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Real World Digital Photography (2nd Edition) (Real World)

Katrin Eismann, Sean Duggan, Tim Grey

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Total reviews: 39 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

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The title of Real World Digital Photography doesn't adequately indicate the scope and sheer practical usefulness of the information within. The book not only gives a clear breakdown of how to choose and use a digital camera, it also covers everything from sound photographic advice (lighting, framing, and cropping) to manipulation of digital images (primarily in Photoshop). This latter section is especially well-written, covering everything necessary for color correction: levels, histograms, the unsharp mask filter--all explained clearly but without an overwhelming amount of detail.

This book is aimed at neither the casual consumer nor the professional digital photographer with $50,000 to spend. Rather, it is perfect for several types of professionals: graphic designers, design students, real estate and insurance agents, and many others. It shows how digital cameras work (what makes both the inner workings and the output differ from that in traditional film cameras); which camera to buy for your needs and budget; and how to take, edit, archive, and store pictures.

Many basic terms get clarified--for example, how JPEG compression works--and there are lots of sidebar tips such as how to progressively downsample an image in a way that preserves the most detail. The book also explains how to print the images on inkjet or dye sub printers. (Did you know not to convert an RGB image to CMYK before sending it to the printer? Let the printer do the conversion.)

A lot of the information and explanations in Real World Digital Photography will still be useful long after the featured cameras are considered yesterday's technology. --Angelynn Grant

Topics covered: Types of cameras and which to buy, how they work, the mechanics of digital imagery, setting up a digital "darkroom" and desktop studio, the basics of good photography, Quicktime VR, digital correction of images, preparing images for print or Web, and archiving digital images.

New Epson Complete Guide to Digital Printing (A Lark Photography Book)

Rob Sheppard

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Epson is the company at the cutting edge of quality digital photo printing, and their superb equipment makes it possible for everyone to print sparkling photographs at home. With the help of Rob Sheppard, editor of Outdoor Photographer and PCPhoto magazines, amateurs can enter Epson's brave new world with all the latest information. This latest edition of the Epson guide reflects the increasing sophistication of ink jet printing, with its faster speed and better tonal and color reproduction. It helps today's photographers select a model that has the right features, choose from the new options of quality papers and inks, and succeed in creating excellent prints and have fun while doing it. Sheppard passes on valuable knowledge on developing a consistent workflow, sizing and sharpening images properly, making black-and-white and panoramic prints, and much more. To complete the picture: the guide includes gallery sections from well-known photographers who are all Epson spokespeople and users.

Nikon Creative Lighting System Digital Field Guide

J. Dennis Thomas

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Use every amazing option your Nikon CLS offers

Light is the essence of photography. The Nikon Creative Lighting System lets you create the same lighting patterns with a portable, detached, wireless system that professionals achieve using cumbersome and expensive studio equipment. This practical guide is like having an expert at your elbow. It's packed with information about the CLS as well as tips, tricks, and recommendations for lighting a dozen different shooting situations. Take it on every shoot and get the most from your CLS.
* Know all about the features and functions of the SB-800 and SB-600
* Get insider tips for creating flawless portrait lighting and staging the best poses
* Set up masters and remotes, flash modes, channels, and groups
* Choose equipment for a wireless studio
* Use the ideal exposure and Speedlight system settings for shooting events, nature, sports, groups, portraits, or products

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Portrait and Candid Photography: Photo Workshop

Erin Manning

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Total reviews: 13 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

For the serious hobbyist 4 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

I found this book (And the entire Photo workshop series) to be very helpful especially to beginning and intermediate level photography hobbyists.

It assumes no previous knowledge of photography, and explains such things as f-stop and how things interact to affect exposure without being overly technical.

Each chapter ends with a "Lesson" or exercise to emphasize the subject of that chapter. And being able to combine the book with the website (Free membership) to upload your lessons for group critique (Sometimes including from the author) is a good way to improve you photo skills.

Note that though this is part of a series of books, there is no sequence in reading them. For that reason, there is a degree of overlap in each book.

That said, you really need to be using a SLR type camera to be able to have the control of the camera that many of the exercises require. A point-and-shoot may not allow it.

But for the serious hobbyist, I would say this book (and series) is worth the money and time.

