5 comments about Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with a Film or Digital Camera (Updated Edition).

1. It's an overall decent book with informative techniques and tips. The photos themselves are not spectacular, but they are not meant to impress and instead teach about the concepts. He does have a few very striking photos in the book which speaks about the author's creative talent. The book is slightly ruined by his elaboration on how much money he made off certain photos, and uncomfortable descriptives about his wife. Also, he overuses the term "who cares" aperture. I know it sounds cool and irreverent to say "who cares" but since the "who cares" aperture seems to have been used quite frequently, I'd say it is an aperture to care about. To be fair, he has a whole column on the f8 to f11 aperture which completely makes sense. The author also writes about little tricks (making fake rain) and mention very helpful tips (the brother skies). Coupled with his photographic examples, the author is successful in conveying his message.



2. Forget any other books about exposure. This is the best book that I have ever read or seen that covers how to use exposure and shutter speed so well. I recommend it even over the other books that Bryan Peterson has written. It cover the subject so well that no other book is needed. Highly recommended for any user of a camera, digital or film.



3. I last took a photography class 14 years ago. Having not owned an SLR in the interim until just recently, I had forgotten most of my knowledge. This book brought me right back to where I was then and took me even further. Definitely applicable to digital SLR photography in 2010 (though I hear a revised edition is coming out in August). Enjoyed the writing style as well. While the Sky Brothers and Mr. Green Jeans might sound cheesy, they stick in your mind and remind you of what you learned when you're out in the field shooting. Brilliant book.



4. I've taken a lot of photography classes and bought quite a few books on photography. What striked me from the getgo on my photography endeavor was the complete reluctance by everyone to give me some examples of how to make a correct exposure with my camera. Sure they would give me a list of measurements for each light situation but this book goes the distance: takes the photo and gives you the measurements. My only wish for this book was to have included the time of the day, but I guess that would have been a bit too much. For an amateur self starter like me, this books makes all the difference in understanding depth of field and of course how to compose the right exposure. The photographer takes a step back and tells you hey this is what I wanted to shoot, this is what I shot, and this is how I shot it. You will hardly get any other photographer to share that with you. I highly recommend this book.



5. I feel it is a solid book on topic. The photos are tremendous. The text does a very good job of covering the mix between exposure and shutter speed. It also covers the depth of field relationship to exposure. His books are all solid well written texts. I spent years and years in film with none of the gadgets in exposure that digital cameras allow for use. He reminded me of what that experience means in using exposure as a part of the art of photography.
   
   Easy to read, and makes one look at the use of exposure to create the effect that one wants to capture. Good reminder tool for new or experienced.

5 comments about The Digital Photography Book.

1. As an amateur photographer (at best), I found this book entertaining, easy to read and just as easy to follow. This book has great tips, and is one of the best that I have found out there. Kelby does not really teach you the "science," but rather what he would do in certain situations. It is written as if you are standing beside him at a photo shoot, he more or less directs you to which settings you should change and when, not necessarily why.



2. I have found this book a very good introduction to digital photography. I have friends that improved their knowledge and their photos from some of Kelby's insights. I personally enjoyed Rick Sammon's book. Rick Sammon's Digital Photography Secrets Rivchin



3. I already had this book and really enjoyed it. When my granddaughter became interested in photography I thought she would get a lot out of it. When I found out that she was getting a new digital camera for Christmas I decided to order this book as an addition to her presents from us. At last report she was reading the book completely and liked it a lot.
   Johnny



