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Another Photography Book
Thomas Payne · LibreTexts
In the contents: 4.01: 4PH SOCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY · 11: History of Photography · 12.01: 12PH THE DEATH OF PHOTOGRAPHY
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Digital Photography Basics
Politzer · CK12
In the contents: 1.01: Digital Photography Basics Course Introduction · 07: Digital Photography Portfolio · 7.02: Build Your Digital Photography Portfolio
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Basic Photography Using a Digital Camera
Jongpil Cheon · Texas Tech University
The courses are designed teach the basics of good photography and to take advantage of the leaps in technology that have put some amazing digital imaging within reach of darn near everyone. In addition to learning traditional photographic techniques like effective use of shutter speed and how to work with depth of field, you’ll also learn to work using Photoshop as a “darkroom” to create digital photos that reflect classic photographic values.
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Fundamentals of Photography and Creative Practice
Jessica Labatte and Larissa Garcia · Northern Illinois University
In the contents: 1.01: A Brief History of Early Photography · 02: Photography as Documentary
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Fotografía: Light, Science, and the History of Photography
James William Moore · Gavilan College
Fotographía: Light, Science, and the History of Photography traces the evolution of photography from its scientific origins to its role in today's digital and networked world. Combining historical context, visual analysis, and cultural interpretation, the text examines how photography has shaped—and been shaped by—art, science, technology, politics, journalism, identity, and everyday life.
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Learning Digital Photography
Eric Demattos · North Idaho College · 2024
This textbook is designed to guide you through the essential skills and techniques needed to become a proficient photographer. Over the course of this book, you will learn how to: Understand Your Camera: Get to know the functions and features of your camera, from basic DSLR models to advanced DSLRs and mirrorless systems. Control Exposure: Learn how to use aperture, shutter speed, and ISO to achieve the perfect exposure in any lighting condition. Harness Light: Explore the different qualities of natural and artificial light, and how to manipulate them to enhance your photographs. Master Composition: Discover the rules and guidelines that can help you create visually compelling images, including the rule of thirds, leading lines, and symmetry. Color Theory: Understand some of the basic color relationships and how to use them effectively in your images. Thinking Creatively: Exercise the creative side of your brain to see the world in a new way and develop creative ways to make your vision into pictures. Develop Your Style: Find your unique photographic voice by experimenting with different genres, from landscape and portrait photography to macro and street photography.
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Atlas of Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
LibreTexts
The Atlas of Comparative Anatomy began as a class project at SUNY Oneonta in 2017 because of the lack of a comprehensive freely-accessible photographic atlas. The majority of entries in this atlas were produced by students including dissection, photography, and identification. It is a work in progress, but we hope that students of anatomy find this a useful tool for studying anatomy outside of the lab.
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SmartHistory of Art XIb - North America 1500 to 1900
Smarthistory · Smarthistory
In the contents: 4.08: Photography
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A World Perspective of Art Appreciation
Deborah Gustlin & Zoe Gustlin · Evergreen Valley College
In the contents: 11.10: Photography (Since 1826) · 13.4: Photography
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A World Perspective of Art Appreciation
Deborah Gustlin & Zoe Gustlin · Evergreen Valley College
In the contents: 11.10: Photography (Since 1826) · 13.04: Photography
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Introduction to Art
Laura Kramer · Palo Verde College
In the contents: 11.10: Photography (Since 1826) · 13.04: Photography
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The Introduction to the Forensic Sciences
David Doglietto · Hartnell College
In the contents: 06: Forensic Photography · 6.03: PHOTOGRAPHY · 6.04: CRIME SCENE PHOTOGRAPHY
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Graphic Design and Print Production Fundamentals
Graphic Communications Open Textbook Collective · BCCampus
In the contents: 6.03: Electrophotography
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A World Perspective of Art Appreciation (Gustlin and Gustlin) 2.0
Deborah Gustlin and Zoe Gustlin · Evergreen Valley College
In the contents: 11.10: Photography (Since 1826) · 13.04: Photography
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World Mythology
Susan Stafinbil · Arapahoe Community College
In the contents: 13.8.03: Early photography
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Reporting and Writing with the Audience in Mind
John Kroll · Kent State University
In the contents: 15: Photography Essentials · 15.01: Photography
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SmartHistory of Art IXa- Modernisms 1900 to ~1945
Smarthistory · Smarthistory
In the contents: 1.01: An Introduction to photography in the early 20th century · 4.13: Photography · 7.2.1.08: Surrealist Photography
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Humanities DEI-SJ OER
Erica McCormack & Jack Lindsay · City Colleges of Chicago
In the contents: 20: Reading Photographs - Truth Lies and Power Dynamics in Historical Photography · 20.03: Truth Lies and Power Dynamics in Historical Photography - Introduction to Chapter Readings and Videos · 20.04: Truth Lies and Power Dynamics in Historical Photography - Classroom Activity
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Introduction to Anthropology
OpenStax · LibreTexts
In the contents: 15.05: Photography Representation and Memory
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SmartHistory of Art IXb- Modernism 1945 to 1980
Smarthistory · Smarthistory
In the contents: 1.08: Photography · 2.11: Photography · 3.05: Photography