The Busy Girl's Guide to Digital Photography

Autorentext
Lorna has worked at the 'high end' of the photographic industry for over twenty-five years. Coming into the business at an early age from an arts background, she learnt her craft working alongside some of Britain's leading photographers. Leaving London and relocating to her native Devon she established her studio; dispelling the tired and staid image of social photography, she pioneered the reportage approach in her bridal work and applied her clean, graphic eye to the commercial field ... her unique style has been widely emulated. Founder and principal photographer of Bangwallop, Lorna and her highly skilled creative team have established a unique and exciting photographic company.

the gallery Showcases the work of internationally acclaimed photographic artists as well as providing a backdrop for emerging photographers. Within the main gallery you'll also find 'the pod' , our virtual gallery.

the bangwallop shop Offering a range of funky design led products, books, frames, cameras. Our boutique cafe, completes the experience.

the bangwallop shoots At the heart of bangwallop are our photographic studios and postproduction facilities; home to founder and principal photographer Lorna Yabsley. Lorna and her highly skilled, creative team of associate photographers and designers, offer an unrivalled service, to both the private and commercial client.

the bangwallop school Offering a range of courses for every level of skill, and interest. From basic digital evening classes, to full residential workshops run by our in house team and high calibre guest tutors. Books by Lorna: Dream Wedding Photography (new in paperback as An Introduction to Wedding Photography) 9780715336168

Klappentext

A complete guide to photography, aimed specifically at the female market. Features inspirational case studies and examples from professional and semi-professional women photographers throughout.

Zusammenfassung
This is the only complete guide to photography that is designed specifically for women looking to improve their photo skills. With inspirational case studies and examples from professional and semi-pro women photographers, user-friendly explanations and image critiques, this book is a practical toolkit for busy girls who enjoy photography.

Inhalt

Intro Setting the tone for the book fun, friendly and female orientated Section 1 Understanding your camera This section is a guide to understanding the different types of cameras and lenses, modes and functions. Learn how to use the camera and lenses - 'getting off auto' using A 'aperture priority' and S 'shutter priority' and M 'manual' taking full control of exposure. