Photo Impressionism and the Subjective Image

Primarily a stimulus for analogue film camera users, but an excellent book. There are photo examples on almost every other page, and the inspiration and methodology is well explained. It is written in easy to understand language without the 'pseudo' self-justifying speak that is merely an ego-trip for the author. This book has none of that - just how it was seen; how the theme developed; how it was finalised. Consequently, an able digital photographer should be able to translate the techniques with ease.

I expected it to be a bit more advanced and innovative. Well, over 10 years (copy right 2001) appears to be a lot not only in technology but in methods and creativity as well. Anyway, still worth reading - can teach you a bit

Freeman Patterson’s photography is beautiful and his advice on seeing creatively and creating impressionist photos is very helpful

Like all of Freeman Patterson's instruction books this is a wonderful book for anyone who wants to expand their photography. It is not about technology and how to use camera features, but about creating subjective images.

One of the very few books that tackles the topic of impressionistic photography.

This book is certainly not the first book to purchase when beginning photography. It is a book that tends to open your mind, and to learn to see differently. It is not a digital technique oriented handbook, since this book still deals with slide, film and polaroid (written in 2001). It becomes interesting when you have worked out most of the traditional photographic techniques and search new inspiration. And for these reasons, I should recommend it for advanced photographers, not for beginners.

This is yet another wonderful work from a very beautiful photographer who is also a gifted teacher. I highly recommend this book!