A PRIMER ON Basic Film Photography

 

This section is designed for students who need a brief review of basic photography to better understand some of the terms and concepts used throughout this book. In general, this chapter is a summary of those principles and techniques that relate to film exposure and development. Because the primer is intended to serve only as an aid to learning the Zone System, many important subjects aren't covered in detail. For a more comprehensive text on basic photography, I recommend the following books:

  1. Photography, London and Upton, Prentice Hall
  2. Basic Photography, M. J. Langford, Focal Press
  3. The Ansel Adams Photography Series, Bulfinch Press

Unfortunately, photography is notorious for being complicated and ...

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