The logical, three-part organization -- based on the authors' 20+ years of teaching experience -- progresses from the most basic aspects of black-and-white photography through coverage of Zone System and other advanced techniques. All-new chapters on manipulative printing techniques and digital photographic technology ensure that readers are exposed to state-of-the-art techniques while en route to becoming skilled photographers.
-- All-new chapters on manipulative printing and digital photography introduce novices to the latest black-and-white photography techniques.
-- A success-proven, "learn by seeing" approach features easy-to-understand diagrams, plus examples of some of the world's best black-and-white photographs.
-- Guidance in developing a portfolio and exhibiting work successfully enables readers to put their new photography skills to immediate use.
-- Comprehensive coverage -- from the most basic aspects of cameras, lenses, and film processing to advanced printing techniques, large format photography, and the Zone System -- make this book an ideal how-to and reference manual.