On Mon, 14 Mar 2005 14:41:22 +0000, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Mark opined: > > > It almost makes me want to formally learn the zone system. > Scott replied: > > Ack. Spare yourself the insanity. > > Anyone who shoots BW film can benefit from learning the zone system. You may > not use it, but developing an understanding of range, values and how to work > with them in exposure and development is very useful. This knowledge even > carries over into digital photography a bit. I was thinking that just the > other day while using the RAW converter's exposure slider to set the > highlights, then working on the midtones and shadows. It's all about > maximizing your options within the latitude of the medium. One of the best > places to learn the zone system is from the master himself: Ansel Adams' "The > Negative." > Paul > While I have experienced bouts of insanity related directly to the zone system, I do have to agree with Paul. "The Ansel Adams Guide: Basic Techniques" was my introduction. I do believe this book borrows very heavily from the series containing "The Negative", or vice-versa. http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0821225758/qid=1110862825/sr=8-10/ref=pd_ka_3/103-8963449-7006215?v=glance&s=books&n=507846
-- Scott Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com
