The new third edition of this classic instructional text provides up-to-date information on materials and equipment for the beginning photographer. The book incorporates all-new illustrations and example photographs and adds more than 35 full-page portfolio photographs by accomplished professional and fine-art photographers.

Black and White Photography is suitable for nearly all introductory courses in photography. It combines thorough coverage of the basic information with simple, lucid writing. Topics covered in Black-and-White Photography include: how photographic materials work; camera basics; the lens, focus and depth of field; the shutter and controlling movement; exposure and metering; film development; traditional and digital printing; print finishing; camera accessories; and simple creative darkroom techniques.