Synopses & Reviews
"Applying the lively techniques in this book will make anyones digital camera a more productive tool."
Al Francekevich, acclaimed professional photographer
Make the most of your digital camera! Whether youve just pur-chased your first one or youre an old hand at digital photography, youll see your pictures improve almost instantly when you start using the tricks these professional photographers provide. Experiment with hot tips on lighting, filters, concepts, shooting techniques, and much more, with step-by-step instructions, lavish color illustrations, and therin-depth discussions that help you make each technique your own.
Your Easy Guide to Digital Camera Tricks and Techniques
- Learn to compose shots, select the right focal length, and choose the right exposure
- Discover how to change settings quickly and control focus
- Use advanced features like the histogram, exposure compensation, and built-in flash
- Select the right filters and supplemental lenses
- Set up creative photos of people, pets, and events
- Shoot dramatic skyscapes, nature photos, and nighttime pictures
- Learn how to choose the right photography accessories
- See how the techniques work in 32 pages of full-color examples
CD-ROM includes all images from the book and Adobe Photoshop Elements tryout
Review
“…one of the latest and most useful to hit the high street…ideally suited to those just starting to get to grips with digital photography…” (PC How to Digital Photography, No.20. 2003)
“…structured in a way that’s accessible to both digital photography newcomers and those who already have plenty of experience…”(PC Utilities, June 2003)
“…a guidebook is definitely a good investment, and this one in particular is ideal for helping out beginners…”(Internet Made Easy, August 2003)
Synopsis
* In the perfect companion to the bestselling 50 Fast Digital Photo Techniques (0-7645-3578-1), three highly acclaimed professional photographers share 50 all-new fast, easy, and powerful camera tricks both professionals and creative amateurs can learn to use almost instantly
* Where the first book focused on digital editing techniques, this one explores using digital cameras, lighting, filters, and concepts to produce professional results with "wow!"
* Lavishly illustrated with stunning professional photos
* Cross-platform for Windows and Mac, and tailor-made for the exploding digital photography market
* Companion Web site and CD-ROM are both packed with all images from the book as well as valuable utilities
Synopsis
System requirements for CD-ROM: Microsoft Windows 95/98/Me/XP/NT4/2000; Pentium processor at 120MHz or faster; 128MB RAM, 350MB free disk space.
Synopsis
* Companion Web site and CD-ROM are both packed with all images from the book as well as valuable utilities
About the Author
Gregory Georges is a photographer and the author of the best-selling books 50 Fast Photoshop 7 Techniques and 50 Fast Digital Photo Techniques.
Larry Berman, a former NBA photographer, has been selling his photographs professionally for more than 25 years.
Chris Maher is an award-winning fine art photographer who, for the last 15 years, has made a living from selling fine art prints at juried art shows.
Table of Contents
Preface.
Acknowledgments.
Introduction.
Chapter 1: Getting Familiar with Your Camera.
Chapter 2:Taking Pictures.
Chapter 3: Using Advanced Features.
Chapter 4: Choosing Accessories.
Chapter 5: Taking People Pictures.
Chapter 6: Photographing Nature.
Chapter 7: “Scape” Photography.
Chapter 8: Taking Still-Life, Art, and Auction Photos.
Chapter 9: Creative Photography.
Chapter 10: Moving Up to a Digital SLR.
Appendix A: What’s on the CD-ROM.
Appendix B: Companion Web Site.
Index.
About the Authors.
Colophon.
End-User License Agreement.