Photography: The f Manual: The essential basics of photography

Photography: the f Manual
A practical, no-fluff guide for photographers who want to shoot with intention, not distraction.

In a world overwhelmed by filters, specs, and social media hype, Photography: the f Manual brings you back to what truly matters-seeing, thinking, and shooting like a real photographer.

Whether you're picking up your first film camera or rekindling your creative spark after years behind the lens, this book will help you:

• Master the fundamentals without getting lost in technical jargon

• Understand how light, emotion, and timing shape every image

• Make conscious choices-whether you're shooting digital, analog, or hybrid

• Think critically about gear, workflow, and artistic voice

• Break free from the "YouTube noise" and return to storytelling

Written by Luigi Barbano-a photographer with over 30 years of experience in both commercial and film photography-this manual blends practical knowledge with timeless philosophy.