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author: axel hausberg / anton simons publisher: DOM publishers year: 2012 size: 288 pages, 22.5 x 28 cm
ISBN: 978-3-86922-194-6
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content this manual on architecture photography gives an in-depth look into all the issues surrounding the art of graphic documentation, from how to technically use equipment to tips on how to succeed as a professional in this field. this dense volume comprised of eleven valuable chapters provides a source of education and reference for the practicing photographer, with a historical background of photography, technical vocabulary and techniques (defined in a convenient glossary), equipment and accessories, an explanation of design composition, a variety of post-processing techniques and how to manipulate them on your photo-editing software, color management, rendering, and invaluable tips on the business aspects.
complete with images, charts, tables, diagrams and examples supported by a very clear and understandable text, no questions are left un-asnwered. a series of indexes at the back of the book are useful to quickly revisit vocabulary or look-up technical processes or methods. is it for me? for anyone interested in architectural photography, because they love cameras and buildings, because they want to document their work better, because they want to make a living from it, should without a doubt own a copy of this book. with so many tips and tricks explaining the complete photographing process from snapping the photo to producing the final print, it would be difficult to find another well rounded and graphically user-friendly source of information.
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