Examples: The Making of 40 Photographs

"How did you make this photograph?"

This is a question that Ansel Adams was asked repeatedly throughout his lifetime. In Examples: The Making of 40 Photographs, Adams shares the circumstances surrounding the creation of many of his most celebrated images. Each classic photograph is superbly reproduced and accompanied by an entertaining and informative narrative that combines his own reminiscences of people and places with a precise recall of technical details and aesthetic considerations.

Readers will be fascinated by the personal side of the text, which includes a great deal of history and anecdotes, including appearances by Alfred Stieglitz, Georgia O'Keeffe, Edward Weston, and other notable figures such as Edwin Land of Polaroid. Pondering these essays conjures the sense of standing by Adams’ side during some of the most pivotal and profound creative moments of his life in photography—a master class with the legendary artist.

Furthermore, specific technical information on camera and lens, filters, exposure times, developing, and printing provided in each example illustrates his approach and methods and will help amateurs and professionals alike to advance their photography. Through this case study approach, Adams’ philosophy of craft and creativity unfolds; his credos of visualization, image management, and the Zone System are demonstrated; and the colorful story of a lifetime devoted to photography is revealed.

Why do readers love it?

• A personal account that helps you improve your own photography skills!
• Illustrated with incredible black-and-white images!
• Entertaining and informative!

Details:

Author: Ansel Adams

Date Published: May 30, 1989

Number of Pages: 180

Binding: Paperback

Dimensions: 9.13 x 0.75 x 10.5 inches