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The secret to taking great “people pictures” is to observe your subjects, connect with them, and use your camera to its best advantage. Here’s how to work with lighting, location, angle, composition, physical characteristics, environment, and countless other variables, including the unique challenges of photographing babies, group activities, and action. Learn to capture facial expressions, tell a story with a series of candids, add interest to large-group shots, and more. Apply these techniques and watch your subjects come to life.

Adobe Photoshop CS3 Revealed (Revealed (Thomson))

Elizabeth Eisner Reding

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CS3 Photoshop Revealed 3 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

I purchased this book along with CS3 Photoshop Classroom in a Book. I can only compare the two, and I have to say that I like CIAB better. Revealed is hard to follow if you are just started out. As you get further into the class, if you are taking one, there are some helpful things things that you can't find in CIAB. My suggestion: Purchase both books together.

Whose fault is this!!!!! 2 out of 5 stars.
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I still have not recieved this book!!!! I recieved a notice from the post office--i guess it was the post office--saying they missed me. When I try to call the number back, it doesn't work. I had to drop my class because the book never came!! I paid good money for something I never recieved!!! Whose fault is this!! I really want my money back!!! ...if they did deliver it, I'm glad they didn't just leave it outside like the other book I ordered (sent by another company on Amazon), but it doesn't take away from the fact that I still don't have my book.

Editorial Review:

Discover all that Adobe Photoshop CS3 has to offer! With detailed attention to artistic and technical features alike, Adobe Photoshop CS3 Revealed provides a solid foundation for those looking to learn this industry-standard program. Real-world, practical examples and step-by-step instruction throughout offer well-rounded, comprehensive coverage. With extensive four-color artwork and screenshots that support and clarify key concepts, Adobe Photoshop CS3 Revealed is a valuable resource that will give readers the confidence they need to edit images with skill and ease using Photoshop CS3.

Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/450D For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))

Julie Adair King

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If you’re as excited as we are about the Rebel XSi/450D, you probably can’t wait to start shooting. Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/450D For Dummies will show you how to make every shot count! Even if you’re new to digital SLR cameras or are unfamiliar with general photography terms and techniques, this handy guide will show you how to feel comfortable with the controls and start taking beautiful photographs.

Don’t worry if you’ve never heard the words aperture, white balance, or ISO. You’ll soon be switching easily between automatic and manual modes, managing exposure, and using the all-important Quality setting! You’ll learn everything about the lenses, from how to choose the ones you need to how to handle them. You’ll finally know how to push just the right buttons to achieve the results that you desire. In a snap, you will find out how to unleash your creativity by manipulating exposure and lighting. You will find out how to:

• Control picture quality
• Adjust resolution for image quality and size
• Shoot in automatic and manual modes
• Review photos using Playback Mode and the histogram, delete unwanted photos, and protect valuable photos from accidental deletion
• Manipulate exposure, color, focus, and lighting
• Download, organize, archive, print, and share photos with family and friends

Complete with lists of ten fast photo-editing tricks and ten special-purpose features to explore on a rainy day, Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/450D For Dummies is your one-stop guide to setting up, working with, and making the most of your new Canon digital SLR camera.

Canon EOS 40D Digital Field Guide

Charlotte K. Lowrie

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Learn about the 40D and support Christianity... 2 out of 5 stars.
2 of 6 people found this review helpful.

I purchased Charlotte K.L.'s Canon Digital Rebel XTi field guide book and learned a lot about the XTi, which was why I went for her 40D book.

I must say I felt extremely uncomfortable with the Christian references - while some may consider the religious captions irrelevant, it still bothered me. I am not a religious person (nor am I an atheist). I found the religious references pointless and irritating.

Page 210 of her "40D Field Guide Book" (caption to the photo):
"The images in figures 9.10, 9.11 and 9.12 were shot for a cover and liner for a Christian music CD featuring Jessie Butterworth and the Overlake Christian Church worship team. The goal was to capture the spirit and energy of the concert for the cover and illustrate the concert experience with images for the liner. This is an establishing shot of the overall concert stage with vocalists and musicians. Exposure: ISO 400, f/2.8, 1/20 sec., using an EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM lens."

While I understand Christianity is a major part of our world's religion, to me, 3 mere religious related captions in a 300 something page technical book, is aggressive.

Editorial Review:

In the Canon EOS 40D, speed and reliability meet superior image quality and affordability. And the more you know about your camera, the better your images will be. So don't wait another minute. Learn how to work with color spaces and white balance, use Live View, set up the 40D for your shooting style, set and evaluate exposure, and more. Get helpful tips and advice that you can use every time in this handy guide that goes wherever you take pictures.

