Switzerland rotovision (235 resultados)

Softcover. Condición: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. Softcover, 127 pages in very good condition, slight shelf wear on cover edges. Learning the art of composition and technique of black and white photography, an excellant guide.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. Crisp and clean with a small erasure on front endpage. Provides information on: how to see in black and white, using the picture elements, learning the art of compositon, professional techniques for specialist subjects, exploring the magic of light, secrets of the darkroom revealed, and more. Illustrated.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. An informative and seductive new travel photography title in the mould of the premium World's Top Photographers series. ViewFinder features 100 of the most inspirational locations for that ultimate postcard-perfect travel shot. From great cities, grand palaces, and religious centres to idyllic islands, wildlife reserves, and remote jungles and deserts, this is a visual adventure of the mind for both the aspirational travel photographer and the armchair dreamer alike. Many of the locations featured are iconic images of "must-see places before I die", but ViewFinder also features original pictures of the some of the world's less publicized wonders for the more intrepid explorer. Accompanying each stunning shot is an anecdotal run-down of how the photographer achieved the shot, covering equipment, lighting and travel notes. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Documenting human life and events has long preoccupied photographers, and given them wonderfully varied and challenging subject matter. This book brings together a striking collection of black and white images from a leading selection of international photographers, and through them Terry Hope explores the techniques and thought processes behind the art of photo-journalism. The result is a mix of vital first-hand information and fine photography. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Stunning images from the world's most acclaimed wildlife photographers have been brought together for the first time in this elegant collection of photographs, now available in paperback. The World's Top Photographers Wildlife is packed with beautiful pictures of animals. The work of Frans Lanting, Art Wolfe, Jim Bandenburg, Heather Angel, and Stephen Dalton is renowned, gracing the pages of magazines such as National Geographic and Geo, and the walls of galleries across the world. In The World's Top Photographers Wildlife, they and other top photographers tell the stories behind some of their favourite images in their own words. With anecdotes, tips, and technical details, this book gives a fascinating insight into the creative processes behind the amazing photographs. There is also a brief biography of each photographer, which includes a bibliography of his or her published work. The book features beautiful images of birds, mammals, fish, insects, and reptiles from all over the world. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The thoughts of the world's leading designers - Ezio Manzini (Italy), Ed Van Hinte (the Netherlands), Droog members Richard Hutten (the Netherlands) and Bless (France), Tom Dixon (UK), Jan Dranger (Sweden) and Edwin Datschefski (UK) - provide grounding in the materials, methods, and processes behind outstanding projects. "Experimental Eco Design" offers inspirational reading for anyone interested in green design, while behind-the-scenes profiles of key companies and individuals enables working designers to further their knowledge of good working practice and techniques. A directory offers an extensive source listing of materials, manufacturers, design studios, and organisations. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. From plastics with the strength and durability of metal, to mass-produced skins, sensuous plastics, and rental DVDs that expire 48 hours after you've opened the packaging, "The Plastics Handbook" offers a fascinating insight into the most innovative and unusual plastics for designers and manufacturers throughout the world. This book gets under the skin of products and materials to reveal the hidden qualities of plastics, exploring the materials that surround us today, and those that will surround us tomorrow, together with their practical applications. "The Plastics Handbook" is your essential guide to who is making what, from contemporary designer materials to the products of the future, featuring facts and applications for hundreds of new plastic products and materials. The book also has an extensive resources section, including a glossary, a guide to different types of plastics, diagrams of standard manufacturing processes, plus useful website addresses. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. 2-D animation is the longest-established and most wide-spread animation tradition encompassing the one-man band type operation as well as the huge studios producing feature films such as "Rugrats". As each of the 15 animators in this volume reveal, techniques vary as much as style - Polish animator Plotr Dumala creates film from scratching on plaster, Michel Ocelot uses cut-out animation and Alexandr Petrov paints on glass. The book also features animators who use traditional cel animation and those who exploit the possibilities offered by new technology. This highly-illustrated work devotes one chapter to each animator who will discuss in-depth three commercial projects and one personal project. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Accompanying the images is the story behind each one, told in the photographers' own words, plus in-depth interviews providing insights to their philosophy, working methods and the sheer amount of passion and hard work involved in capturing the intimate secrets of the natural world. e. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This title explores experimental layouts in graphic design, using a broad variety of contemporary work and interviews. It highlights the process used to create the work and contains formal analysis of the effects of composition. The types of approach and technique for achieving different effects are reviewed. Single pages and the consecutive layout of magazines, books and newspapers are discussed and an extended, illustrated glossary covers all the practical aspects of layout. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Experimental Formats 2 builds on the success of Experimental Formats, bringing the subject bang up to date. It explores every aspect of designing the printed form, from single page to commercial package. Case studies of professional work celebrate the healthy tradition for experimentation in this field, showcasing projects that stand out on their physical merits alone. Looking at proportions, formats, materials, printing, folding and binding, Experimental Formats 2 offers designers an awe-inspiring selection of inspirational new ideas for practical application. It also explores exciting material innovations such as tear-proof "plastic", paper, and PVC, gelling agents, luminescent inks, concertina folds, single-screw and press-stud binding, among its many treasures. With its definitive glossary of terms, this is an indispensable guide and inspiration for the future of two- and three-dimensional print and graphic design. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This is the first title in the "Professional Photography" series. The family portrait book is image led with the emphasis on what the professional photographer needs. Thje image is demistified into snippets of text on colour, composition, lighting and techniques, covering the family group. Quotes from famous photographers are used to inspire the readers, plus tried and tested boxes explain techinical tips and know-how. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Like no other material, plastic has determined many of the forms of the 20th century and its popularity and versatility are only set to increase in the next millenium. This exciting new title will reveal plastic in all its forms including furniture packaging, architecture, fashion and domestic goods. It showcases examples of the best plastics designs and reveals everything the designer needs to know about the key properties, the manufacturers, the suppliers, typical uses and the processes and finishes involved. Whether you are already designing with plastic or have a future project in mind, this book is an invaluable source of ideas, inspiration and essential practical information. