The Visual Dictionary of Photography (Visual Dictionaries)

The Visual Dictionary of Photography provides clear definitions of key terms and concepts, backed up by hundreds of illustrative examples. Covering practical terms, it deals with the terminology of both digital and traditional photography. David Präkel has produced an invaluable resource for anyone interested in photography, lens-based media and related visual arts. This book serves not only to explain terms and words but also acts as a source of inspiration, encouraging exploration through understanding.Over 250 terms are explained and contextualised, with concise definitions accompanied by illustrations and examples taken from historical and contemporary photography.The dictionary covers analogue terms still in current usage as well as modern digital terminology such as Raw format and High dynamic range. It also defines a wide variety of practical terms, including ISO speed, Backlighting and Noise, as well as conceptual terms and photographic styles, ranging from Photojournalism to Distortion. "This book is a guide to the many and varied terms used frequently within photography. From Acutance to Zoom Lens and Albumen Print to Vignetting, this book will prove to be an invaluable resource to anyone interested in photography. Each term is explained and contextualised, giving the reader a greater understanding of photographic terminology. More than 250 common photographic terms are distilled and illustrated. From practical terms such as Autofocus, Backlighting and Composition to movements and techniques such as Pictorialism, the Sabbatier Effect and Tone Mapping, this book contains both modern terminology and the traditional terms still in current usage."--Cover

The Visual Dictionary of Photography provides clear definitions of key terms and concepts, backed up by hundreds of illustrative examples. Covering practical terms such as Lens Hood and Sheet Film as well as movements and styles such as Pictorialism and the Photosecession, it deals with the terminology of both digital and traditional photography.

Gives an understanding of over 750 key terms commonly used within architecture, interior design and photography. This set is presented in an arlin-covered slipcase and each title is supplemented by compelling and exciting illustrations throughout. From 'fresco' to 'frieze', 'photogram' to 'perspective', this set is a fun and useful resource.