Scott Kelby's Digital Photography Boxed Set, Volumes 1 and 2 (Includes The Digital Photography Book Volume 1 and The Digital Photography Book Volume 2)

Scott Kelby

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This attractive boxed set includes:
The Digital Photography Book, Vol. 1
The Digital Photography Book, Vol. 2

In The Digital Photography Book, Vol. 1, Scott Kelby, the man who changed the "digital darkroom" forever with his groundbreaking, #1 bestselling, award-winning book The Photoshop Book for Digital Photographers, now tackles the most important side of digital photography--how to take pro-quality shots using the same tricks today's top digital pros use (and it's easier than you'd think).

This book shows which button to push, which setting to use, when to use them, and nearly two hundred of the most closely guarded photographic "tricks of the trade" to get you shooting dramatically better-looking, sharper, more colorful, more professional-looking photos with your digital camera every time you press the shutter button.

In Volume 2, Scott adds entirely new chapters packed with Plain English tips on using flash, shooting close up photography, travel photography, shooting people, and even how to build a studio from scratch, where he demystifies the process so anyone can start taking pro-quality portraits today! Plus, he's got full chapters on his most requested topics, including loads of tips for landscape photographers, wedding photographers, and there's an entire chapter devoted to sharing some of the pro's secrets for making your photos look more professional, no matter what you're shooting.

Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT Guide to Digital SLR Photography

David D. Busch

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A "must have" for the first time owner of a Rebel XT 5 out of 5 stars.
6 of 6 people found this review helpful.

While the Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT comes with a thorough owner's guide that nicely fits in your camera case or pocket, this fantastic book serves as a great combination of an informative beginner's guide to digital SLR photography AND an excellent manual specific to the Rebel XT that goes way beyond the included owner's guide in both detail and quality. Unlike the owner's guide, this book is illustrated with large color photographs of the XT's specific features and menus, as well as actual photographs taken with the XT to demonstrate the results of various camera settings and techniques. Even if you are an experienced SLR photographer, but are new to the XT, this book will be a valuable addition to your professional library. Even if you are the owner of a different digital SLR, this book will serve as a good introduction to digital SLR photography; but, I warn you, it will make you wish you had purchased the Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT instead.

Editorial Review:

If you own a Digital Rebel XT, then you're planning to do more than just take the occasional snapshot. You're serious about photography. As an avid photographer, you owe it to yourself to make the most out of your cutting-edge equipment. You want to conquer the features of your Digital Rebel XT and you also want to take amazing photographs - and you want to do both now! Welcome to the guide that can lead you to each of these goals. Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT Guide to Digital SLR Photography provides you with a concise guide to the most important features specific to your Digital Rebel XT, explaining not only how to use them but also why and when. Filled with full-color images to illustrate results at various settings, this book also helps you enhance your digital photography skills with techniques specific to the EOS Digital Rebel XT.

The Photoshop CS2 Book for Digital Photographers (Voices That Matter)

Scott Kelby

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Total reviews: 188 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Great Buy 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

This is the best Photoshop book I've ever purchased. It was recommended to me by a fellow photographer. Scott Kelby is very straght forward, he shows you step by step how to do everything. He makes photoshop easy, I was overwhelmed until I read this book, I use it almost daily, I am no longer intimidated by Photoshop!

Herer I learned how to correct and inprove all my photos 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Yes, that's true!
3 years ago I was a beginner with Photoshop.
I read all the book and learned how to correct all my photos.
People use to say that I take good photos.
You can see some of my photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/oscarburd/sets/1524858/ .
Hope you enjoy the book and the photos.

The Easiest Way to Learn Photoshop CS2 5 out of 5 stars.
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Like many of Scott Kelby's other books, this is written in plain english and teaches with such ease, I wonder why it's not included with your copy of CS2?

Scott Kelby has a way of teaching you to use this very complicated program that you'll be amazed at how fast you're editing your images like the pro's do.

My edition looks like a tattered mess due to it's use and how many times I've thumbed through it to find a solution to one of my problems.

If you own CS2, than do yourself a favor and buy this book

Editorial Review:

Kelby s 480-page book shows you Photoshop tips and tricks for altering your digital photo image, including a special chapter on how to set-up Photoshop s color management. You ll also learn: sharpening techniques, retouching secrets, processing RAW images, color correction, image noise reduction and more.