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Subject(s)

• Photography—Technique [Browse]
• Photography—Vocational guidance [Browse]

Biographical/​Historical note

Mike Davis is a visual consultant, editor, author, photographerand professor emeritus. A visual leader who has worked with hundreds of photographers independently and on multiplestaffs, Mike taught visual storytelling courses at Syracuse University and directed The Alexia Grants. He was twice named picture editor of the year and has been on various workshop and review faculty. He has edited more than 40 books.

Summary note

"This book provides photographers with the foundation to craft more compelling photos from concept all the way through to creation and distribution. Based on real-life practice and experience, former National Geographic and White House photographer, Mike Davis, takes readers on a journey starting with addressing the motivation behind an image and how this determines the rest of the creative process. He goes on to articulate best technical practices to create the narrative through photo composition and what to do with your work after the photos are completed. Each section offers exercises for applied learning and a series of appendices cover assignments structures, a compilation of critical words and concepts, a comprehensive resource guide of organizations, competitions, grants, collectives and agencies, book publishers and printers, and more. This is an ideal resource for students and practitioners alike to gain a more informed understanding of photographic expression and learn how to effectively execute these visions"-- Provided by publisher.

Notes

Includes index.

Contents

• Why do we make pictures?
• Photography's means of expression
• You make photographs engaging
• How to select and sequence your photos
• Creating visual narratives
• What it takes to make a living
• Conclusion : the inability to not.

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ISBN

• 9781032262864 ((hardback))
• 1032262869 ((hardback))
• 9781032262857 ((paperback))
• 1032262850 ((paperback))

LCCN

2022031632

OCLC

1348393993

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