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The BetterPhoto Guide to Photographing Lightby Jim Miotke; Kerry Drager
Crown Publishing Group 2012; US$ 16.99Learn how light can breathe new life into your photos Do you take too many snapshots and not enough “wow” shots? If so, you may be spending more time thinking about your subjects than thinking about the light. In The BetterPhoto Guide to Light, veteran photography instructors Jim Miotke and Kerry Drager help amateur shooters of all levels master this basic ingredient of compelling photography. You’ll learn how to identify the best light, fix common lighting problems, and, most important, take stunning photos with whatever light you have. Full of image examples, hands-on assignments, and proven techniques, this book will show you how to expand your vision and take your photography to the next level. more...
Zen and the Magic of Photographyby Wayne Rowe
Rocky Nook 2012; US$ 11.95Zen and the Magic of Photography is geared toward helping photographers develop their visual awareness, sensitivity, and intuition. It is designed to improve the quality of your photography by helping you to discover, create, and capture the points of intersection and merging between photography and Zen; between camera and "real moments"; between seeing and being. This is the point at which all such distinctions no longer exist, the point at which photography and Zen are one. This is the point at which we discover and create our best photographic images.. Topics include: - The nature of Zen - The nature of photography: the two essential elements in every photograph - The relationship between Zen and photography - The art of photographic... more...
The Art of Photographyby Bruce Barnbaum
Rocky Nook 2011; US$ 19.95This is an updated and newly revised edition of the classic book The Art of Photography (originally published in 1994), which has often been described as the most readable, understandable, and complete textbook on photography. With well over 100 beautiful photographic illustrations in both black-and-white and color, as well as numerous charts, graphs, and tables, this book presents the world of photography to beginner, intermediate, and advanced photographers seeking to make a personal statement through the medium of photography. Without talking down to anyone, or talking over anyone's head, Barnbaum presents "how to" techniques for both traditional and digital approaches. Yet he goes well beyond the technical, as he delves deeply into the... more...
David Busch's Sony Alpha NEX-5N Guide to Digital Photographyby David D. Busch
Course Technology PTR 2011; US$ 29.99DAVID BUSCH'S SONY ALPHA NEX-5N GUIDE TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY is a sure guide to getting the best results with your NEX-5N. This popular new camera, a follow-up to the NEX-5, features many improvements, including touch screen controls, expanded ISO settings, a 16MP sensor, faster shooting rate, and a new ultra-high resolution optional electronic viewfinder. David Busch puts the power and fun of the Alpha NEX-FN in your hands, so you'll always be in full creative control, whether you're shooting on the job, as an advanced hobbyist, or are just out for fun. With clear how-to steps and full-color illustrations, DAVID BUSCH'S SONY ALPHA NEX-5N GUIDE TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY covers all the features of this capable camera in depth, from... more...
Taking and Sharing Digital Photographsby Ken Milburn
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2001; US$ 8.99This book provides you with the material you need to make a wise purchasing decision and then to make use of digital photography technology. It quickly describes desirable features in equipment, what to expect at a given price level, and what ihiddeni costs are to be expected for accessories and related software. It also explains how to correct problems common to digital images. Finally, it provides the essential information for making images Web-ready. more...
Digital Photography All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummiesby David D. Busch
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2004; US$ 29.99An 816-page All-in-One guide designed for both beginning and experienced digital photographers, offering seven minibooks on everything from buying a camera and choosing the right equipment to editing with high-end tools and restoring photos digitally Includes chapters on basics such as point-and-shoot photography, with later chapters exploring editing, printing, and shooting portraits or high-speed action This new edition covers the latest technology changes in digital photography, including Photoshop 7, new low-priced SLR cameras, updated storage and output options with DVD technology, and how each of these changes affects photography techniques David Busch is the author of more than fifty technology books, most covering digital photography,... more...
The Moment It Clicksby Joe McNally
Pearson Education 2008; US$ 43.99THE FIRST BOOK WITH ONE FOOT ON THE COFFEE TABLE, AND ONE FOOT IN THE CLASSROOM Joe McNally, one of the world’s top pro digital photographers, whose celebrated work has graced the pages of Sports Illustrated, Time, and National Geographic (to name a few), breaks new ground by doing something no photography book has ever done—blending the rich, stunning images and elegant layout of a coffee-table book with the invaluable training, no-nonsense insights, and photography secrets usually found only in those rare, best-of-breed educational books. When Joe’s not on assignment for the biggest-name magazines and Fortune 500 clients, he’s in the classroom teaching location lighting, environmental portraiture, and how to “get... more...
Canon EOS 50D Digital Field Guideby Charlotte K. Lowrie
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2009; US$ 19.99Charlotte Lowrie's indispensable guide to taking the best possible pictures with the Canon EOS 50D! Go well beyond the basics with this essential guide to getting great shots with the Canon EOS 50D camera. Professional photographer and bestselling author Charlotte Lowrie packs this portable guide with over 290 pages of beautiful full-color photos, proven techniques, and no-fail formulas for tapping all the features this exciting new high-resolution DSLR camera offers. Get to know your Canon EOS 50D, learn all the tricks, and then take this handy portable guide with you in the field for quick and easy reference. Master your Canon EOS 50D camera with expert guidance from Seattle-area professional photographer and popular author, Charlotte... more...
David Busch's Nikon D3s/D3x Guide to Digital SLR Photographyby David D. Busch
Course Technology PTR 2010; US$ 29.99After upgrading to the Nikon D3/D3x, "David Buschs Nikon D3/D3x Guide to Digital SLR Photography" will help you maximize your experience with your new camera. This book provides a complete overview of the long list of features included with the Nikon D3/D3x in a clear and concise way, cutting through the confusion that can come from a thick, densely-worded owner's manual. This guide explains the purpose and function of the Nikon D3/D3X's basic controls, how to use them, and why. It includes concise explanations of file formats, resolution, aperture/priority exposure, and special autofocus modes as well as focus zones, Bokeh, flash synchronization options, how to choose zoom settings, and exposure modes. Concepts are... more...
Master Posing Guide for Wedding Photographersby Bill Hurter
Amherst Media, Inc. 2009; US$ 27.95Outlining a theory that combines the refinement of traditional posing techniques with the more organic, spontaneous techniques of photojournalism, this creative and informative resource offers poses that rely on personality and interaction. These instructions from a veteran wedding photographer provide the skills needed to recognize what makes a great pose and how to subtly direct your clients to achieve the needed balance between looking great and looking comfortable. Ultimately, this grouping of modern and traditional shots offers answers to the complications faced when attempting to pose wedding parties quickly while keeping the natural look that all wedding couples desire. more...









