Silver Gelatin In the Digital Age: A Step-by-Step Manual for Digital/Analog Hybrid Photography

A guide for photographers of all skill levels on how to combine analog and digital tools to create silver gelatin prints in the traditional darkroom, covering topics such as traditional printing, film-to-digital image conversion, and post-production techniques using Photoshop.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 268 pages
Publication date: 07 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive guide is a must-have for photographers of all skill levels who seek to create stunning silver gelatin prints in the traditional darkroom. Written by renowned photographer Douglas Ethridge, the book offers a step-by-step approach to seamlessly blending analog and digital tools, enabling photographers to achieve exceptional results.

The book begins by covering the fundamentals of traditional silver gelatin printing, including materials, equipment, and techniques. It then delves into direct and second-pass lith printing, film to digital image conversion, bleaching, toning, and other post-production practices. Readers will learn how to use specific Photoshop tools to execute time-honored techniques such as overall tonal control, contrast, and burning and dodging. Additionally, the book covers Photoshop basics for black and white, image shaping in Photoshop, and digital negative creation.

By exploring these skills, readers will gain a deep understanding of how to prepare images and create negatives that can be utilized in various historical processes, including cyanotype, platinum/palladium, and more. The author's systematic approach to combining analog and digital working methods makes this text invaluable for both digital photographers who wish to creatively edit their images with traditional darkroom aesthetics and film photographers who seek to incorporate digital capabilities into their practice.

With its extensive coverage, detailed explanations, and practical examples, this book is an essential resource for anyone passionate about photography and the art of creating silver gelatin prints in the darkroom. Whether you are a seasoned photographer or just starting your journey, this guide will help you unlock the full potential of your images and take your darkroom skills to new heights.

Weight: 868g
Dimension: 203 x 252 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032381770