Category: Books

Tuesday, March 25, 2008

The Photoshop Elements 6 Book for Digital PhotographersThe Photoshop Elements 6 Book for Digital Photographers is the definitive book on using Photoshop Elements 6. Scott Kelby and Matt Kloskowski show readers how to work with their images like a professional, from importing to organization to correction to output. The Photoshop Elements 6 Book for Digital Photographers is now available at Peachpit.com, Amazon.com, and other retailers nationwide.

The Photoshop Elements 6 Book for Digital Photographers is the definitive book on using Photoshop Elements 6. Scott Kelby and Matt Kloskowski show readers how to work with their images like a professional, from importing to organization to correction to output. The Photoshop Elements 6 Book for Digital Photographers is…

Thursday, March 20, 2008

Digital Photography from the Ground UpDigital Photography from the Ground Up is a new book from Rocky Nook that helps the novice photographer get started. Author Juergen Gulbins explains how to deal with the photographic workflow, from capture to print and storage. Digital Photography from the Ground Up costs $34.95 USD / £21.99 GBP.

Digital Photography from the Ground Up is a new book from Rocky Nook that helps the novice photographer get started. Author Juergen Gulbins explains how to deal with the photographic workflow, from capture to print and storage. Digital Photography from the Ground Up costs $34.95 USD / £21.99 GBP.

Saturday, March 15, 2008

Kubota Formula BookThe new Kubota Formula Book reveals some of pro photographer Kevin Kubota’s secrets for creating stunning images. This compact book features tips such as camera settings, special equipment used and creative capture ideas. The Kubota Formula Book includes over 40 before and after images plus a DVD with video tutorials on the Photoshop techniques and Kubota Actions used on each image. The Formula Book retails for $125.

The new Kubota Formula Book reveals some of pro photographer Kevin Kubota’s secrets for creating stunning images. This compact book features tips such as camera settings, special equipment used and creative capture ideas. The Kubota Formula Book includes over 40 before and after images plus a DVD with video tutorials…

Friday, March 14, 2008

The Photograph: Composition & Color DesignThe Photograph: Composition & Color Design explains the elements that are essential to achieving the highest level of visual design in photographs. This book is geared toward the serious intermediate and advanced photographer who strives to create outstanding images. Author Harald Mante explores the principles of line, shape, point, color, contrast, composition, and design in great depth, illustrated with more than 600 images from Mante’s own portfolio. The Photograph: Composition & Color Design is available now and costs $49.95 USD / £30.99 GBP.

The Photograph: Composition & Color Design explains the elements that are essential to achieving the highest level of visual design in photographs. This book is geared toward the serious intermediate and advanced photographer who strives to create outstanding images. Author Harald Mante explores the principles of line, shape, point, color…

Wednesday, March 12, 2008

The Digital Photography CompanionThe Digital Photography Companion by pro photographer and popular teacher Derrick Story is a new portable guidebook to digital photography. Perfectly sized to fit in a camera bag, The Digital Photography Companion provides examples of how to capture great shots of people, places, landscapes, and more. The Digital Photography Companion is available now for $24.99 USD / £15.50 GBP.

The Digital Photography Companion by pro photographer and popular teacher Derrick Story is a new portable guidebook to digital photography. Perfectly sized to fit in a camera bag, The Digital Photography Companion provides examples of how to capture great shots of people, places, landscapes, and more. The Digital Photography Companion…

Monday, February 25, 2008

Layers: The Complete Guide to Adobe Photoshop's Most Powerful Feature“Layers: The Complete Guide…” is a new book about the most powerful feature in Adobe Photoshop. “Layers” covers such topics as working with and managing multiple layers, building multi-layer images, blending layers together, and layer masking. Layers: The Complete Guide to Adobe Photoshop’s Most Powerful Feature is published by Peachpit Press and costs $39.99.

“Layers: The Complete Guide…” is a new book about the most powerful feature in Adobe Photoshop. “Layers” covers such topics as working with and managing multiple layers, building multi-layer images, blending layers together, and layer masking. Layers: The Complete Guide to Adobe Photoshop’s Most Powerful Feature is published by Peachpit…

Thursday, February 21, 2008

The Digital Photography Book Volume 2The Digital Photography Book Volume 2 is a step-by-step guide to achieving professional-looking photography. Written by best-selling computer book author Scott Kelby, The Digital Photography Book helps readers to shoot dramatically better-looking, sharper, more colorful, more professional-looking photos every time. The Digital Photography Book, Volume 2 is now available at Amazon, Borders, Barnes & Noble, and independent retailers.