4. I find it hard to believe that I'm writing this, but I simply must save unsuspecting readers from frustration I experienced. I'm amateur photographer and always willing to learn something new, so I was lured to this book by positive reviews in my quest for knowledge and better pictures. I failed to heed the warnings in the negative reviews (which I normally do) and now I'm terribly regretting this because every bit of critique appears to be true.
   I usually read introductions and acknowledgements, so this book immediately alienated me with author's ill-conceived sense of humor. The funny part though is that author realizes (admits it in the book) that his humor attempts are "lame" at best but still insist of occupying at least 5% of the book with this trash. What also contributes to the injury is the author's writing style and "pro" reference in each paragraph. Basically each tip is aimed not at learning something new, but rather at "looking like a pro". I find it ridiculous, but it surely attracts all those photo-wannabes that give this book positive reviews.
   Now let's look at the content. Each page consists of paragraph(s) of text with some "useful" tip and a picture to illustrate the tip. Do not assume that pictures illustrate a technique, and you could learn anything from them. Most of the time pictures are pointless and/or of questionable artistic value. You will see plenty pictures of cameras, camera menus, camera controls, authors family and friends and even mindless clipart in cases where author was too lazy to actually come up with the photo. Bogus pictures occupy exactly half of each page, so you could surely cut the book in half and convert it to nice pocket format without losing anything.
   The quality of tips in the book is of dubious nature. I would say that about half of them is just a common sense. Trust me, you do not need a book to figure out that camera has to be steady to make sharp pictures or that by throwing away you picture CDs you are risking that somebody might gain access to your work. It also unlikely that you bought this book to be reminded that your work has to be backed up (several "tips" devoted to that).
   Now the tiny part of the book that actually contains some useful information is misdirected. For people that spend some time shooting (i'm not even talking about ubiquitous "pros" here) all the "tips" are self-evident and are on borderline with common sense. Many of them are blatantly oversimplified of just plain incorrect. For beginners those tips do not make much sense because they lack the basics which are not covered by this book.
   In general this book is the worst disappointment I ever had (in books at least :). Spend your time and money elsewhere. There are plenty of good books for beginners and advanced photographers out there and this is just happens not to be one of them. If you really want to improve your pictures better read Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with a Film or Digital Camera (Updated Edition) or Light: Science and Magic: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting. The latter, especially, going to make you a better photographer, guaranteed.



5. I purchased this book because I recently got a Canon DSLR also from Amazon. I am a total beginner when it comes to using a SLR. So I got this one because of the gret reviews. This book is very good. Easy to read and very informative. I've also bought a couple of others, but like this one the best. I am planning on also getting the volumes 2 and 3 in the near future.

5 comments about The Photographer's Eye: Composition and Design for Better Digital Photos.

1. In the past few months I have purchased and read around 12 books on both photography and photoshop/lightroom. This book is my favorite out of all of them. In the book Freeman lays out the basics of composition with detailed examples. It reads easy but explains CONCEPTS not PROCESSES. If you are new to photography or considering getting into it then read this book before any other. It will not teach you how to use your camera's functions (although it does in spots), but instead teaches you how to use your camera to capture the image that you want. If you've read other books on technique and function, then come back to this book to learn to maximize what you see in the viewfinder. Worth every penny.



2. "The Photographer's Eye" is a rare book that has a lot to say of value to amateur photographers, and that also probably appeals to pros as well. (I'm just an amateur with a digital SLR.) Rather than getting caught up in ivory-tower academic analysis, or just showing off the author's favorite photos with a few unhelpful anecdotes, as too many photography books do, "The Photographer's Eye" clearly and expertly gives the photographer information about virtually every aspect of composition. Even practicing the ideas on a handful of pages on this book would result in substantially better photographs for virtually every amateur snapshot shooter. "The Photographer's Eye" also educates the reader in a subtle manner as to what aspects of artistry result in a "good" image, without being didactic about it. The writing is easy to understand and casual, and the accompanying images really show the point being made in each section.
   
   I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in taking better photos, whether with a cheap point and shoot digital camera or a top of the line SLR.



3. I find this book hard to comprehend. I have tried to take my time reading this but have to continuously put it down. I have read three other photo books and have gotten more from them individually than this book could ever give. It is just too hard for me to understand. I would not recommend this for others personally.



4. I have more photo books than I care to count. The beginner books tend to be about getting exposure correct, say, or perhaps introductory digital photography.
   
   A second level is more subject related: I have many books on nature, landscape and portrait photography. These tend to be a mixture of technical and mechanical. A growing part of my library is on photoshop related books.
   
   This book is at the third level, one that I am trying to explore more. It is talking about the construction of an image, what makes it work from a design point of view. It does this by deconstructing existing sample images into their components. It talks about what is going on in the head of the viewer as their eyes encounter and explore the image, what makes for a satisfied viewer. As such this is the sort of book that could be just as useful to any visual artist, not just photographers. It is reminiscent of art courses I have taken in the past.
   
   As such it is close to being a classic; the reason for the holding back one star is that I find it is a little hard going. It is almost a text book. A book that needs to be read over a period of time. Then reread. Of course that is not necessarily a bad thing.



5. So far this seems to be a wonderful book, but the Kindle version is awful! Most of the images are so low res and pixelated that they look horrible even on my iPhone. I stopped reading it after a few pages.
   
