Imaginarium: The Process Behind the Pictures from Rocky Nook is a compilation of practical advice and information covering the photographic process from idea cultivation through execution. The guidance in this book is presented with an understanding of the nature of artists at their core and explores the methodology of how ideas are born, the conditions that foster the creation of art, and the necessary components to make creative work. This compendium is relevant across all genres, for individual artists and for those working in a commercial or professional capacity. It brings together strategies and tools to help readers come up with compelling ideas and manifest memorable and unique images. From the simplest idea to the most fantastical, you will learn brainstorming, concept development, pre-visualization, pre-production, problem solving, and execution steps in the creative process, including practical tools and ideas for overcoming obstacles and achieving success along the way.

Author: Claire Rosen    Softcover, 288 Pages    Published March 2017

• Beth Taubner / Mercurylab
• Alessia Glaviano / Vogue Italia
• Rebecca Manson / The Post Office

• Maggie Steber
• Roger Ballen
• Sara Lando
• Gabriela Iancu
• Robin Schwartz
• Eleanor Macnair

1: ON ART

• The Purpose of Art
• Strong Images
• Development of an Artist
• Goals for Making Work
• Chapter Wrap-Up

2: ARTISTIC LIFESTYLE

• The Foundation
• Curation of Experiences
• Tapping into the Unconscious
• Creative Psychology
• Health
• Nurturing Creativity
• Community of Artists
• Chapter Wrap-Up

3: TIME MANAGEMENT

• Motion Versus Progress
• Productivity
• Motivation
• Work That Fits into Your Life
• Chapter Wrap-Up

4: PREVISUALIZATION

• Concept Generation Triggers
• Divergent Thinking
• Free Association
• Brainstorming
• Mind Mapping
• Mood Boards
• Previsualization
• Concept Development
• Chapter Wrap-Up

5: Production

• Pre-Production
• Resources and Research
• Building a Team
• Plan B, C, and D
• On Set Checklist
• Best Practices
• Editing
• Post-Production
• Chapter Wrap-Up

6: THE VIEWER EXPERIENCE

• The Viewer Experience
• Presentation Considerations
• Critique and Feedback
• Series and Long-Term Projects
• Assignments/Commissions
• Body of Work: What We Leave Behind
• Chapter Wrap-Up

Conclusion

Artist Interviews

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What other types of films can be developed with this kit ? and where can I get development times for other films such as: Kodak Tx400, Ilford delta100 or delta400 or Rollei RPX 25 or400?

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Q: 2. Is this also good for developing 16mm B&W motion picture reversal film - such as the Fomapan 100?

A: Yes, but you need to use the proper size processing tank.

Q: 3. Is this kit enough quantity to process 4x5 film and if so appr. how many sheets?

A: Yes, it should process about 20 sheets of 4x5.