The Visual Dictionary of Photography provides clear definitions of key terms and concepts, backed up by hundreds of illustrative examples. Covering practical terms, it deals with the terminology of both digital and traditional photography. David Präkel has produced an invaluable resource for anyone interested in photography, lens-based media and related visual arts. This book serves not only to explain terms and words but also acts as a source of inspiration, encouraging exploration through understanding.Over 250 terms are explained and contextualised, with concise definitions accompanied by illustrations and examples taken from historical and contemporary photography.The dictionary covers analogue terms still in current usage as well as modern digital terminology such as Raw format and High dynamic range. It also defines a wide variety of practical terms, including ISO speed, Backlighting and Noise, as well as conceptual terms and photographic styles, ranging from Photojournalism to Distortion.

This "Book of Images" comes as a true storm, full of ideas on how to think differently about photography and context. How can they blend in with each other, enhance each other or clash with each other? This is a unique dictionary of visual experiences featuring more than 250 artists such as John Baldessari, JR, Christian Marclay, Daido Moriyama, Martin Parr and Cindy Sherman.00Exhibition: Festival Images Vevey, Switzerland (2018).

The Visual Dictionary of Graphic Design is a comprehensive guide to the numerous terms used within graphic design and associated disciplines. Over 250 terms are explained and contextualized, with concise definitions accompanied by illustrations and examples taken from historical and contemporary graphic design. The dictionary covers traditional practice and process terms as well as modern terminology. It also defines a wide variety of practical terms, such as Perfect binding, Deboss and Strikethrough, as well as movements and styles including Surrealism, Psychadelia and Postmodernism.

This dictionary is for everyone who enjoys modern photography, image manipulation, and digital imaging. It is the most comprehensive, up to date and authoritative dictionary of this subject, containing over 2100 entries.

"The ultimate dictionary." - Times Educational Supplement Packed with more than 30,000 words and 6,000 incredible images, this look-up-and-learn encyclopedia covers a spectacular spectrum of subjects to educate and entertain young readers.?? DK's Visual Dictionary has been updated and revised with crystal-clear definitions and eye-catching visuals ready to explore and explain anything and everything you can think of. The vast range of topics include our planet and the Universe, prehistoric Earth, plants and animals, the human body, geography, visual arts, architecture, music, sports, science, and technology. Discover how a plasma TV works, step inside an erupting volcano, or take the wheel of a racing car on this amazing tour of useful words for you to put into practice. If your vocabulary could do with a boost, this is an unbeatable dictionary. If school studies and homework are a struggle, this is the helping hand you need. And if your library has room for an absolute classic, this is a welcome addition for all the family to enjoy.

Annotated photographs and movie stills describe every important feature of the characters, creatures, costumes, droids, weapons, and equipment in the Star Wars trilogy

Color photographs and detailed text describe more than 50,000 terms and 270 major entries on everything from the prehistoric earth and the sciences to sports, art, and music.