   So the 1 star is for the Kindle version! The book I would probably give 4-5 stars.
   
   I am going to try to get my money back for the Kindle version and then buy the book. The label "Optimized for lagre screens" is definitely misleading for this product.

5 comments about Scott Kelby's Digital Photography Boxed Set, Volumes 1, 2, and 3.

1. This mans writting style is actually fun to read. He tells you what you want to know without all the history, un-nesesary, stuff - just right to the point as if he was standing right next to you saying - do this, then this, etc.



2. I'm an amateur and this book really helps me.
   I had just started reading this book and my photography skills already improved. I like that it doesn't get deep in technical terms and it just tells you, as the author says, like in a trip with him, what to do. The photo examples are very useful, especially because underneath it's the EXIF.
   I'd recommend this book to anyone who wants to become a pro.



3. easily read in an hour each and afterwards useful as reference, before you go on a specific mission.



4. It is the best book for a begginer.
   
   It is easy and interesting. I would recomend it to every one.



5. Great collection for virtually anybody who is interested in photography. Amateurs can learn quickly how to make pro looking photos, more advanced folks can quickly reference info without dealing with formulas and theories. Check also [...] for weekly show which will add to your learning experience.

5 comments about Captured by the Light: The Essential Guide to Creating Extraordinary Wedding Photography.

1. I don't normally buy wedding photography books, but after flipping through this one I couldn't resist getting it. The author, a former engineer, gives very specific advice on how to get certain looks, defines his terms, and shows example pictures both using and not using his techniques, very helpful.
   
   I liked the simple description of "loop" lighting and why it is desirable for this type of photography. The composition chapters, which very specifically list things to look for to set up a good shot, are also excellent. The author's advice on how to work with assistants to dynamically position off-camera lights to add depth and separation is also great, although unfortunately this technique requires at least one full-time assistant, so don't expect to duplicate the author's work going solo.
   
   Some minor nitpicks: I thought the advice for making a snoot out of a rolled-up magazine was silly, it looks unprofessional and there are many inexpensive, sleek-looking snoots on the market that don't risk damaging the flash unit or present a fire hazard. Also, the author repeatedly uses the word "perspective" when I believe he means "cropping" or "framing" as on page 25 when he says he stays in one place while zooming to change perspective. Additionally, I thought his equipment recommendations were strange since they involve low-end zooms that change aperture based on zoom settings, I would think this would interfere with the manual flash control the author uses.
   
   The book doesn't focus on gear but be warned the author uses Canon equipment so don't expect any Nikon CLS tips or anything but passing references to other brands. Surprisingly the author uses relatively inexpensive gear and recommends even cheaper gear to save money, which is fine I guess but considering that the author routinely shoots all-day events with two assistants, I would think the assistants' salaries are going to dwarf any equipment expense and this topic is not really touched on.
   
   Curiously missing from this book is any specific information of how the photos are post-processed in programs like Photoshop. Clearly some of the shots are retouched and the author occasionally refers to Photoshop, but there is no chapter on what his post-processing workflow is.
   
   Anyway, this is an excellent book filled with beautiful photos and real-world advice from someone who has done the work. Highly recommended.



2. I have been looking for a book like this forever! I have spent tons of money on books and videos on lighting, wedding photography, exposure, etc. But this is by far the best book I have found so far.
   
   It has everything and more that any photographer looking to get into the wedding photography would need. Lighting, traditional posing, lighting patterns, and so much more to make you stand out from all of the other wedding photographers out there.
   
   I also attended David's Digital Wake-up Call and have viewed all of his online training on Kelby training.
   
   I highly recommend this book and any other publications by David Ziser.



3. I've bought dozens of photography "tutorial" books over the years and this is the best BY FAR. The book is marketed as a resource for wedding photographers, but I think it should be marketed for ANY people photographer. Wedding photographers will appreciate the thoroughness of the 270+ page book. David does a great job of walking you through the wedding photography workflow and seeing his photos will help you appreciate stunning photography.
   
   The book is targeted to "Intermediate-Advanced" photographers, but I would not hesitate to recommend the book to someone just getting started in the world of photography. The examples and step-by-step tutorials are well explained and all are referenced with sample photos. I think most photographers appreciate a book showing examples of what to do and what not to do when photographing people.
   
