30-Second Photography
Title | 30-Second Photography PDF eBook |
Author | Professor Brian Dilg |
Publisher | |
Pages | 160 |
Release | 2014-10-01 |
Genre | Photography |
ISBN | 9781782402619 |
Who invented photography first, Fox Talbot or Louis Daguerre? Who got the patent? Who made the most money? Who are the greatest photographers and what have their contributions been? This book takes the 50 most important aspects of photography; both the major styles and the key technical aspects that make them possible, and explains each in two pages, 300 words and one picture. The book also includes 6 profiles of the greatest names in the history of photography and shares their contributions.
30-Second Photography
Title | 30-Second Photography PDF eBook |
Author | Brian Dilg |
Publisher | 30 Second |
Pages | 160 |
Release | 2017-07-26 |
Genre | Photography |
ISBN | 9781782405177 |
Why was the first human ever captured on film caught by pure luck? Where is the human blind spot, and why don't you realise you have one? What does authenticity mean in an art where originals can be reproduced infinitely and manipulated flawlessly? Packed with world-renowned photographs, from the daguerreotype to Polaroid and biographies of leading photographers, this book will capture your curiosity and expose you to new ideas about your camera, your photography and the visual culture that surrounds you. From the science of converting light into digital information, to the philosophical implications of freezing a moment in time, big ideas are tackled in bite-sized units: two pages, 300 words and one representative image at a time. Understand the 50 most thought-provoking concepts, techniques and technologies that have shaped photography into the ever-present art form it is today. The bestselling 30-Second series offers a new approach to learning whereby every title takes a popular topic and dissects it into the 50 most significant ideas at its heart, explained in just two pages that are easily digested in only half a minute.
30-Second Photography
Title | 30-Second Photography PDF eBook |
Author | Brian Dilg |
Publisher | Ivy Press |
Pages | 181 |
Release | 2015-05-11 |
Genre | Photography |
ISBN | 1782403515 |
Who invented photography first, Fox Talbot or Louis Daguerre? Who got the patent? Who made the most money? Who are the greatest photographers and what have their contributions been? This book takes the 50 most important aspects of photography – both the major styles and the key technical aspects that make them possible – and explains each in two pages, 300 words and one picture. The book also includes six profiles of the greatest names in the history of photography and shares their contributions. Whether you pick it up for 30-seconds at a time or read it from cover-to-cover, this book is guaranteed to have you thinking about your own and other people’s photography in a whole new way.
30-second Photography
Title | 30-second Photography PDF eBook |
Author | Brian Dilg |
Publisher | |
Pages | 160 |
Release | 2014 |
Genre | Photography |
ISBN | 9781435159716 |
Who invented photography first, Fox Talbot or Louis Daguerre? Who got the patent? Who made the most money? Who are the greatest photographers and what have their contributions been? This book takes the 50 most important aspects of photography; both the major styles and the key technical aspects that make them possible, and explains each in two pages, 300 words and one picture. The book also includes 6 profiles of the greatest names in the history of photography and shares their contributions. Whether you pick it up for 30-seconds at a time or from cover-to-cover, this book will have you thinking about your own and other peoples photography in a whole new way.
Perfect Digital Photography Second Edition
Title | Perfect Digital Photography Second Edition PDF eBook |
Author | Jay Dickman |
Publisher | McGraw Hill Professional |
Pages | 529 |
Release | 2008-12-15 |
Genre | Computers |
ISBN | 0071601678 |
Master the art of digital photography "Jay Dickman and Jay Kinghorn again have brought an insightful book on digital photography based on creating your best digital photographs, regardless of the rapid changes in the digital technology... From cover to cover, this book is filled with priceless information on how to get the great photos, and how to make sure they are your best." --John Knaur, Senior Marketing Manager, Digital SLR, Olympus Imaging America In this completely updated, full-color work, a Pulitzer Prize-winning National Geographic photographer and an Adobe Photoshop Certified Expert guide you through the entire photographic process, from composition to printing and archiving. The expert techniques inside this masterful guide help you greatly improve both the quality of your photographs and your proficiency in the digital darkroom. Perfect Digital Photography, Second Edition covers the latest technologies, including digital SLR cameras, Adobe Photoshop CS4, and Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, and offers tips for developing an efficient workflow. Stunning color photographs throughout the book show you the results that you too can achieve.
Understanding Shutter Speed
Title | Understanding Shutter Speed PDF eBook |
Author | Bryan Peterson |
Publisher | Amphoto Books |
Pages | 162 |
Release | 2011-01-19 |
Genre | Photography |
ISBN | 0817400214 |
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.
The Elements of Photography
Title | The Elements of Photography PDF eBook |
Author | Angela Faris Belt |
Publisher | Taylor & Francis |
Pages | 385 |
Release | 2014-06-20 |
Genre | Photography |
ISBN | 1136103252 |
Photography is a complex craft. Some excel at the technical side of image-making, focusing perfectly on the subject, releasing the shutter at just the right moment and making exposures with the precise amount of light. Others are artists and storytellers, capturing a fleeting moment in time which inspires a viewer to gaze upon an image and ponder its meaning. The best photographers are masters of both. In this highly visual, informative new book, Angela Faris Belt discusses the four crucial elements of photography that are essential for successful technical and conceptual image-making: .the photographic frame and its borders .quality of focus as determined by the aperture or lens .shutter speeds and their effects in relation to time and motion .the physical media used to create the aggregate image Step-by-step guidance including informative screen shots, traditional darkroom and Photoshop techniques, suggested exercises, and before and after images help both film and digital photographers improve their skills, learn new techniques, and better understand their craft. More than 300 stunning, full color images and portfolios featuring the work of over 40 prestigious artists provide visual inspiration as well as a gorgeous collection of artwork for photography enthusiasts.