Publisher's Synopsis
The Skylight And The Dark Room: A Complete Textbook On Portrait Photography is a comprehensive guidebook written by Elbert Anderson and first published in 1872. The book is designed to provide readers with a complete understanding of portrait photography, from the basics to advanced techniques. The book covers a range of topics, including the history of portrait photography, the equipment needed to take quality portraits, and the different types of lighting that can be used to create different moods and effects. The author also provides practical advice on posing subjects, framing shots, and editing photographs.The Skylight And The Dark Room is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both amateur and professional photographers. The book is filled with illustrations and photographs that demonstrate the techniques discussed, making it easy for readers to understand and apply the concepts.Overall, The Skylight And The Dark Room: A Complete Textbook On Portrait Photography is a must-read for anyone interested in portrait photography. It provides a wealth of information and practical advice that will help readers improve their skills and take better portraits.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
