The best way to learn is by doing. The Photographer's Playbook
features photography assignments, as well as ideas, stories and
anecdotes from many of the world's most talented photographers and
photography professionals. Whether you're looking for exercises to
improve your craft--alone or in a group--or you're interested in
learning more about the medium, this playful collection will inspire
fresh ways of engaging with photographic process. Inside you will find
advice for better shooting and editing, creative ways to start new
projects, games and activities and insight into the practices of those
responsible for our most iconic photographs--John Baldessari, Tina
Barney, Philip-Lorca diCorcia, Jim Goldberg, Miranda July, Susan
Meiselas, Stephen Shore, Alec Soth, Tim Walker and many more. The book
also features a Polaroid alphabet by Mike Slack, which divides each
chapter, and a handy subject guide. Edited by acclaimed photographers
Jason Fulford and Gregory Halpern, the assignments and project ideas in
this book are indispensable for teachers and students, and great fun for
everyone fascinated by taking pictures.