Photography and the Art of Seeing: A Visual Perception Workshop for Film and Digital Photography

“Patterson’s superb color shots, in addition to his explanation of his unique way to picture-taking, are sure to inspire you to explore fresh avenues to your own photography.”
— The Globe and Mail

The second one book in Freeman Patterson’s across the world acclaimed series of instructional books on photography and visual design, Photography and the Art of Seeing has now been up to date and expanded to include technical guidelines adapted for both digital and film photographers. The jargon-free text provides techniques and innovative exercises for breaking with traditional concepts of design, enabling the photographer to develop a keen awareness of subject matter and a direction for composing the picture.

Photography and the Art of Seeing also offers a workshop for all visual artists that includes lessons at the fundamentals of perception and overcoming obstacles of their work.

This edition features several never-before-published photographs from Freeman Patterson’s personal collection and extended captions that come with valuable technical information and personal remark.