In reading the about the authors section I learned that Kyle is Laurie's son and think it's awesome that he was able to learn from her and then they write a book together. Anyway the book goes pretty in-depth with what infrared is, how it works, and what to use to photograph it. They talk about how specific things or scenes will look in infrared and the results one can typically expect. After that there is a section on processing with a section just for retouching eyes which often appear alien in infrared photos. There are several images at the end of the book with an explanation of the thought process behind them. This is a great read especially if you've read her other book on infrared and the female form.
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Thursday, December 31, 2015
Mastering Exposure by Mark Chen
This is a great book to start with for the beginning photographer. He talks in depth about each camera setting, how they work and how to use them, and how they relate to each other. Then there is an entire chapter devoted to all of the qualities of light including adding in flash. The final chapter covers processing images. There are also several exercises throughout the book to get you thinking. A solid book for those new to photography.
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On-Camera Flash by Neil can Niekerk
This book is about learning how to use your speedlite to its fullest to create great looking portraits. He covers what options there are for speedlite modifiers, what camera settings and what flash settings to use and different lighting techniques. He then gives a variety of example situations and how to achieve the lighting you want. A good book to get you comfortable with your speedlite.
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Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Mastering Infrared Photography by Karen Dorame
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
This is an in-depth guide to getting started in digital infrared. She explains what infrared is, the history of infrared and the benefits of permanently converting a DSLR to infrared. She also spends time discussing the unique shooting challenges of infrared. She talks about lighting, subject matter and processing techniques. There is also a collection of infrared images in the back of the book to inspire your own images.
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iPhoneography Pro by Robert Morrissey
This is an extensive guide to what you can do with your iPhone and with the advances to phone cameras achieving good results is getting easier and easier. There are descriptions of numerous apps for controlling camera functions and applying effects. He discusses basic photography skills and add on equipment such as lenses and led lights. Then he describes how to use this knowledge in a variety of real life settings. With the advances to phone cameras achieving good results is getting easier and easier.
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Wildlife Photography by Joseph Classen
This book is for those who are serious about truly wild wildlife photography. He covers the research and planning for such shoots. He gives lists of the necessary equipment not just for taking the picture itself but also what you need to survive in the wilderness. He goes very in depth with these items and the other necessary skills of tracking, camouflage, and calling which enable the amazing wildlife images in the book. He also stresses keeping safe and legal in all activities. He also states right from the start you should already have the photography knowledge behind you. This is not a book about f-stops and shutter speeds but it is a great read for those wanting to take their wildlife skills to the next level.
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Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Foundations of Posing by Pierre Stephenson
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
This is one of the most in depth books on posing I have read. He covers everything from head to toe literally. He discuss posing differences for men and women, for flattering different body types, and an entire section on how to correct for some common issues. He also goes through posing for groups. This was a very complete guide.
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