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Summary: The best book that I have found on this subject.
Review: As an avid fine-art-infrared-landscape photographer I have found Laurie White's book to be the best source if information available on the subject, and I have read just about everything ever written about it. When I found out that she had written a 2nd book I jumped to get it right away. Should I ever write my own book on this subject, her works will be an invalueable source of reference for me.
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Summary: TOO TECHNICAL & MISLEADING
Review: I first bought this book on the recommendation of several other photographers who used it as their primer for infrared photography. I judged the quality of their images, as well as those found in the book, and felt that it was right for me. While the cover photo is the most compelling image in the book, the more mundane shots serve to illustrate the differences between traditional black-and-white photography and infrared photography (primarily with the addition and subtraction of filters). I admit that in my first reading I skipped over some of the charts, but the accompanying text was very helpful.As of this writing (02/13/2001), I am still new to infrared photography. It is, by its nature, a difficult field -- artistically capturing light that you cannot see is a real challenge. However, I have found that using the techniques that she describes, and following her advice, I have found my efforts consistently yielding better images. As such, I do recommend this book, and lots of practice.
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Summary: An Excellent Introduction
Review: I first bought this book on the recommendation of several other photographers who used it as their primer for infrared photography. I judged the quality of their images, as well as those found in the book, and felt that it was right for me. While the cover photo is the most compelling image in the book, the more mundane shots serve to illustrate the differences between traditional black-and-white photography and infrared photography (primarily with the addition and subtraction of filters). I admit that in my first reading I skipped over some of the charts, but the accompanying text was very helpful. As of this writing (02/13/2001), I am still new to infrared photography. It is, by its nature, a difficult field -- artistically capturing light that you cannot see is a real challenge. However, I have found that using the techniques that she describes, and following her advice, I have found my efforts consistently yielding better images. As such, I do recommend this book, and lots of practice.
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Summary: Everything about infrared from zero to top
Review: I found everything I need from the fundamental and physical lessons to the pratical (and simple) manners to shoot with infrared film. Thanks Laurie
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Summary: Only as technical as photography really is.
Review: I found this book practical and detailed. While it does contain a wealth of technical detail, photography is, itself, a technical subject, and this book does not overdo it. There is plenty of clear, practical advice; indeed, one of the first things that the book has you do is load the camera and go out to shoot film. It also contains some information I haven't found in any other source (the color temperature of candlelight? It's there). If you are interested in infrared photography and want to studiously practice the craft, this book is a must-have.
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Summary: finally Laurie White turns on the light
Review: I have bracked my way through $$ rolls and gotten a good photo by accident. Laurie dosen't tell you how to do it. After all who can? ( I've read every book I can find) She tells you the details you need to figure out how to start. I am going out to shoot ghost towns in the desert soon. I have some idea how to get started. I especially liked her pics comparing regular B&W and IR with different filters. I can be bold now.
I thank Laurie
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Summary: 10 out of 10
Review: I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in learning about infrared photography. Infrared is essentially guesswork, and Laurie has the best descriptions of 'why' something happens rather than 'what' happens.
I learned more about film latitude than any other text could teach, from this book.
Excellent work, good solid text, great images, 10 out of 10 for this book.
Stuart.
http://www.model.folios.co
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Summary: Infrared Photography
Review: Infrared Photography Handbook by Laurie White Paperback 108 pages Author/photographer Laurie White has worked exclusively with black and white infrared film for seven years. Her work is sold as fine art and has been featured in exhibits. In the Infrared Photography Handbook, White shares all she has learned about this unusual and fascinating film. If you have never used infrared film before, don't let the technical terms and information shown in this book scare you. White discusses and explains the "Electromagnetic Spectrum," "wavelength," the "Photographic Spectrum," "Spectral Ranges of Film Sensitivity, and the "Infrared Spectrum." Large and clear illustrations show us, and easy to understand language tells us, exactly what the terms mean and why we need to know this information. Key material is repeated in boxes for easy review Even so, this book will take some work and study for most, and may seem daunting to newer photographers. For photographers who have already studied light, however, this book offers a good review of the subject. White has done a thorough and competent job of discussing the physics of light. . White literally takes us by the hand and walks us through our first roll of infrared film. Our first assignment is to shoot a roll of film and take notes of the conditions under which the film was shot, then analyzing our results. Once familiar with the film, White leads us on to "Advanced Theory." The topics light sources and color temperature are reviewed. New terminology is introduced, such as "Black Body," "Spectral Energy Distribution," and "Color Temperature Values." Although technical, charts, graphs and short explanations in bold lettering make the unfamiliar vocabulary less frightening. Section III is far more user friendly and takes us where we are eager to go. "Making the Theory Work For You" talks about capturing specific subjects on your infrared film and the best techniques and equipment with which to do this. The subjects of film differences, lenses, filters, exposure and darkroom work are discussed in detail. White also writes about the basic rules of making a photograph and how--if at all--these elements are affected by infrared film. As I said, this book will take some study and concentration in order to absorb all the complex information. I'm not sure so much detail about the physics of light is necessary, but it can't hurt to have it on hand and it is something that has to be learned and learned well by anyone wishing to be a competent photographer. I give this book a solid **** star rating.
