Ansel Adams, along with Fred Archer, developed the Zone System, a groundbreaking method in photography that allowed for precise control over the tonal range of images.
1941
Development of the Zone System
Adams and Fred Archer developed the Zone System, a method of achieving a desired final print through a technical understanding of exposure, negative development, and printing.
1940s-1970s
Application and Refinement of the Zone System
Adams continuously applied and refined the Zone System in his work, producing images known for their clarity and depth.
