Digital Macro and Close–Up Photography For Dummies Csm Edition
Author(s): Thomas Clark (Author)
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Publication Date: 20 Sept. 2011
Edition: Csm
Language: English
Print length: 336 pages
ISBN-10: 0470930632
ISBN-13: 9780470930632
Book Description
Master macro techniques and capture brilliant up-close photos Macro photography uses specialty lenses and advanced digital cameras to capture stunning up-close images. This book helps you understand the nuances of macro techniques so you can take unique and remarkable close-up digital photos. Equipment recommendations, helpful tips, and coverage of specialized elements that are exclusive to macro photography all aim to make you more savvy and comfortable with macro and close-up techniques. In addition, the easy-to-follow steps and suggested exercises go a long way to make you more familiar with your camera’s capabilities so that you can take fantastic photos. * Introduces the techniques of macro photography and explores how to capture stunning close-up digital photos * Reviews using macro lenses, extension tubes, reversing rings, and other camera equipment and accessories * Shares tips for exposure and lighting techniques in the macro format * Addresses depth of field, working distance, and framing when shooting * Covers where to find subjects to shoot and setting up your macro studio With full-color examples and technique comparisons, this fun and friendly book presents step-by-step guidance for taking your close-up photography skills to the next level.
Editorial Reviews
Review
a useful and clearly written primer on one of the more demanding photographic genres. (Digital Camera Magazine, September 2012)
From the Back Cover
Master macro techniques and capture brilliant close-up photographs
This hands-on, friendly guide helps you understand the nuances of macro techniques so you can take unique and remarkable digital photos. With full-color examples, technique comparisons, and equipment recommendations, it gives you the skills to master this art form and capture stunning detail with every click of your camera.
Develop an eye for details — learn to train your eye to see things from a macro and close-up viewpoint to snap gorgeously detailed photos
Take the quip out of equipment — get the 411 on the different types of equipment available and your best options for specific purposes and projects
Let there be light — find out how to apply different styles of lighting in order to achieve the best photographic results
Get your gadgets in gear — put your tools to use with helpful guidance on photographing specific subjects and ways you can make postproduction improvements
Open the book and find:
Plain-English explanations of macro photography techniques
The difference between macro and close-up
The equipment you need (and the equipment that’s nice to have)
Advice on how to choose the right lens for you
Lighting do’s and don’t’s
Macro and close-up photography in nature
Tips for getting your subject to relax
How to edit your photos in postproduction
Learn to:
Use specialty lenses and cameras to capture stunning up-close images
Master techniques like the professionals
Practice your skills with suggested exercises
IN FULL COLOR!
About the Author
Thomas Clark is a professional photographer whose portfolio has landed him gigs with Sony, Nike, Puma, and Subliminal Records. You can view his image galleries on his website, tomclarkphoto.com.
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