Creative Black and White

Creative Black and White
Author: Harold Davis
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2010-04-06
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 0470873027

Learn how breaking photographic rules can result in stunning black-and-white photos Black-and-white photography poses unique challenges; without color to guide the eye, contrast, lighting, and composition take on even more importance. Renowned photographer Harold Davis explains these elements and demonstrates the basic rules of black and white photography as well as when and how to break them. He breaks through the complexity of this photographic medium, explores opportunities for black-and-white imagery, and shows how to capitalize on every one. Richly illustrated with the author's own images, this beautiful guide presents the skills needed for great black-and-white photos while encouraging your confidence and creativity. Goes beyond basics to teach photographers how to conquer the challenges posed by black-and-white photography Appeals to professionals and serious amateurs who are interested in exploring creative black-and-white imagery Presents photography fundamentals and shows how black and white requires some of the rules to be bent Encourages creative thinking and confidence Lavishly illustrated with Harold Davis's outstanding monochromatic photos Whether you're a professional just venturing into black and white or a serious amateur, Creative Black & White will both educate and inspire you.

National Geographic Photography Field Guide

National Geographic Photography Field Guide
Author: Peter K. Burian
Publisher:
Total Pages: 368
Release: 2003
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9780792256762

From the institution that set the standard for exceptional photography comes the definitive how-to volume--fully revised and updated with the latest information. 280 photos, illustrations & maps.

The Beginner's Photography Guide

The Beginner's Photography Guide
Author:
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2013-05-01
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 146541634X

In contrast to the jargon-filled manuals that come with most digital cameras, The Beginner's Photography Guide presents step-by-step digital slr camera basics, while introducing and demonstrating a wide variety of techniques that will inspire the novice digital photographer. Grouped together by themes-color, composition, natural light, framing, and more-each camera technique is broken down into an easy-to-follow step-by-step sequence, and features annotated photographs and suggestions on getting the best from digital slr cameras and taking eye-catching photos.

Absolute Beginner's Guide to Digital Photography

Absolute Beginner's Guide to Digital Photography
Author: Joseph Ciaglia
Publisher: Que Pub
Total Pages: 368
Release: 2004
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9780789731203

Teaches basic digital photography techniques, including exposure, focus, lighting, file formats, file storage, the equipment and materials available, and how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements iPhoto to edit images.

The Photographer's Black and White Handbook

The Photographer's Black and White Handbook
Author: Harold Davis
Publisher: The Monacelli Press, LLC
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2017-04-18
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 158093479X

The Photographer’s Black & White Handbook is your complete guide to making and processing stunning black and white photos in the digital era. You’ll find inspiration, ideas, techniques, and tools to use in your black and white photography, along with a soup-to-nuts workflow to take you from black and white pre-visualization through capture and post-production. Along the way you will lean over Harold’s shoulder as he travels to exciting photo destinations and creates stunning black and white imagery, explaining his creative and technical processes as he goes. This definitive guide includes: ■ How to see in black and white ■ Pre-visualization in digital photography ■ Understanding black and white composition ■ How to create your own black and white workflow ■ Black and white in ACR, Lightroom, and Photoshop ■ Using black and white plug-ins including Nik Silver Efex Pro and Topaz B&W Effects ■ Extending tonal range with multi-RAW processing and monochromatic HDR ■ Post-production techniques for working with dynamic range ■ Creative black and white special effects ■ Find out how to tone, tint, colorize, solarize, and simulate IR ■ Work with LAB to create unique black and white effects ■ Great tools for unleashing your photographic imagination ■ Beautiful photographs by Harold Davis chosen to inspire and guide you

John Hedgecoe's Complete Guide to Black and White Photography

John Hedgecoe's Complete Guide to Black and White Photography
Author: John Hedgecoe
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2005
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9781402728129

John Hedgecoe is the world's best-selling author of practical photography books, and now his classic on black and white gets a well-deserved and beautiful update. Not only does it include all the modern developments in digital, but it features dozens of new photos, as well. Hedgecoe tackles the most common problems associated with the medium, covering such basic principles as how to convert color into black and white, both chemically and with the computer, as well as tonal range, texture, contrast, framing, movement, and filters. See how to implement these techniques in your still life, portrait, and landscape photography, and discover a range of traditional and digital darkroom processes for improving the image. "There's a lot...to like...commended for the consistant quality and beautiful design...There's real substance here."--SHUTTERBUG

Advanced Digital Black & White Photography

Advanced Digital Black & White Photography
Author: John Beardsworth
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2007
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9781600592102

"Taking full advantage of the latest features in Adobe Photoshop CS3, this book works at the frontier of black-and-white photography and digital imaging. You will discover the most creative ways to convert your picture to black and white, how to fine-tune the monochrome image, and how to emphasize your subject's qualities."-[book cover].

BetterPhoto Basics

BetterPhoto Basics
Author: Jim Miotke
Publisher: Amphoto Books
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2011-02-09
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 0817400249

Absolutely anyone can take better photos! If you can press a button, you can take great pictures. It’s as simple as that. In BetterPhoto Basics, Jim Miotke, founder of the popular online photography school BetterPhoto.com, shares tips and tricks to improve your photos right away, no matter what camera you’re using. Too busy to read a book? No problem—flip to any page for an instant tip to use right away! Learn to compose knockout shots, make the most of indoor and outdoor light, and photograph twenty popular subjects, from sunsets and flowers to a family portrait. Those who want to go further get tips on controlling exposure and the secrets behind ten advanced creative techniques. And everyone will appreciate Jim’s breakdown of easy fixes to make in Photoshop. No matter what your level of experience, you’ll be amazed how easy it is to start taking photos like the pros.

Mastering Black and White Digital Photography

Mastering Black and White Digital Photography
Author: Michael Freeman
Publisher: Lark Books
Total Pages: 174
Release: 2006
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9781579907075

Black and white has an enduring appeal that just keeps on growing. Above all, it's a medium for the fine print--one that benefits immeasurably from digital technology and inkjet printers. Written by a photographer well-known for his ability to explain complex digital concepts to a variety of audiences, this essential guide on the art of black and white is packed with information, hints, and tips, along with a plethora of stunning images. Discover how our colorful world translates into black and white and how to create a stunning monotone image. See how to render colors as gray tones and how to manipulate the tonality for dramatic effect. Experiment with high contrast, infrared, and pseudo non-silver looks. You won't believe the wonderful results you'll achieve.

The Portrait Photography Course

The Portrait Photography Course
Author: Mark Jenkinson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011-04-28
Genre: Portrait photography
ISBN: 9780321766663

The ability to create an effective portrait is probably the single most important skill any aspiring photographer must master. Few professional photographers, whatever their area of specialization, can hope to have a successful career without ever being called upon to create a likeness of another person. The Portrait Photography Course is designed to build a student photographer's experience and get him or her started on a rewarding career. Detailed tutorials cover every aspect of studio and location work, from composition and psychology to complex lighting schemes, equipment options, and digital retouching. Portfolios of exemplary images showcase individual photographers' work and demonstrate techniques explored in the tutorials, while interviews with top portrait photographers shed insight into their methodologies and philosophies. Presented and written by a leading portrait photographer, this book is an indispensable guide to taking professional pictures.¿