Perfect Exposure;
by Jim Zuckerman, Writer's Digest Books, 4700 East Galbraith Road,
Cincinnati, OH 45236; soft cover; 160 pages; $27.99; (ISBN 1-58297-126-9)
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the fine points of exposure
with the expert help of Jim Zuckerman. His wonderful book contains more
than 200 images that serve as excellent examples for lessons on the
problems of working with snow, backlighting and fill flash, as well
as extreme contrast. He is always careful to explain every point in
vivid detail, which makes the solutions easy to understand and apply
to your own work. This is a must-have addition to any photographer's
library and it will certainly prove indispensable.
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Successful Underwater
Photography; by Brian Skerry and Howard Hall; Watson-Guptill Publications,
770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003; soft cover; 144 pages; $24.95; (ISBN
0-8174-5927-8)
What happens when you combine the talents of a professional photojournalist
who possesses extensive underwater experience and a marine naturalist
who is also a top underwater photographer? The result is an amazing guide
that not only teaches you the techniques of photographing marine life
but also supplies information about choosing the right equipment and how
to sell your images successfully. Skerry and Hall fill their book with
plenty of valuable hints and 150 color illustrations that make the lessons
as inspiring as they are informative. If underwater photography is your
passion then you simply can't be without a copy of this book.
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Photo-Imaging:
A Complete Guide To Alternative Processes; by Jill Enfield; Amphoto
Books, 770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003; soft cover; 160 pages; $29.95;
(ISBN 0-8174-5399-7)
Now is your chance to explore the vast and exciting world of alternative
photo processes with Jill Enfield as your expert guide. She offers plenty
of clearly written, step by step instructions on everything from using
liquid emulsion, to Van Dyke Brown printing, platinum and palladium printing,
Polaroid transfers, hand painting, Cyanotypes, and much more. There are
even 200 illustrations to highlight the lessons along with a healthy selection
of tested formulas. I highly recommend this book since it reveals a wonderfully
creative side to photography that will have you producing stunning works
of art for all to enjoy.
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Photo Painting:
The Art Of Painting On Photographs; by James A. McKinnis; Amphoto
Books, 770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003; soft cover; 144 pages; $24.95;
(ISBN 0-8174-5511-6)
McKinnis provides the skills needed to transform your collection of black
and white images into vivid paintings that you will be happy to display.
The process goes beyond the usual handcoloring technique because you are
not just adding a layer of color to the image, you're transforming
it into another art form. The photo painting technique will appeal to
photographers, fine artists or even hobbyists of all skill levels. The
170 sample images clearly illustrate the endless possibilities this technique
has to offer. This unique guide should produce hours of artistic enjoyment
as well as dozens of stunning images.
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Photographing Babies
& Toddlers; by John Hedgecoe; Sterling Publishing Co., Inc., 387
Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10016; hard cover; 128 pages; $19.95; (ISBN
1-85585-999-8)
Everyone wants to capture those priceless moments of childhood on film but
with such energetic or just plain uncooperative subjects, it's never
an easy task. With a bit of help from Hedgecoe you won't have to miss
those once in a lifetime chances or deal with ruined images anymore. He
provides over 150 adorable examples to illustrate each technique and morsel
of professional advice that should have you creating beautiful photographs
in no time. He can show you how to transform your home or backyard into
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The Complete Guide
To Outdoor Photography; by Paul Harcourt Davies; David & Charles,
4700 East Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236; soft cover; 160 pages;
$29.99; (ISBN 0-7153-1447-5)
Every photographer knows that capturing beautiful images outdoors can
be as rewarding as it is difficult. You don't have to face these
dilemmas alone since Paul Harcourt Davies offers a wealth of professional
quality hints on everything from equipment to film, lighting and subject
matter. The easy to understand instructions are generously paired up with
plenty of sample images and technical data that will have you duplicating
each fantastic shot without all the guess work and mistakes. This title
is suitable for photographers of all skill levels and I highly recommend
picking up a copy right away.
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