   I've attended David Ziser's "Digital Wake Up Call" and have enjoyed his tutorials on [...]. I think this book is a perfect complement to the video training available there.
   
   David's photos are breath-taking and he displays the importance of using off camera flash. He also covers ways around using off camera flash by using a reflector, wall or even a white shirt to diffuse (or bounce) the light. I appreciate the options he provides, and others without the luxury of assistants will appreciate this as well.
   
   Nothing personal against Joe McNally, but I don't think his "The Hot Shoe Diaries: Big Light from Small Flashes" comes close to this book. After reading it several times, I'm still not sure why it gets such a high rating. On a ten point scale, I'd give it a 6 and give David's book a 9.5. And no, this is not a Canon vs. Nikon argument, but my honest opinion. Scott Kelby is a Nikon shooter and I give his books high ratings.
   
   Excellent book and highly recommended!



4. I'm going to start with the biggest negative on this book and then explain why I gave it 5 stars. The author is almost always discussing every shot with at least 1 or 2 assistants. If you are shooting with 2 assistants, you probably aren't the type of person to be buying an educational book. For the lone shooters out there, this book makes one wish they had the assistants.
   
   With that said, this book is fantastic. David Ziser is one of the best educators around and not only explains everything in a way that is easy to understand, he will explain it in fine detail. Most photographers are guarded when they discuss their techniques. I feel that half of them are afraid of competition and the other half are saving stuff for the "next book". Not here. This book goes in to finest detail and is THE MUST HAVE book for wedding photography. I wouldn't limit it to wedding photography either, as it's actually one of the better portrait photography books I've encountered.
   
   One thing the book is not, is a guide to how to lurk in the weeds and capture the wedding completly like a photojournalist. But, as the author makes clear, nobody purchases pictures of the backs of people's heads anyway.
   
   This is my 4th or 5th wedding photography book I've purchased. And, quite frankly, the only one that is worth keeping now that I have Mr. Ziser's book is the one by Neil VanNiekerk. Partially, because he also left nothing behind and gave up all of his secrets. And, partially because he explains the speedlite / single camera flash techniques in much more detail than David Ziser did.
   
   The only other way, aside from buying this book to get the information contained, is by having the decades of experience that the author does.



5. I love this book! This is the first time i've seen someone explain to me in plain, understandable language tips that really help my photography, I can already see the difference in my shots, i've read tons of books and sort of had the right ideas and mindsets but this says it in exactally the right way that it just clicks for me, this title was well worth it for me and I highly recommend it, wedding photographer or no, it gives good posing advice, explains basic lighting patterns, and several other insightful tips from someone with alot of experience.

5 comments about Photoshop Elements 8 for Windows: The Missing Manual.

1. I love books that give excellent details about anything I have to use. This book is it, gives in depth information that I have been looking for to help with the program. Besides doing photos, I use Adobe Photoshop for other projects that need touchups, cutouts, coloring, etc. This book will be just the help I need.



2. I'm a first time photoshop user, I was really against the idea of ever changing or enhancing your photos, I always thought you need to get them right in the Camera or it will be cheating, I'm not here to tell you why I changed my mind or how come I got to know how wrong I am. I want to share with you what I think about the book. I ordered both photoshop elements and this guide from Amazon the same day (I had downloaded the trial from Adobe website a couple of months back and then deleted it as I thought photoshop elements was complex and it is). I started reading the book and going over elements step by step and page by page. I am getting there and I'm loving it. It is a great way to teach you photoshop and it's working for me as a first time user. I'm having a wild time either simply enhancing my photos are just completely changing them. the possibilities are endless and the sky is the limit. This book as a great tool to teach you photoshop and get you where you'll be comfortable with a complex yet powerful software.



3. A manual one half this good should be supplied with the software.
   
   I have worked with full blown professional Photoshop for years. This book is really helpful...I recommed it highly.



4. Book arrived in time for Christmas giving and was appreciated by my daughter to enable her to more quickly dive into use of the new software she also received for Christmas.



5. Photoshop Elements Version 8's manual isn't entirely missing -- Adobe does supply you with several get-started pamphlets -- but if you want to really learn how to use this program, you need this book. As Adobe has made Elements "easier" to use, with multiple automated tools, it's also increased the complexity of the program and given you many more options. As valuable as the automation is, you still need to understand when to use each tool and how to apply them. For example, Elements' HDR-like Exposure Merge feature can be frustrating or mis-used unless you know exactly what it does. That's what you get from Brundage's comprensive coverage. Highly recommended.

