Photos Framed: A Fresh Look at the World's Most Memorable Photographs
by
Ruth Thomson
Order:
USA
Can
Candlewick, 2014 (2014)
Hardcover
Reviewed by Bob Walch
T
wenty-seven of the most discussed photos taken over the medium's history are analyzed as Ruth Thomson zooms in on the important photographic elements of each shot.
B
esides a full page example of the photo, you'll find information about the photographer and a paragraph explaining the photo's background. Then, under
Photo Thoughts
, Thomson asks the reader three questions about the photo. There are also
Blow Up
and
Zoom In
boxes accompanying each selection that provide more technical thoughts about the composition.
B
oth young photographers and adults will find this book illuminating and well worth reading. Even if you are not a photographer, the author will open your eyes to the art of photography and the story the camera can tell if it is in the right hands.
Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons.
Find more Teens books on our
Shelves
or in our book
Reviews