Vintage-looking, dream-like textures can open up a whole new world in your photography. However, there is much, much more to working with textures than simply merging them with an image via Photoshop. This guide helps you learn what there is to know about how to maximize the potential of these excit..
In order to develop your artistic skills to the best of your ability, you must understand the science and the fundamentals of photography. This title covers various topics including digital resolution, digital sensor technology, scanner technology, color management, and tone reproduction. It offers ..
Photographing landscape with a film camera is different than with a digital camera. This book covers: equipment such as accessories and lenses; exposure from shutter speed and other common mistakes; shooting; light and its importance; composing your perfect photo; and, printing. It includes a sectio..
If you've ever wished you could learn about the creative possibilities the Lensbaby offers, this is the book for you. This title includes portfolio galleries covering a range of styles from some of the photographers working with a Lensbaby. It is the complete resource with the information you need t..
Microstock photography provides both professional and amateur photographers an opportunity to diversify their income and expand their artistic visibility by turning day trip photos or photography portfolios into viable business investments. This book details the technical and commercial processes of..
Starting with the basics of how to plan a rewarding field trip (whether locally or afar) for one day or a month, this book covers different aspects of camera handling and photographic technique including: how to make perfect exposures every time, ensure images of moving subjects, and decipher the co..
Should you buy a DSLR, or a high-end Point and Shoot (aka a compact camera) to photograph your pets and other family members? What about a camera that can do both stills and video? The author gives an overview of what's out there and how to find just the right camera (or cameras) for you and your fa..
However amazing the subject or technically excellent the photography, the single biggest factor in deciding whether a photograph is good or bad is how well it is composed. This book looks at this fundamental issue by offering instruction in a visual format. It covers the full range of compositional ..