Il nuovo manuale di fotografia
Tecnica e idee per la fotografia creativa
John Hedgecoe è stato un fotografo e autore britannico che ha plasmato significativamente il mondo della fotografia. Il suo lavoro, in particolare il ritratto della Regina presente sui francobolli britannici, è tra le immagini più riprodotte a livello globale. Ha fondato e diretto il dipartimento di fotografia al Royal College of Art, diventando professore e un influente educatore. Le sue influenti fotografie fanno parte delle collezioni permanenti di istituzioni come il Museum of Modern Art di New York e la National Portrait Gallery di Londra.







Tecnica e idee per la fotografia creativa
Still life o sport, ritratto o astratto: qualunque sia il soggetto, scoprite come comporre e scattare fotografie digitali incredibli seguendo i preziosi consigli dell'esperto John Hedgecoe.
A unique behind-the-scenes approach to show how a world-famous photographer works on location and in his studio. Whether landscapes, portraits, architecture, still-life or action shots, each photo's set-up diagram shows the location and where the lights, reflectors and other equipment were placed to take the finished picture. Comparative photographs show how changes of angle, lighting or composition will give dramatically different results.
A guide to the basics of photography covers such topics as composition, film, digital effects, exposure, lighting, lenses, and using a flash.
A lavish pictorial survey of the eleven most spectacular historic sites in England, featuring 200 color images by renowned photographer John Hedgecoe. From the ancient world of Stonehenge and Hadrian's Wall to the glory and grandeur of Blenheim Palace, from prehistory to the Industrial Revolution, here are England's greatest historical sites. Celebrated photographer John Hedgecoe takes us to places steeped in history, among them Bath, Canterbury, the Tower of London, and Westminster. Accompanying the 200 color photographs, David Souden's engaging text reveals each site's story and historical significance. John Hedgecoe is Professor Emeritus at the Royal College of Art in London. He previous books include The Spirit of the Garden and the award-winning Henry Moore; his series on practical photography have become standard works. 96 pp 8 1/2 x 11 200 color photos
Delivers exactly what amateurs are looking technical information; examples of hundreds of full-color photos; and 70 practical assignments. "An excellent way of teaching the technical aspects of photography through hands-on exercises. A first-rate addition to all collections. Likely to be in heavy demand. Highly practical purchase for all libraries."— LJ. "Hedgecoe has revolutionized photo books....Highly recommended."— Popular Photography . 224 pages (all in color), 6 5/8 X 10 1/4.
An updated edition with hundreds of new photographs, information on the latest equipment, and projects reflecting today's interests. Practical guidance is given on using today's cameras and processing and printing photographs.