Focal Press Starting Photography by M.Langford/P..Andrews

If you are serious about learning photography this new 368 page book is just what you need to get started. Don't waste valuable time and money in trial-and-error.

This authoritative classic, written by a leading international photography writer and lecturer, has been updated by successful photographer, lecturer and best-selling Photoshop Elements author, Philip Andrews.

Benefit from his skill (and co-author Michael Langford's) experience and knowledge quickly as you learn how to use photography creatively, from scratch. Find out now how to create unforgettable pictures with this best-selling, ultimate introduction to photography. Langford's Starting Photography, now in its 5th edition and fully updated with cutting-edge digital methods, is packed with new sections, including portrait photography, shooting sports and action, capturing fireworks, and creating stunning still life images. Inspirational colour images throughout show what you can achieve, with practical suggestions for experimental projects to improve your technique.

All the fundamental basics are covered too: how to select and compose a good picture; how different cameras operate, whether film or digital; how to use the camera's controls - shutter speed, focus, zoom, flash etc; advice on how best to tackle different subjects - people, places, animals, landscapes, or close-ups, as well as invaluable scanner and printing techniques. Also you can polish your style with the brand-new lighting section on flash, studio and available light - and much more!

Contents:
Picture making, cameras, sensors and film, creative use of camera controls, tackling subjects, digital processing and printing, digital workflow, experimental and constructed pictures, presenting and assessing your work.

Just as the title says, this would be our recommended reading matter for anyone Starting Photography.

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