5 comments about Exposure Digital Field Guide.

1. Somewhat elementary for me but still had some useful points. It makes me think about things that I already knew but had put on the back burner.



2. This book is excellent and I will recomend it to people starting in photography as well as professionals.Very well written and easy to understand.



3. Good book for covering all the basics of digital photography. Great for beginers. Puts things into plain English, with nice examples of what he is ralking about, so you can literally "see" the results (both good, and nad).



4. Well Angel Burns said it best in all the right words. Alan really knows his stuff and lucky for you, its all right here in this book for YOU to take advantage of!



5. This is the book that should've been in my less-than-amateur hands back in 2005. Clear sentences, clear explanations, clear LOGIC. Alan Hess surely knows how to communicate to the non-professional enthusiast, and gives tons of positive moral support by explaining the basics of exposure, shutter speed, aperture, and ISO in a totally chewable presentation.
   
   If you're just starting to get your feet wet in digital photography, don't pass up on this excellent book. Mastering the concept of exposure should be a primary goal, and Alan Hess gives a pretty impressive overview of how to start thinking and deciding upon the best way to produce beautiful images. Very insightful tips too.
   
   A great sub-title for this book would've been "Exposure Exposed!" Luv it. And, yes, this will travel alongside my camera for a long, long time.

2 comments about Portrait Painting Atelier: Old Master Techniques and Contemporary Applications.

1. This book imo has become the standard for learning to paint portraits in the indirect method. First, because other texts are outdated, shallow, and don't reflect the ascendancy of classical realism, many beautiful examples of which are shown in this lusciously printed work. Second, because the major thrust is to recapture the almost-lost fundamental techniques of the Old Masters, before our infatuation with the Impressionists and their greater circle largely blinded us from that very different world. Third, because the techniques shown help to go beyond the epidermis from the camera, yet with similar clarity, to let us become more as one with the spirit of the sitter, in the transparent modeling of the shadows, the emotions from color/temperature counterpoints. It is not gross hyperbole to say that painting a portrait can be a dance with the divine, to care so deeply not just about a likeness, but about the persona upon whom we lavish meticulous effort, because the devil is in the details, and this book goes beyond all others in making sure the artist avoids all the little technical things that bedevil the final image. Pivotal examples and names.
   And finally Madame S does so in a very well-written, gentle style that is both a pleasure to read and a training in patience of technique. The very feminine way to select a blending filbert, for example, with springiness just so, nearly parallel to the work, just so, to make the small circular blending just so, to follow the curves of the face just so. And thereby get very thin layers that allow the toned grounds to glow through. Rather like a lover with a slow hand. Beautiful brushwork that leaves no pits to doom the final glazing. A spiritual translucence. To go beyond a photograph.
   It is no surprise that her paintings do not photograph well, perhaps this is an attribute of most artists with whom we really connect, from Memling to Mattelson and many others, you have to be in the painting's presence to get the full effect. It reiterates the critical importance of having a mentor who can show how it's done and critique one's progress in learning. Not even this book can replace that, but it makes a very helpful head start or companion to any who would paint to the highest standards.
   Weaknesses? Not really. This is a seriously helpful book. You won't get her colorful language, and I would have liked to read a thorough introduction to lighting, posing, digital photography, post editing, color management, since there is no such adequate book for us, but the publisher already cut nearly a hundred pages to get this price point. She ah, feels rather strongly about the evils of some things, such as the use of alkyd soy oil, gesso panels [prefers canvas], PSE printout over transfer paper [a shame imo because gridding is great for really big works, but too slow for the usual sizes]. But better than being wishy-washy; when she knows what will work for you, you listen. Intently. The strongest teachers have the highest standards, strongly held. Follow them and you won't make a mistake. Experiment later with other approaches. For slow eye-learners such as moi, this book is essential.
   Sure, there are other great teachers, Frank Covino, Marvin Mattelson, followers of the Boston School, etc. with whom she shares many aspects of theory, materials and techniques, and there is no substitute for having such an experienced artist to critique your work. But you may not be able to just waltz in to their courses and get educated. Now you have a chance to get a good start until that day comes, for I'm sure she will inspire the same artistic hunger in you as well toward better painting. When you can deliver a truly beautiful image to the one who in essence has entrusted you with a vision of their soul then you can be happy too. But not until you learn. Here is the real deal. Strongly recommended to intermediate painters and up. Likely to be a classic, and now a screaming buy.
   
