Digital Photography QuickSteps, 2nd Edition

Digital Photography QuickSteps, 2nd Edition
Author: Doug Sahlin
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2007-04-22
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0071510095

Step-by-Step, Full-Color Graphics! Take great digital photos right away--the QuickSteps way. Color photos and screenshots with clear instructions show you how to get the most out of your digital camera. Follow along and learn to manage controls and settings; compose your shots; photograph landscapes, people and objects; and capture action shots. You'll also find out how to edit, enhance, and correct your images, organize your digital image gallery, print high-quality photos, and share your images online. You can flip straight to the information you need easily using the color-coded tabs. Get the book that will have you shooting photos like a pro in no time. Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid

Digital Portrait Photography For Dummies

Digital Portrait Photography For Dummies
Author: Doug Sahlin
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 430
Release: 2010-01-28
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 0470590513

A full-color guide to the art of digital portrait photography Portrait photography entails taking posed photographs of individuals or set scenery and is the most common photo style among the most novice photography hobbyist to the most advanced photographer. With this easy-to-understand guide, bestselling author and professional photographer Doug Sahlin walks you through the best techniques for getting professional-quality digital portraits. Packed with hundreds of full-color photos and screen shots, this book discusses best practices for taking formal portraits, wedding photos, event photos, casual photos, and more. You'll examine the difference between using the built-in flash and natural lighting and take a look at the benefits of upgrading to a photo lighting kit and pro backdrop. Portrait photography is the most popular style of photography Features helpful information for everyone from beginner hobbyists to advanced photographers Shares insider tips for selecting equipment and choosing from the various tools for portrait photography Walks you through working with a wide range of subjects, including children, pets, and wildlife Discusses lighting and editing images Takes a look at ways to create a portrait that is suitable for framing Make sure your subjects are ready for their close ups with this fun and friendly guide to digital portrait photography.

Digital Photography QuickSteps

Digital Photography QuickSteps
Author: Doug Sahlin
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2004-12-28
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0072264047

We know a picture is worth a thousand words--so we went heavy on pictures and light on words in this easy-to-use guide. Color screenshots and brief instructions show you how to take great looking pictures with your digital camera. Follow along and learn to set up your shot like a pro, get the lighting right, photograph people, landscapes, and action shots, edit and enhance your digital images, print high-quality photos, share your photos online, and much more. Each chapter’s “How to” list and color-coded tabs make it easy to flip straight to the tasks you need to do. Get the book that helps you get the most out of your digital camera in no time.

Complete Guide to Ultimate Digital Photo Quality

Complete Guide to Ultimate Digital Photo Quality
Author: Derek Doeffinger
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2008
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9781600591662

For photographers, nothing’s more important than superior image quality. Thanks to advancing technology, and this exciting new resource from long-time professional Derek Doeffinger, that’s a goal any digital photographer can reach. Doeffinger has created the only book on the market that fully explains how to obtain maximum image quality at every step. In detail, he discusses how to achieve the ultimate result by choosing the right equipment, knowing the ideal camera settings for every situation, and intelligently adjusting exposure, focus, focal length, and shutter speed. Find out how to get the most out of digital software; color-correct, sharpen, and resize; or stitch numerous images together for maximum resolution. There are even tips for ensuring that the printed picture matches the quality of the original.

HTML QuickSteps

HTML QuickSteps
Author: Guy Hart-Davis
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 227
Release: 2004
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0072267089

We know a picture is worth a thousand words--so we went heavy on pictures and light on words in this easy-to-use guide. Color screenshots and brief instructions show you how to use HTML to build your own Web site in no time. Follow along and learn to write HTML code that works on all browsers and platforms, create a customized Web site, add graphics and links, use tables and frames, build forms, and much more. Each chapter's How to list and color-coded tabs make it easy to flip straight to the tasks you need to do. Get the book that gets you started writing HTML code right away.