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Aimed at the professional photographer, this manual explains how to deal with the complications of shooting portraits on location. With the increase in demand for portraits which "say something" about the personality of the subject this area of photography has advanced in leaps and bounds. This volume seeks to cover every eventuality -capturing a key industrialist with the factory site in the background, showing an artist working on a painting in the studio, photographing people in their own homes or places of work and a variety of outside locations. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. A survey of 20th century lighting designs from art historian Mel Byars. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. Oblong hardcover with excellent, unmarked pages and good exterior (ordinary moderate wear at corners, small scratch on front). 144 pages, with photographs throughout. Without DJ. [1.8 lbs]. Book.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good+. First Thus. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Book.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. "Reinventing Music Video" showcases the work of the new generation of music video directors, their inspirations, and processes. These are the talents creating premier audiovisual work for both best-selling and cutting-edge music artists-directors who are redefining the potential of the medium while also creating a new language for the next generation of filmmakers. This book is the first contemporary showcase of music video. As well as stunning visuals from landmark works, the book features Q&As with the videos' creators, together with storyboards, technology rundowns, and an exploration of the process and inspiration behind the vision. Together, this select group of acclaimed directing talent has created groundbreaking and mesmerizing music videos for Bjork, Franz Ferdinand, U2, REM, Radiohead, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Massive Attack, The White Stripes, The Polyphonic Spree, Goldfrapp, Kylie, Beck, The Streets, and Interpol. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. As consumers and designers are aware, branding is the key to effective marketing and can make or break companies and products. This exciting third title in the Digital-Lab series examines the world's most innovative branding projects, both big budget and small. Interviews with celebrated designers combine with enlightening feedback from their clients, to provide the reader with a new insight into the entire digital branding process from outline brief to finished design. Highly illustrated, designers featured include branding leaders such as Wolff Olins and Design Bridge. This modern look at branding will be an invaluable resource for everyone involved in design for the fast-moving marketplace. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The craft of story-telling on film, revealed through interviews with 13 top, world-renowned screenwriters. Legendary figures from the film world, including William Goldman, Paul Schrader and Nora Ephron, are among those sharing their experiences of writing for film in this latest book in RotoVision's acclaimed 'Screencraft' series. The interviews reveal the principles of storytelling and the craft and techniques of screenwriting. Screenwriting is also visually stunning - brimming with storyboards, scripts in preparation, production shots, workbooks and stills from the writers' own collections. Screenwriting is sure to be welcomed by everyone with an interest in film. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This book features a fascinating collection of some of the most innovative tables, chairs and lights ever designed, those that push the boundaries of imagination, art and design. This is indisputably a must for any designer interested in not only beautiful and often innovative design, but how such furniture is constructed. Taking 50 of each of these objects (tables, chairs and lights), this book follows the furniture maker from original brief through to finished object, and features the work of some of the most highly talented and accomplished designers in the world. It is visually stunning, with photographs and diagrams to illustrate the design and construction processes, whilst particular attention is paid to the materials employed. A veritable tome, this book will become essential to all designer's reference libraries. This new value-for-money paperback edition brings the book within reach of all design students who will value it. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This is a revised edition of the bestselling Hot Shots. Forget expensive kit and incomprehensible jargon, How to Take Better Photos is for everyone who points and snaps, and not just enthusiasts and amateurs, but also designers, illustrators and anyone who needs to create imagery for their work and pleasure. If you want to take photographs that look exciting, fun and professional, this portable, easy-access tome is for you. Using over 100 images as examples, created on a variety of cameras, both film and digital, the aim is to highlight and explain various photographic techniques, qualities and effects, using extended captions and simple technical info. Issues covered include composition, exposure, low-light, night shots, portraits, perspective, city- and landscapes, speed, movement, abstraction, animals, colour, flash, silhouettes and black and white, amongst others.Have you ever wondered how to get a shot of a moving athlete in focus against a blurred background? Or, of a landscape without the distraction of focusing on the foreground? Well, heres where youll find the answer. Examples are arranged by entry, and each caption tells us in clear, conversational language, how the photographer created the image, while spec details, for example, camera type, lens, film, shutter speed, and aperture, are included throughout. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. It covers compositional issues (finding subjects that fit the shape and making the most of them); technical considerations (exposure measurement, avoiding flare, etc); and the various types of equipment that can be used. Much of the book is practical, but it is also illustrated with panoramic pictures. It opens with a gallery of images, and there are interviews with a selection of panoramic photographers, discussing their approach and equipment. The volume has a fun, modern look and should be useful for anyone with an interest in panoramic photography. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Lighting is a fundamental concern for the studio photographer, and a solid understanding of the basics of lighting is necessary to developing the photographer's skills. "The Studio Photographer's Bible" explores lighting through the working relationships of the studio photographer, and the skills and techniques used for lighting in other disciplines. It covers commercial, practical, technical and creative issues, identifying how studio photographers can work successfully with other professionals. It also contains interviews with lighting specialists from other disciplines, such as theatre, film, concerts and galleries, as well as with key workers in related fields, such as stylists, photographer's assistants, make-up artists and picture editors. This provides the photographer with the understanding required to work as part of a larger team. The book is packed with case studies containing showcase images and lighting set-up diagrams, providing solid practical knowledge and successful working methods. All of this ensures that the book will be received as a comprehensive and essential guide to this hugely important area. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: No Jacket as Issued. A NEAR FINE, bright, clean, tight, collector-worthy copy sans rips/tears, stains, markings, discoloration, etc. PROLIFICALLY ILLUSTRATED in full-color and black-and-white photography (with many full-page) with accompanying descriptive captions/passages. "Wedding photography has undergone considerable change recently, with a shift towards informal, reportage styles that capture the spontaneity of the day, rather than traditional family line-ups. Running hand in hand with this trend, is a growing demand for black-and-white pictures as well as an ever-increasing use of digital imaging. This book reflects these trends. The fresh, contemporary images by top practitioners represent the cream of modern wedding photography. Combined with background information about each picture, it will tell you all you need to know about getting the best from such special occasions." 144 pages. "Inspirational pictures from award-winning wedding photographers; Advice and tips on composition, lighting and mood; Popular digital effects explained; Marketing your work through brochures and websites; Approaching weddings in different cultures; Formal and candid techniques explored." GL2.…