The Digital Photography Book Volume 2 is a step-by-step guide to achieving professional-looking photography. Written by best-selling computer book author Scott Kelby, The Digital Photography Book helps readers to shoot dramatically better-looking, sharper, more colorful, more professional-looking photos every time. The Digital Photography Book, Volume 2 is now available at…

Monday, February 18, 2008

The Moment It Clicks: Photography SecretsThe Moment It Clicks: Photography Secrets is a new book by internationally acclaimed photographer Joe McNally. Part coffee-table book, part educational guide, the book offers a unique “triangle of learning,” featuring McNally’s distillation of important concepts, his images that illustrate techniques, and the inside story of how the shot was taken. The Moment it Clicks can be ordered now at Peachpit.com, Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Borders, and other retailers nationwide.

The Moment It Clicks: Photography Secrets is a new book by internationally acclaimed photographer Joe McNally. Part coffee-table book, part educational guide, the book offers a unique “triangle of learning,” featuring McNally’s distillation of important concepts, his images that illustrate techniques, and the inside story of how the shot was…

Tuesday, January 15, 2008

iPhoto '08: The Missing ManualiPhoto ‘08: The Missing Manual is a new book that everything you need to know to start using this popular digital photography software. “iPhoto 08 is the best release of Apple’s consumer picture management application to date,” says co-author Derrick Story. “I enjoyed learning about the new features and writing them up for the Missing Manual. I’m particularly excited about the improved Adjust palette with better controls to fine-tune our images.” iPhoto ‘08: The Missing Manual by David Pogue and Derrick Story costs $34.99 USD, £24.99 GBP.

iPhoto ‘08: The Missing Manual is a new book that everything you need to know to start using this popular digital photography software. “iPhoto 08 is the best release of Apple’s consumer picture management application to date,” says co-author Derrick Story. “I enjoyed learning about the new features and writing…

Wednesday, January 2, 2008

Photoshop CS3 RAWPhotoshop CS3 RAW is a new book from Mikkel Aaland which demonstrates how RAW data gives you greater flexibility and control during the editing process. Aaland’s up-to-the-minute edition focuses on the important features of Adobe Photoshop CS3, including Camera Raw’s new retouching tools, expanded controls, and ramped up sharpening features. Easy-to-follow instructions and illustrative graphics teach you which tools to use for each phase of your workflow, from managing shoots to perfecting photos. Photoshop CS3 RAW costs $34.99 USD, £20.95 GBP.

Photoshop CS3 RAW is a new book from Mikkel Aaland which demonstrates how RAW data gives you greater flexibility and control during the editing process. Aaland’s up-to-the-minute edition focuses on the important features of Adobe Photoshop CS3, including Camera Raw’s new retouching tools, expanded controls, and ramped up sharpening features…

Wednesday, December 19, 2007

The Creative Digital DarkroomThe Creative Digital Darkroom is a new book that takes readers on an inspirational visual journey. “The camera and the digital darkroom are only some of the tools we use on our creative journey. Without the most important tool, however, the creative and curious mind, even the best camera and computer system are just lifeless jumbles of equipment and software code,” commented authors Katrin Eismann and Sean Duggan. Available online now, The Creative Digital Darkroom costs $49.99 US / £28.95 GBP.

The Creative Digital Darkroom is a new book that takes readers on an inspirational visual journey. “The camera and the digital darkroom are only some of the tools we use on our creative journey. Without the most important tool, however, the creative and curious mind, even the best camera and…

Thursday, December 13, 2007

Digital AstrophotographyDigital Astrophotography is a new book from Rocky Nook that teaches you how to capture the night sky in all its glory. The book helps you sort out which cameras are best for the various celestial subjects, what to look for when buying a camera, and what accessories you really need. Digital Astrophotography by Stefan Seip costs $29.95 USD, £18.50 GBP.

Digital Astrophotography is a new book from Rocky Nook that teaches you how to capture the night sky in all its glory. The book helps you sort out which cameras are best for the various celestial subjects, what to look for when buying a camera, and what accessories you really…

Wednesday, December 12, 2007

Take Your Photography to the Next LevelTake Your Photography to the Next Level is a new book based on a series of essays originally featured on the Luminous Landscape website. Photographers will learn what is required in order to grow in their creativity and to gain a deeper understanding of their craft. Author George Barr takes a practical approach with specific suggestions and enough ideas and exercises to keep you busy and creative for years to come. Take Your Photography to the Next Level costs $39.95 USD, £24.99 GBP.

Take Your Photography to the Next Level is a new book based on a series of essays originally featured on the Luminous Landscape website. Photographers will learn what is required in order to grow in their creativity and to gain a deeper understanding of their craft. Author George Barr takes…

Friday, December 7, 2007

Photoshop CS3 Photo Effects CookbookThe Photoshop CS3 Photo Effects Cookbook teaches you to to cook up amazing results quickly and easily. “Day can be turned to night, skin can be transformed to wood or stone, and that image of your pet dog can sport a knowing, but subtle grin,” explains author Tim Shelbourne. Packed with 53 easy-to-follow recipes, inspirational digital imagery, and authoritative information and advice, Photoshop CS3 Photo Effects Cookbook costs $29.99 USD / £21.99 GBP.

The Photoshop CS3 Photo Effects Cookbook teaches you to to cook up amazing results quickly and easily. “Day can be turned to night, skin can be transformed to wood or stone, and that image of your pet dog can sport a knowing, but subtle grin,” explains author Tim Shelbourne. Packed…

Monday, December 3, 2007

The Complete Nikon Rangefinder SystemThe Complete Nikon Rangefinder System is a new book from renowned Nikon expert Robert Rotoloni. Completely rewritten, this new edition will have 1350 black and white illustrations plus 24 pages of full colour by master photographer Tony Hurst. Author Robert Rotoloni commented “It is the author’s hope that the vast amount of information and knowledge of this landmark camera series learned over the previous decades has been faithfully preserved between the covers of my new book for all Nikon collectors, present and future”. The Complete Nikon Rangefinder System costs £55.00 and will be available on 10th December 2007.

The Complete Nikon Rangefinder System is a new book from renowned Nikon expert Robert Rotoloni. Completely rewritten, this new edition will have 1350 black and white illustrations plus 24 pages of full colour by master photographer Tony Hurst. Author Robert Rotoloni commented “It is the author’s hope that the vast…

Thursday, November 29, 2007

The Nikon D80 DbookThe Nikon D80 Dbook covers digital photography basics, taking pictures, image optimization, lenses, accessories, and much more. Comprised of 620 digital pages in Acrobat format, the Nikon D80 Dbook offers clickable examples and digital images that explain before-and-after situations. The Nikon D80 Dbook is available now for $44.95 USD, £27.99 GBP.

The Nikon D80 Dbook covers digital photography basics, taking pictures, image optimization, lenses, accessories, and much more. Comprised of 620 digital pages in Acrobat format, the Nikon D80 Dbook offers clickable examples and digital images that explain before-and-after situations. The Nikon D80 Dbook is available now for $44.95 USD, £27.99 GBP.

Friday, November 16, 2007

The Glossary of Digital PhotographyThe Glossary of Digital Photography book contains over 1500 digital photography words, abbreviations, and acronyms. The Glossary has been extensively researched to collect the terms currently in use and to provide the most up-to-date meanings of these terms. The Glossary of Digital Photography from publisher Rocky Nook costs $39.95 USD / £24.99 GBP.

The Glossary of Digital Photography book contains over 1500 digital photography words, abbreviations, and acronyms. The Glossary has been extensively researched to collect the terms currently in use and to provide the most up-to-date meanings of these terms. The Glossary of Digital Photography from publisher Rocky Nook costs $39.95 USD / £24.99 GBP.

Tuesday, November 13, 2007

Managing Your Photographic Workflow with Photoshop LightroomManaging Your Photographic Workflow with Photoshop Lightroom is a new book which guides the user through Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 1.2. With easy to follow, step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations, the authors demonstrate how to use Lightroom to build an efficient photographic workflow. Managing Your Photographic Workflow with Photoshop Lightroom costs $29.95 USD / £18.50 GBP.

Managing Your Photographic Workflow with Photoshop Lightroom is a new book which guides the user through Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 1.2. With easy to follow, step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations, the authors demonstrate how to use Lightroom to build an efficient photographic workflow. Managing Your Photographic Workflow with Photoshop Lightroom costs…

Friday, November 9, 2007

RPS Portfolio OnePortfolio One from the Royal Photographic Society is a stunning ‘coffee table’ book covering current styles and trends within The Society and the photography of its members. Portfolio One features work from top contemporary practitioners, like Honorary Fellows David Bailey CBE, Art Wolf and Steven Pyke, to historical figures like Roger Fenton, first Secretary of The Society. Portfolio One comprises 240 pages (with dimensions 24 x 26.5cm) and is limited edition, full colour, high quality, hard bound and printed with a black cover. It is available for purchase from www.rps.org at a cost of £30 plus p&p.

Portfolio One from the Royal Photographic Society is a stunning ‘coffee table’ book covering current styles and trends within The Society and the photography of its members. Portfolio One features work from top contemporary practitioners, like Honorary Fellows David Bailey CBE, Art Wolf and Steven Pyke, to historical figures like…

Saturday, November 3, 2007

The HDRI HandbookThe HDRI Handbook reveals the secrets behind High Dynamic Range Imaging (HDRI). This book is packed with practical hints and tips, software evaluations, workshops, and hands-on tutorials, and HDR software is included on the companion DVD. Author Christian Bloch is a highly acclaimed visual effects artists works and lives in Hollywood, California. The HDRI Handbook costs $49.95 USD, £30.99 GBP.

The HDRI Handbook reveals the secrets behind High Dynamic Range Imaging (HDRI). This book is packed with practical hints and tips, software evaluations, workshops, and hands-on tutorials, and HDR software is included on the companion DVD. Author Christian Bloch is a highly acclaimed visual effects artists works and lives in…