Nikon D5000 For Dummies

Nikon D5000 For Dummies
Author: Julie Adair King
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 363
Release: 2009-06-24
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 0470555769

Full-color guide to everything you need to get the most out of your Nikon D5000! The Nikon D5000 packs a lot of punch into a camera that beginners will love, and now you can pack an equal amount of punch into the digital photographs you take with your new Nikon. Whether you want to understand the D5000's new exposure settings or learn photography basics such as aperture, shutter speed, and downloading photos, this book delivers. Walks you through the new Nikon D5000's features, including a 12.3 megapixel sensor, 19 auto-exposure modes, and a swivel viewfinder Shows beginners who may be new to DSLR cameras how to take good digital photographs-from using the right settings for things like sunsets, candelight, or portraits-to downloading to your computer and printing Demonstrates beginning to advanced techniques with over 200 full-color photos, giving you plenty of great ideas of what you can accomplish Offers practical tips and ideas from two expert digital photographers and authors Don't be intimidated by your new digital camera! This friendly For Dummies guide will get you up and running in no time.

PC QuickSteps

PC QuickSteps
Author: Guy Hart-Davis
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2004-08-17
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9780072258721

Learn instantly from step-by-step graphics! We know a picture is worth a thousand words--so we went heavy on pictures and light on words in this easy-to-use guide. Color screenshots and brief instructions show you how to manage, customize, and troubleshoot your desktop or laptop PC. Follow along and learn to install and configure hardware and software, manage files, access the Internet, set up a home network, secure your PC, and much more. Each chapter’s “How to” list and color-coded thumb tabs make it easy to flip straight to the tasks you need to do. Get the book that gets you up and running on your PC right away. In each chapter: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid Screenshots with callouts show and explain exactly what you’ll see on your computer screen while you’re doing a task Guy Hart-Davis is the author of more than 30 computer books, including Windows XP and Office 2003 Keyboard Shortcuts, Windows XP Professional: The Complete Reference, and Mac OS X Panther QuickSteps.

HTML QuickSteps

HTML QuickSteps
Author: Martin S. Matthews
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2004-12-06
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0071481982

We know a picture is worth a thousand words--so we went heavy on pictures and light on words in this easy-to-use guide. Color screenshots and brief instructions show you how to use HTML to build your own Web site in no time. Follow along and learn to write HTML code that works on all browsers and platforms, create a customized Web site, add graphics and links, use tables and frames, build forms, and much more. Each chapter’s “How to” list and color-coded tabs make it easy to flip straight to the tasks you need to do. Get the book that gets you started writing HTML code right away.

Facebook for Seniors QuickSteps

Facebook for Seniors QuickSteps
Author: Carole Matthews
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2011-11-05
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0071772669

Step-by-Step, Full-Color Graphics! Start using Facebook right away—the QuickSteps way. In Facebook for Seniors QuickSteps, color photos and screenshots with clear instructions show you how to enjoy the benefits of the world’s most popular social networking site. Written by a senior for seniors, this easy-to-follow guide shows you how to create your Facebook account, control privacy settings, find and manage friends, and share posts, links, and videos. You’ll also learn how to use Facebook email and the Facebook Mobile App, create and join groups, use Facebook apps and games, and secure your account. Stay connected with family and friends using Facebook and this practical, hands-on resource. Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Personal insights from other seniors Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid The unique, landscape-oriented layout of the QuickSteps series mimics your computer screen, displays graphics and explanations side by side, and lays flat so you can easily refer to the book while working on your computer.

Microsoft Office 2010 QuickSteps

Microsoft Office 2010 QuickSteps
Author: Carole Matthews
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 369
Release: 2010-08-13
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0071741615

Step-by-Step, Full-Color Graphics! Start using Office 2010 right away--the QuickSteps way. Color screenshots and clear instructions make it easy to ramp up the latest release of Microsoft's powerful productivity suite. Follow along and quickly learn how to create Word documents; build Excel spreadsheets; manage Outlook email, contacts, and schedules; design PowerPoint presentations; and use Office Web Apps. Get up to speed on Office 2010 in no time with help from this practical, fast-paced guide. Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid