Grammar of the Shot

Grammar of the Shot is a manual for those who are about to embark on a career in shooting pictures. It is aimed at the novice, concentrating purely on the principles of shooting - still the best way to tell a visual story.


Written in simple, easy-to-follow language and illustrated with clear uncomplicated line drawings, the book sets down the fundamental knowledge needed to achieve acceptable results.

The book:
· is a sister volume to Grammar of the Edit
· has been extensively tested in Europe, Asia and Africa
· lists, examines and explains the conventions and working practices of taking pictures.

Jargon free and easy to read
Explains the fundamental principles
A foundation on which the novice can apply practical experience