Scott Kelby author of the groundbreaking bestseller The Digital Photography Book Vol. 1" is back with an entirely new book that picks up right where Vol. 1 left off. It s more of that " Ah ha-so that s how they do it " straight-to-the-point skip the techno jargon; packed with stuff you can really use today that made Vol. 1 the world s bestselling book on digital photography. In Volume 2 Scott adds entirely new chapters packed with Plain English tips on using flash shooting close up photography travel photography shooting people & 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 & 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. This book truly has a brilliant premise & here s how Scott describes it: " If you & I were out on a shoot & you asked me ' When I use my flash the background behind the person I m shooting turns black. How do I fix that? I wouldn t give you a lecture on flash ratios or start a discussion on flash synchronization & rear curtain sync. I d just say " Lower your shutter speed to 1/60 of a second. That should do it" Well that s what this book is all about: you & I out shooting where I answer questions give you advice & share the secrets I ve learned just like I would with a friend-without all the technical explanations & techie photo speak." Each page covers a single concept on how to make your photography better. Every time you turn the page you ll learn another pro setting tool or trick to transform your work from snapshots into gallery prints. If you re tired of taking shots that look "okay " & if you re tired of looking in photography magazines & thinking " Why don t my shots look like that?" then this is the book for you. This isn t a book of theory-full of confusing jargon & detailed concepts. This is a book on which button to push which setting to use & when to use it. With nearly another 200 of the most closely guarded photographic "tricks of the trade " this book gets you shooting dramatically better-looking sharper more colorful more professional-looking photos every time." ...

Straightforward clear answers to the most commonly asked digital photography questions. Whats the difference between optical zoom & digital zoom? Do more megapixels equate to better photo quality? Why is there a delay after I push the shutter release button before I can take another picture? If youve ever asked a question concerning digital photography & wished you had a helpful resource to provide you with clear reliable answers then look no further. With nearly four decades of photo experience under his belt author Jeff Wignall responds to 365 of the most common digital photography questions with informative practical replies. The full-color format helps you see what hes talking about. This title boasts a colorful yet simple design that helps you find exactly the information youre looking for. It illustrates each answer with one or more photos. It eliminates any ambiguity by providing you with authoritative answers along with clear illustrations. Digital Photography FAQz" is a well-organized guide featuring answers to questions that you havent even thought of yet." ...

A new edition gets you in the picture for learning digital photography Whether you have a point-&-shoot or digital SLR camera this new edition of the full-color bestseller is packed with tips advice & insight that you won't find in your camera manual. Digital photography guru Julie Adair King presents you with new & extensively updated information on topics that is written for fledgling photographers in a fun & friendly style. You'll explore tips for finding the gear that best suits your needs using built-in tools working with focus & exposure & shooting like a pro. However if you've already got an archives full of photos then this guide shows you how to upload edit manage & share your images. Advice for prolonging battery life an honest look at the pros & cons of digital SLR & a helpful glossary are all aimed at making your experience with digital photography picture perfect! Shows you how to set up your camera for basic shooting & use automatic mode common scene modes & all the camera's features Explains how to edit your images & fix common problems like dim lighting or red-eye Highlights ways to print photos at home or through a service & then posting online to social sites or send to a cell phone Helps you manage depth of field exposure & white balance Digital Photography For Dummies 7th Edition provides you with rich full-color examples throughout to help your digital pictures say more than a thousand words! ...

Helpful easy-to-follow guide for new digital photographers over the age of 50 Digital photography is a fun & exciting hobby but digital cameras can be overwhelming & daunting to a newcomer. If youre entering the digital photography world as an older adult-and wondering about which digital camera will meet your needs-this straightforward helpful book is for you. Written in full colour with lots of screenshots & clear easy-to-read type this friendly guide assumes no previous experience in digital photography & walks you through the subject of digital photography from start to finish: selecting which type of digital camera is right for you understanding the seemingly endless jargon benefiting from valuable photograph tips & much more. Provides guidance for purchasing your digital camera & deciphers the common jargon that is used in the field Walks you through all the features & functions of a digital camera Reveals top photography tips Explains how to retouch enhance & print your photos Demonstrates easy ways to share photos with friends & family Prepare properly enjoy the freedom & maybe even show the family a thing or two with this fun & practical guide! ...

