World Famous Comics: The Digital Photography Book, Volume 2
The Digital Photography Book, Volume 2
By: Scott Kelby Publisher: Peachpit Press Average Rating: Binding: Paperback Label: Peachpit Press Number of Items: 1 Number of Pages: 240 Publication Date: January 05, 2008
Product Description: 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, 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.
This book truly has a brilliant premise, and here’s how Scott describes it: “If you and I were out on a shoot, and 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 and 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 and I out shooting where I answer questions, give you advice, and share the secrets I’ve learned just like I would with a friend—without all the technical explanations and 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,” and if you’re tired of looking in photography magazines and 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 and detailed concepts. This is a book on which button to push, which setting to use, and 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.
Great book As usual, Scott Kelby delivers a book jam-packed with tips and tricks. You get a lot out his books, and I find I have to read them several times until it all sinks in. The one caveat is if you're interested in learning specifics about your camera, such as exposure, Scott Kelby is not your man. I would recommend books like The Betterphoto Guide to Digital Photography and Understanding Exposure.
The Digital Photography Book Vol 2 Love this book. Pro tips and tricks explained in simple terms so an amateur can accomplish pro photos. I own Vol 1 and 2 and will also get 3. Scott Kelby is a favorite author.
Buy both volumes You may be wondering if it's worth buying volume 1 if you can just buy volume 2. Get both. There is different material in each of these. If you are new to photography, digital SLRs, or just want a refresher, these should be the first 2 books you read. Great examples and it's well organized. Highly recommended.
BEST BOOK EVER This book is BRILLIANT. I get lost in the foo-foo chatter of most books. Quite frankly this is the BEST photography how to book ever written. He tells you exactly what you are doing and how to use your camera without feeling like you are retarded. Everything is straight and to the point and best yet, you get GREAT RESULTS. This and Volume 1 are the only books you will ever need for photography, throw the rest out!
Excellent book - picks up from Volume 1 I enjoy Scott Kelby's way of explaining digital photography - straight and to the point. Highly recommended for the beginner, and still very informative for the everyday amateur.
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