Product Description
A classic technical guide to photographic lighting by Life magazine photographer Andreas Feininger, this volume remains one of the most practical mid-century manuals on the subject.
First published in 1976 and here in a 1978 second printing, the book systematically explores the nature, functions, and qualities of light, moving from foundational theory into applied techniques.
Feininger emphasizes understanding light as both a physical and expressive tool, covering exposure, contrast, direction, diffusion, and the creative control of lighting setups.
Illustrated with 188 black-and-white photographs, diagrams, and exposure tables, the book bridges technical instruction with artistic insight, reflecting Feininger's disciplined, problem-solving approach to photography.
This copy is a Second Printing (1978) with 1976 copyright and dual ISBN listings for Amphoto and Prentice-Hall editions.
The dust jacket retains the original price.
The volume is bound in blue cloth with white spine titling, consistent with Amphoto production of the period.
Book is Near Fine - clean, well-preserved blue cloth boards with only minimal shelf wear; binding tight and square; interior notably clean with light, even toning typical of age; no ownership markings observed.
Dust jacket is Very Good - moderate edge wear with some chipping at corners and spine ends, light surface soiling and rubbing, and small closed tears/creases; overall intact and presents well with original price.
Andreas Feininger (1906-1999) was a German-American photographer and writer best known for his long tenure as a staff photographer for Life magazine.
Trained initially as an architect, he brought a structured, analytical approach to photography, emphasizing clarity, composition, and technical mastery.
His instructional books - particularly those published by Amphoto - became foundational texts for generations of photographers seeking both technical rigor and artistic discipline.
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