"Through the Lens: A Beginner's Guide to Photography" is your passport to the captivating world of visual storytelling. Authored by Mohana Prasad, a passionate photographer and final year undergraduate in chemistry at Bishop Heber College, Trichy, this comprehensive handbook is designed to empower enthusiasts and aspiring professionals alike on their photographic journey. Delve into the fundamentals of camera anatomy, master exposure compensation, explore composition techniques, and unleash your creativity with insights into color theory and post-processing. Whether you're drawn to landscapes, portraits, wildlife, or street photography, this book offers a roadmap to hone your skills and elevate your craft. With practical advice, expert tips, and stunning visuals, "Through the Lens" is more than just a guide—it's an invitation to discover the beauty of the world through your own unique perspective. Unlock your potential, unleash your creativity, and embark on a transformative journey with "Through the Lens."

The first book in the Understanding Photography series, Understanding Exposure, was a runaway best-seller, with more than 250,000 copies sold. Now author Bryan Peterson brings his signature style to another important photography topic: shutter speed. With clear, jargon-free explanations of terms and techniques, plus compelling “before-and-after” photos that pair a mediocre image (created using the wrong shutter speed) with a great image (created using the right shutter speed), this is the definitive practical guide to mastering an often-confusing subject. Topics include freezing and implying motion, panning, zooming, exposure, Bogen Super Clamps, and rendering motion effects with Photoshop, all with helpful guidance for both digital and film formats. Great for beginners and serious amateurs, Understanding Shutter Speed is the definitive handy guide to mastering shutter speed for superb results.

Jason Youn teaches photography in a way that anyone can understand. This book is filled with information presented in a concise manner, the illustrations are simple & direct, the instructions and personal stories are invaluable, & his years of photographic expertise are evident in the advice he gives.

Unlock the secrets to stunning digital photography with "Digital Photography Mastery." This comprehensive guide is designed for photographers of all levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals, seeking to enhance their skills and creativity. Authored by an experienced photographer, this step-by-step handbook delves into the art and science of capturing breathtaking images. Discover the fundamentals of camera settings, composition techniques, lighting essentials, and post-processing tips that will transform your photographs. Each chapter is packed with practical advice, detailed tutorials, and stunning examples that inspire and educate. Whether you're shooting portraits, landscapes, or action shots, "Digital Photography Mastery" provides you with the tools and confidence to take your photography to the next level. Join a community of passionate photographers and embark on a journey to master the craft of digital photography. Elevate your skills, capture unforgettable moments, and create stunning visuals that tell your unique story.

Tom Ang's Digital Photographer's Handbook, 6th Edition is your ultimate guide to learning how to capture, enhance, and transform your photographs. This best-selling manual outlines key core techniques that every photographer needs to learn, building toward a series of projects you can use to practice and refine your skills so you can show off your images with confidence-every time. Whether you need guidance on how to use a flash or want to remove backgrounds from your image, "quick fix" troubleshooting tips assist you with frequently encountered issues. A buying guide reveals capabilities and limitations of all types of cameras, from phones to DSLRs, so that you can be sure you are getting the most out of your technology all the way through to the printing stage. DK's richly illustrative design and Ang's clear writing and direction blend together in this sixth edition of the best-selling Digital Photographer's Handbook to make stunning results achievable, whether you are a novice or a seasoned professional.

"A must-read for those who want to enhance their digital photography experience." —George Schaub, Editorial Director, Shutterbug and eDigitalPhoto magazines With a three or more megapixel digital camera or a good scanner, affordable image-editing software, and a photo-realistic printer, you have all the tools you need to create absolutely stunning images. But understanding all your options and getting the best possible results can be daunting. What features should you look for in a digital camera? What accessories do you need? How do you capture the best possible images with your digital equipment--and make corrections when you don't? What are the advantages of RAW capture? How can you get consistently great prints? Peter K. Burian, coauthor of the best-selling National Geographic Photography Field Guide, has taken the digital plunge and lived to write about it. The result is a practical, accessible guide that demystifies the world of digital photography and imaging--a must-read whether you're a photography enthusiast making the leap to digital, a gadget lover looking for the latest technology, a novice photographer, or anybody who regularly works with images. Inside you'll find: A buyer's guide to the essential equipment and software: learn the pros and cons of compact digicams versus digital SLR cameras; choose a suitable scanner; find the right imaging program for your needs; select the perfect photo printer Focusing, composition, and lighting tips for making snapshots that you'll be proud of Pro tips and techniques for using all your camera's advanced features Techniques for getting scans of exceptional quality, whether you're scanning prints, slides, or negatives Recommendations on upgrading your computer and peripherals for digital imaging Professional methods for fine-tuning your images in the digital darkroom Techniques for creating color or black-and-white prints of exhibition quality Tips on optimizing your images for use in e-mail, online albums, and web pages