Finally.
A sequel that's better than the original.
The second edition of Photography by the Letter has been updated with nearly 80 new terms over more than 100 additional pages. Plus, there are dozens of new photographs, diagrams, exercises, Q&As, and tips.
It's a real page-swiper.
If you're more digital than analog, Photography by the Letter is also available as a downloadable PDF that can be viewed on virtually any computer, tablet, or smartphone. Like they say, "the best photo book is the one you have with you."
The reviews are in.
I think the book is great, but you don't have to take my word for it...
“Jeffery has painstakingly created a beautifully designed primer to help cut through the often jargon-heavy world of photography. This has instantly become my go-to recommend for photographers wanting to move from amateur to professional.”— Sean Tucker, Photographer and Author
“It is really quite beautifully designed... I honestly cannot think of a self-published book that I have seen better production values on. Nicely done!”– Ted Waitt, Publisher, Rocky Nook
“Photography by the Letter is a visual treat a superbly illustrated reference guide that will be loved by new photographers and a welcome addition to the book collection of many seasoned pros.”— Karl Taylor, Photographer and Photography Educator
“Your book is an inspiration and an important document for the analogs and digitals and their descendants.”— Hugh Talman, Staff Photographer (retired), Smithsonian Institution Museum of American History
From Aperture to Zebra Stripes.
With a visual style inspired by vintage camera manuals, Photography by the Letter features more than 250 photographic terms defined and explained with over 100 original photos and dozens of unique diagrams across nearly 350 pages — it's perfect for the enthusiastic novice or the seasoned pro.
Practice is the best instructor.
Sometimes, it’s better to be doing than just thinking about doing. In addition to the terms, photos, diagrams, and tips, Photography by the Letter contains dozens of exercises to put the theory you're learning into practice and help you make better pictures.
Take a peek behind the curtain.
INSIGHTS is a collection of interviews with 10 terrific photographers, each at the top of their respective genre. Each photographer was asked three common questions and two unique to each of them. I think you'll find that their answers are insightful and inspiring, regardless of where you are on your photographic journey.
Icons
It's all about who you know.
New to the second edition is a section called ICONS, a listing of 96 photographers whose work has elevated both the art and craft of photography. Photographers are listed by category, such as Early Masters, Photojournalism, and Street and the list includes names like André Kertész, Eve Arnold, Garry Winogrand, and dozens of others. It's perfect for jump-starting your creativity.
“Photography is about finding out what can happen in the frame. When you put four edges around some facts, you change those facts.”-Garry Winogrand
PURPOSE
There’s always a bigger picture.
Because we believe in the value and importance of the arts, we’re donating a portion of the proceeds to non-profits that focus on the arts, including arts education.
For questions or comments, email me at talkback@jefferysaddoris.com.