Applied Police and Fire Photography

Nothing can depict the scene of a crime, fire, or accident as well as a photograph. As permanent records, photographs are most essential. It thus becomes vital for an investigator to be reasonably well-versed in the art of photography. The uniqueness of this volume lies in its approach to investigative photography. It discusses not only what to photograph, but it also carefully explains why various things should be captured on film. This how-to-do-it manual is written in nontechnical language and is directed primarily toward police and fire personnel, private security officers and investigators, and attorneys. Anyone interested in the investigative field, however, will find the book to be a most valuable learning tool and reference book. Notable changes to this new edition include greatly expanded chapters on surveillance photography with the inclusion of video, photographic film, flash photography, advances in camera types, and identification photography. All chapters are generously illustrated with examples to clarify specific points. The text is comprehensive, covering its topics thoroughly with respect to the diverse methods, techniques, and equipment used and the situations to which they are applied. Whether the reader is an amateur with little or no previous experience or an advanced photographer, this volume presents a practical course from which to learn effective police and fire photography.