   
   Portrait Painting Atelier: Old Master Techniques and Contemporary Applications



2. The author presents a coherent approach to painting in traditional "Old Master" style. To absorb the wealth of
   valuable information takes several readings, as well as working through the exercises and much practice. Techniqes
   are clearly described.
   There are some impressive examples of painted portraits -- but not by the author. The step by step demos she herself
   does are not inspiring and result in stiff, "tight", uninteresting images.
   This book will be most useful to painters who have some experience and have already encountered the technical issues the author describes. Beginners will probably find it overwhelming.
   Incidentally, the author's mentor Domenic Cretara, who supplies the introduction, is a modern master in his own
   right, and his work is well worth looking up online.

5 comments about The Adobe Photoshop CS4 Book for Digital Photographers.

1. I had a real internal debate over whether to upgrade from Photoshop Elements 7 to Elements 8 or to CS4. I had used Photoshop a while back, but I really hated the interface, so I had gone with Elements several years ago. Elements is very good--it's got about 90% of what most people ever need. But, there were a few features I missed from Photoshop CS, so in the end, I upgraded to CS4.
   
   With all that said, I am not a Photoshop novice, but I am rusty, and there are a ton of new features that are new to me. For example, Bridge and Camera Raw didn't exist when I left Photoshop, so I appreciate the detailed coverage. Note that if you are a Lightroom user (which I am not), the Bridge chapters will be superfluous.
   
   If you are brand new to image editing, you probably won't like this book. It assumes you have some basic familiarity with the workspace and capabilities of Photoshop, though not necessarily CS4. The focus of the book is on how to accomplish common tasks, which is exactly what I am looking for. I particularly appreciate the chapter on workflow, since I find myself somewhat overwhelmed as I move from the world of JPEG photography to the world of RAW, which is my primary reason for moving back from elements to CS4.
   
   So, if you are a digital photographer who has played around with Photoshop in the past, you are probably going to love this book as much as I do. If you are brand new to Photoshop, hold off on this book in favor of a more basic tutorial.



2. This book is a helpful reference for those familiar with photoshop.
   It is necessary for novices and provides helpful examples.
   This book is the bees knees.



3. For a beginner it is a very well written book. However if you are new to CS4 it might be troubling as you have to have a previous intoduction to CS4 to know what to look for and what you can do with CS4. It is similar to the chicken or egg. Which came first?



4. If you own Photoshop ps4 this book is absolutely necessary.
   This book has solved most of my problems in learning ps4.
   The book is by Scott Kelby who is the authority on photoshop.
   All the instructions are easy to follow, step by step and well written.



5. I bought this book hoping that it would answer many of my image processing questions. Not only did it do this but I have also learnt many new techniques to improve my image output. This book sits on my desk next to my computer and is referenced nearly on a daily basis. I love this book and it has made my work life so much easier.

5 comments about Creative Nature & Outdoor Photography, Revised Edition.

1. This is a superb book on creative photography along with an introduction to digital techniques. The book covers a wealth of topics on photographic vision that are accompanied with magnificent photographs illustrating each topic. Thus, the reader's understanding of light, color, composition, and many other topics is enhanced by both clearly written text as well as the accompanying images. This is not meant to be a book focused on digital photography techniques (for that purpose I recommend Digital Landscape Photography by John and Barbara Gerlach), but it does include an introductory discussion of topics such as histograms, HDR photography, and some uses of Photoshop at appropriate points. This book is a joy to read and should be on every photographer's bookshelf.



2. I have not gotten all the way through this yet but it is a great resource of information and is quite nice to look at as well. There is no info on digital photo. everything she shots is on film, but the techniques used can be used on any camera. Enjoy!



3. Great book for those starting with digital cameras. Covers all major technical aspects, but best of all shares techniques for producing those imaginative photos we have all seen in mags and wondered about.Strong focus on creativity.



4. This book is for beginners. It explains the same thing again and again.
   Anyway, for beginners, it is a good book and you can enjoy the good pics.



5. Great Read for a Beginner Like Me.
   Ever wonder why so many photos you took are utter crap?
   I did and I found this book. It teaches you the art of composition.
   
   For all the technical stuff read a blog or something.