The Print

I purchased the trilogy of these books, The Camera, The Negative and The Print as I wished to reintroduce myself to the magic of film based photography. Ansel Adams was a formative photographer, he was also methodical, systematic and philosophical. If you enjoy detailed, clear and concise information combined with art then I think you will enjoy his approach. Yes, these books were written before the mass introduction of digital media, but knowing the roots of any subject is bound to produce insights and connections. Photography is about images, emotions and interpretation. You may consider little value in understanding something of different film types, papers and developers, but digital manipulation seeks to replicate these same effects with filters and settings and understanding the origins of the processes involved may enhance your understanding of where we are now. You never know you may even try using film again, you just need to slow down a bit, but that may not be a bad thing for any us, after all photography is about looking, really looking and seeing things others can't see.

It always bemuses me that some people regard photos on film and subsequently printed as in some way more "real" as representations of the world than digital/photoshop images. Adams was the master of darkroom post production and its a real shame that he didn't live to see the digital photography revolution - he'd have loved it. That much is plain from reading this excellent book and while I'm very glad to not have to spend hours in the dark room any more - just in front of a computer - I have huge admiration for Adams and the way he worked If you love his photographs you'll probably like learning how he made then - and made them is right

Great book with lots of interesting tips and hints to help improve my photography.

This book about The Print is an essential manual for anyone who makes black and white prints in a darkroom. It delves into the science and practice of making prints, and discusses some of the artistic choices. It covers all aspects of print-making. However, this is definitely a technical book and might not be to everyone's taste. If you like this you should also buy The Camera and The Negative.

Excellent

Maybe not a very fun reading but necessary to learn from a professional like Adams how to perform in the laboratory. If the negatives are important, the prints are the final goals.

Bought for photography degree at University

I put it in the bin straight away, I did not bother for return, I had to pay £3 for returning, it was awfull.

Excellent for the price I payed.

Surprisingly good picture quality almost as the original edition.

Excelente, uma obra de referência para quem quer conhecer o processo de impressão e a história da fotografia.

go to book for every photoenthusiast

Great book by a great photographer...enjoyed the read, great for anyone into photography...