In this new updated edition of The Digital Photography Handbook Doug Harman

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Learn to take photos like a professional with Tom Angs masterclass. Join Tom Angs masterclass for a one-on-one guide to every aspect of digital photography. Youll improve your skills develop your eye & learn to take control of your camera. Learn to be a better photographer; find out how to imagine the results you want before achieving them. Discover how to master the complexities of lighting composition & timing. Enhance your pictures with image manipulation then start to specialise in what interests you; from sport to portrait following Toms tips on taking genre photos. Tom Angs clear tutorials practical assignments step-by-step projects & inspirational examples of the photographers art teach you how to make the most of the creative freedom that digital photography offers. Soon youll be picture perfect every time. ...

Capture the seasons with photographer Tom Ang. From photographing a dew drop in spring to a beautiful winter frost you can now follow your hobby throughout the year with Digital Photography Month by Month". Be inspired as renowned photographer Tom Ang shows you how to capture the moods & moments of each season to stunning effect. Whatever your level of expertise or type of camera from the best digital SLRs on the market right down to camera phones you'll find tips & tricks to help you get the most out of your shot. Packed with "how to" advice & projects to keep you snapping throughout the year " Digital Photography Month by Month" is an inspiring & practical guide to taking beautiful photos in every season." ...

Go from digital photography set up to print out with this easy-to-understand visual resource Digital photography makes taking pictures easier but learning the tools to develop & manipulate those pictures can be a bit overwhelming. This full-color guide demystifies the latest digital camera models & their features & inspires you to be more creative with your camera & in your image editing. Packed with completely new photos this updated edition offers two-page tutorials & step-by-step instructions for taking better pictures understanding composition & lighting avoiding over or under exposure editing & organizing photos & making simple changes that can result in beautiful photos. Updated coverage addresses the newest video capabilities & guides you through effectively using common digital imaging software. Plus straightforward instruction & large font & image sizes make this book an ideal resource for both mature audiences & novice photographers. Offers easy-to-understand practical instruction for setting up your camera--whether its a compact or digital SLR--and learning its program modes Encourages you to experiment with lenses & focal length download & organize your images & fine-tune your photos with Photoshop Elements Explains good composition & exposure tools & equipment choices basic exposure flash settings & more Features full-color screen shots that demonstrate each task & stunning photos that inspire This easy-to-understand book provides you with invaluable advice & simplifies the world of digital photography so you can get the best shot possible simply. ...

Become a confident creative photographer with practical & inspirational advice from Tom Ang. Find your inner photographer with the fresh & contemporary Digital Photography Step-by-Step". Packed with expert knowledge & all-new previously unpublished images it is the perfect combination of practical instruction & visual inspiration. Reflecting all the latest advances in digital photography & covering basic principles techniques & 'quick fix' features answering the most frequently asked photography questions " Digital Photography Step-by-Step" is the most reader-friendly photography book on the market." ...

If youre a print designer or other creative professional who needs to create digital documents for multiple devices you will be thrilled with the powerful new tools in Adobe In Design CS6. Now you just need to know what to do with them. Digital Publishing with Adobe In Design CS6 examines not just the How of using the tools but also the When & Why of choosing among the various digital format options- e Pub tablet app PDF HTML & so on. Clear explanations & plenty of full-color graphics will guide you through the potentially confusing digital publishing landscape. Written by two longtime publishing experts the book thoroughly covers the theory & best practices for using the revolutionary new layout features in In Design CS6 including Alternate Layouts Liquid Layout Rules & the Adobe (R) Digital Publishing Suite (DPS) the complete digital publishing solution for tablets. Digital Publishing with Adobe In Design CS6 will help you: * Select the digital format that best fits the needs of your content & your audience * Work with the Digital Publishing Suite to package & publish your content as a tablet app * Use Liquid Layout Rules to automatically resize & reflow content to fit different-sized devices * Employ interactive elements such as hyperlinks buttons & forms * Configure your e Pub files for the best results across various readers ...