools, in universities, and at the Kodak Imaging Training Center. He runs photographic training workshops in Northumberland, UK, where he lives.