Pinhole Photography : From Historic Technique to Digital Application

by Renner; Eric

• ISBN13: 9780240810478
• ISBN10: 0240810473
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781136095337
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780240805733
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-10-27
• Publisher: ROUTLEDGE
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Summary

A respected guide for creatives, artists and photographers alike, Pinhole Photography is packed with all the information you need to understand and get underway with this wonderfully quirky, creative technique. Covering pinhole photography from its historical roots, pinhole expert Eric Renner, founder of pinholeresource.com, fully explores the theory and practical application of pinhole in this beautiful resource. Packed with inspiring images, instructional tips and information on a variety of pinhole cameras for beginner and advanced photographers, this classic text now offers a new chapter on digital imaging and more in depth how-to coverage for beginners, as well as revised exposure guides and optimal pinhole charts. With an expanded gallery of full-color photographs displaying the creative results of pinhole cameras, along with listings of workshops, pinhole photographer's websites, pinhole books and suppliers of pinhole equipment, this is the one guide you need to learn the craft and navigate the industry. * Discover the history, theory and practical application of pinhole photography in this unique guide by worldwide pinhole expert, Eric Renner * Packed with large, full-color photographs showcasing the most original and imaginative ways to use pinhole photography, including digital application of pinhole techniques * Includes extensive resource section with reliable information on pinhole suppliers, websites, books and workshops that no pinhole photographer can do without

Table of Contents

Pinhole's History in the Exploration of Science and Ideology

Pinhole's History in the Exploration of Art

Pinhole's Revival

The Body as Camera, The Room as Camera Obscura

The Basic How-To of Pinhole Photography

The Advanced How-To of Pinhole Photography

Alternative Apertures: Zone Plates and Slits

Digital Imaging with Pinholes, Zone Plates and Alternatives

The Changing Pinhole Image

Resources

Index

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