Soft Wraps. Condición: Near Fine. No Jacket. First American Edition. Characteristic shelf-rubbing to black front cover, elsewise a tight, clean copy sans rips/tears, stains, other markings, and discoloration. Text in English. "Subtraction: Aspects of Essential Design" combs histories of diverse cultures and disciplines for experiences that addrss that desire. Filled with examples of architecture, film, graphic and industrial design, business, fine art, fashion, and everyday life, this book makes a compelling case for a totally new approach." 159 pages. NOTE: Due to size of book additional shipping cost will be requested/required for EXPEDITED and OUT-OF-U.S. shipment. GI2.…

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. No Dustjacket. First Edition, 4th Printing. fine hardcover; ; SATISFACTION GUARANTEED; this is a large book and International orders will require additonal postage; profusedly illustrated; Size: 9 x 10". Profusedly Illustrated (ilustrador).

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. No Dustjacket. First Edition, 4th Printing. fine hardcover; ; SATISFACTION GUARANTEED; this is a large book and International orders will require additonal postage; profusedly illustrated; Size: 9 x 10". Profusedly Illustrated (ilustrador).

Condición: Near Fine unmarked. 1st printing. Technical insights, inspiring images, explanatory text and captions to make you a better photograper. Nice bright crisp copy of 1st printing. 7-1/2 x 10-1/2, 160 pp, b/w & color photos. Trade Paperback in winged, color photo wraps.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good+. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good+. First Printing.