I only really have time to read a single book on the origins of photography. What do you recommend? Think Daguerre and Talbot, no need for hundreds of pages devoted to the camera obscura. I'd also prefer something heavier on text than actual photographs.
posted by Lorin
on Jan 25, 2013 -
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What are the most innovatively designed books currently in print? Do you know of one that has a particularly interesting layout, perhaps using typography, photos, drawings, or layout in an unusual way? If so, what makes it so great? I am interested in learning about some fun new examples of design.
posted by mortaddams
on Sep 22, 2012 -
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I'm looking for general and specific advice about striking a balance between value and ease in selling a few disparate items from an estate.
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posted by Luke Skywalker
on Dec 3, 2011 -
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I have a bookshelf covered (on the front) with a flat surface). I would like to cover this flat surface with photographs of the bookshelf (minus the cover) with books in it. I'm hoping for a trompe l'oiel type effect so it looks like a bookshelf with books. Three questions:
1. How do I work out the angles/math etc. of the photographs
2. What light should I take the pictures in?
3. Is it ok (and how to) take the call numbers off of library books and replace them before returning the books?
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posted by If only I had a penguin...
on Mar 14, 2010 -
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I have this amazing idea for a book that has never been done before and will sell like hotcakes. (No, seriously!) But I have absolutely no idea where to start. What do I do?
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posted by Madamina
on Sep 25, 2009 -
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CopyrightFilter: I was taking a photo in a bookstore and I was reprimanded by a clerk for copyright infringement. What
exactly are the legalities of photographing books?
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posted by grapefruitmoon
on Nov 16, 2008 -
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Photography Portfolio Filter: I'm finally hanging out my shingle *officially* to do portrait shoots and show my more *artistic* work beyond the few small galleries I've already been in. To whit, I'm putting together two portfolio books. One for prospective portrait clients and another for gallery work. My question is one of formatting the pictures within the portfolio book. (More inside....)
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posted by damiano99
on Jan 4, 2008 -
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I'm after online resources about photographing a book. It may be that recommended sites photograph other objects but have systems readily adaptable for books. (Resources should preferably have images of the set-up and be aimed at say, an enthusiast but not a professional)
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posted by peacay
on Dec 16, 2007 -
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Photography / Gallery / Book Filter: I am a amateur photographer in the process of building up gallery shows and the like. Can I create a book to show my work? Is this acceptable to most galleries? MORE INSIDE
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posted by damiano99
on Jan 11, 2007 -
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Help identifying a specific photographer who photographs libraries? I think she's female and may be German. I do have one of her photos...
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posted by vacapinta
on Oct 16, 2006 -
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The book was probably published in the 1970s or 1980s, with green on the cover, black-and-white photographs throughout, and talked about the death of a bird. I vaguely recall a photo or two of the bird being buried in a shoebox. What is the name of this book, and who is the writer/photographer?
posted by itchie
on Feb 28, 2005 -
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