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Summary: Infrared Photography
Review: Infrared Photography Handbook by Laurie White Paperback 108 pages Author/photographer Laurie White has worked exclusively with black and white infrared film for seven years. Her work is sold as fine art and has been featured in exhibits. In the Infrared Photography Handbook, White shares all she has learned about this unusual and fascinating film. If you have never used infrared film before, don't let the technical terms and information shown in this book scare you. White discusses and explains the "Electromagnetic Spectrum," "wavelength," the "Photographic Spectrum," "Spectral Ranges of Film Sensitivity, and the "Infrared Spectrum." Large and clear illustrations show us, and easy to understand language tells us, exactly what the terms mean and why we need to know this information. Key material is repeated in boxes for easy review Even so, this book will take some work and study for most, and may seem daunting to newer photographers. For photographers who have already studied light, however, this book offers a good review of the subject. White has done a thorough and competent job of discussing the physics of light. . White literally takes us by the hand and walks us through our first roll of infrared film. Our first assignment is to shoot a roll of film and take notes of the conditions under which the film was shot, then analyzing our results. Once familiar with the film, White leads us on to "Advanced Theory." The topics light sources and color temperature are reviewed. New terminology is introduced, such as "Black Body," "Spectral Energy Distribution," and "Color Temperature Values." Although technical, charts, graphs and short explanations in bold lettering make the unfamiliar vocabulary less frightening. Section III is far more user friendly and takes us where we are eager to go. "Making the Theory Work For You" talks about capturing specific subjects on your infrared film and the best techniques and equipment with which to do this. The subjects of film differences, lenses, filters, exposure and darkroom work are discussed in detail. White also writes about the basic rules of making a photograph and how--if at all--these elements are affected by infrared film. As I said, this book will take some study and concentration in order to absorb all the complex information. I'm not sure so much detail about the physics of light is necessary, but it can't hurt to have it on hand and it is something that has to be learned and learned well by anyone wishing to be a competent photographer. I give this book a solid **** star rating.
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Summary: Infrared Photography
Review: Infrared Photography Handbook by Laurie White Paperback 108 pages Author/photographer Laurie White has worked exclusively with black and white infrared film for seven years. Her work is sold as fine art and has been featured in exhibits. In the Infrared Photography Handbook, White shares all she has learned about this unusual and fascinating film. If you have never used infrared film before, don't let the technical terms and information shown in this book scare you. White discusses and explains the "Electromagnetic Spectrum," "wavelength," the "Photographic Spectrum," "Spectral Ranges of Film Sensitivity, and the "Infrared Spectrum." Large and clear illustrations show us, and easy to understand language tells us, exactly what the terms mean and why we need to know this information. Key material is repeated in boxes for easy review Even so, this book will take some work and study for most, and may seem daunting to newer photographers. For photographers who have already studied light, however, this book offers a good review of the subject. White has done a thorough and competent job of discussing the physics of light. . White literally takes us by the hand and walks us through our first roll of infrared film. Our first assignment is to shoot a roll of film and take notes of the conditions under which the film was shot, then analyzing our results. Once familiar with the film, White leads us on to "Advanced Theory." The topics light sources and color temperature are reviewed. New terminology is introduced, such as "Black Body," "Spectral Energy Distribution," and "Color Temperature Values." Although technical, charts, graphs and short explanations in bold lettering make the unfamiliar vocabulary less frightening. Section III is far more user friendly and takes us where we are eager to go. "Making the Theory Work For You" talks about capturing specific subjects on your infrared film and the best techniques and equipment with which to do this. The subjects of film differences, lenses, filters, exposure and darkroom work are discussed in detail. White also writes about the basic rules of making a photograph and how--if at all--these elements are affected by infrared film. As I said, this book will take some study and concentration in order to absorb all the complex information. I'm not sure so much detail about the physics of light is necessary, but it can't hurt to have it on hand and it is something that has to be learned and learned well by anyone wishing to be a competent photographer. I give this book a solid **** star rating.
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