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Instant Film Photography by Michael Freeman (Hardcover, 1985) 1st Edition
By Michael Freeman
1985 • Hardcover • MACDONALD
Description
Title: Instant Film Photography
Author/Publisher: Michael Freeman (MACDONALD)
Publication Year: 1985
Format: Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Synopsis
This compelling first edition, 'Instant Film Photography' by Michael Freeman, published in 1985 by MACDONALD, delves into the fascinating world of immediate photographic capture. As a non-fiction work, it served as a timely guide to a popular and accessible form of image-making during its era.
Freeman, renowned for his technical photography guides, provides an insightful exploration into the unique characteristics and creative potential of instant film. The book is designed for adults keen to master the nuances of cameras that produced ready-to-view prints directly after exposure, a technology that captivated photographers and casual users alike.
- Exploring Immediate Imagery: As an illustrated guide, the book likely dissects the technical and artistic considerations inherent in instant film. Readers would gain insight into maximising the potential of cameras that deliver immediate, tangible prints.
- Period-Specific Equipment and Techniques: Published in 1985, this first edition would have detailed the prevailing instant photography equipment and film stocks of the mid-1980s. It would offer practical advice on exposure, lighting, and composition tailored to the instant format.
As a first edition from 1985, this book holds particular appeal for collectors of photography literature and those with an interest in the history of analogue imaging. It offers a tangible connection to a significant period in photographic innovation and serves as an important historical record of instant film techniques and aesthetics.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Good |
| Publisher | MACDONALD |
| Year | 1985 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Genre | Photography |
| Topic | Photography |
| Signed | No |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Features | Illustrated, Dust Jacket |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Instant Film Photography |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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