Photography: Art and Technique by Blaker, Alfred A - 1980

W.H. Freeman, 1980. Paperback. First edition, first printing. Very Good+ paperback with light overall wear and a discreet name and date on the first page at the spine. BOOKS SHIP THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY, WRAPPED IN PADDING, IN A BOX. "This text offers detailed technical information on all aspects of photography and discusses the considerations which combine to create well conceived and technically accomplished photographs. Examples from the work of over 100 photographers-- such as Aaron Siskind, Mary Ellen Mark, Diane Arbus, Ansel Adams, etc.--are featured and diagrams complement an explanation of such areas as photomacography, filters, view cameras, alternative printing methods, lighting, exposure, optics and composition. Alfred A. Blaker was Technical Editor and a regular columnist at "Darkroom Photography", where he was responsible for the technical accuracy of the magazine's content." 460 pages; b&w and color photos throughout; 8.25 x 9.25 inches.