Composition, Exposure, Lighting, Learning, Experimenting, Setting Goals, Motivation and More
The book offers a comprehensive methodology for enhancing creative digital photography, focusing on essential elements such as exposure, composition, and subject selection. It also delves into the importance of lighting, mood, and depth, providing photographers with practical insights to elevate their work.
A Behind-The-Scenes Look at the Creative Photographic Process
The creative photographic process is meticulously explored through Rick Sammon's insights, revealing that stunning images result from a deliberate and multi-stage approach. As a Canon Explorer of Light, Sammon shares his expertise, guiding readers through each step of transforming an idea into a captivating photograph, emphasizing planning and execution.
Focusing on practical techniques, this book offers twenty essential digital imaging workshops tailored to enhance skills requested by workshop participants. Each workshop features rich illustrations and base images on a CD-ROM, allowing readers to follow along step-by-step. The opening section provides an overview of Adobe Photoshop Elements tools and menus. Additionally, the CD-ROM includes short instructional videos for visual learners, demonstrating how to effectively use the software's key features.
The book offers a comprehensive guide to photography across various scenarios, catering to both casual and professional photographers. Rick Sammon shares expert tips for capturing diverse subjects, including action shots, portraits, landscapes, and cityscapes. Readers will learn techniques for handling different lighting conditions and composition styles, enhancing their ability to take stunning photographs in any environment.
How To Eat, Stay, Play, and Shoot Like a Pro
Focusing on the stunning landscapes and cultural gems of the Oregon Coast, this guide provides essential photography tips for capturing its beauty, whether using professional equipment or smartphones. Covering locations from Cannon Beach to Bandon Beach, it offers expert insights on photographing shorelines, rock formations, and lighthouses. Additionally, the book includes photo editing advice for various software and apps, ensuring that readers can enhance and preserve their travel memories effectively.
Top photographer Rick Sammon shares invaluable tips for capturing high-quality images with point-and-shoot cameras. This full-color guide offers over 100 techniques on exposure, depth of field, and flash settings, along with hundreds of inspiring photos. Perfect for enhancing your compact camera skills on your travels!
Focusing on the fundamentals of exposure, this guide offers practical insights for photographers at all levels. It includes over 300 new images that illustrate techniques applicable in various environments, whether capturing wildlife, portraits, landscapes, or seascapes. Readers will learn how to effectively manipulate exposure settings to enhance their photography skills in diverse situations.
