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John Hedgecoe remains the only internationally acclaimed teacher of photography across all the disciplines - from landscapes and architecture to still lifes portraits and action shots. His classic The Book of Photography (first published in 1976) has sold almost a million copies world-wide. His New Book of Photography is a bold new step in teaching novices and proficient amateurs alike how to take better pictures. New Behind-the-Camera Approach Never before has a professional photographer gone to such lengths to explain how successful pictures are taken. In a unique "behind-the-camera" approach John Hedgecoe is shown on location and in the studio taking photographs featured in this book. Each photo set-up illustrates the exact position of the camera as well as the lights reflectors and other equipment - showing you instantly how to achieve comparable results. What Makes a Good Photographer? Using his own compelling photographs as examples John Hedgecoe explains how to see and compose good photographs analysing the key elements in easy-to-understand terms. Comparative photographs show the dramatically different results that can be achieved by a subtle change of lighting or camera angle. Technical Tips and Expertise Clear concise text and instructional photographs lead you through the principles of exposure aperture shutter speed and depth of field. There is guidance on choosing cameras and equipment; setting up a studio and darkroom at home; and on manipulating images in the darkroom on computer or by using special film. The first book to go behind the camera and show how a world-famous photographer works the New Book of Photography is a must for every enthusiast who wants to take not only good but great photographs.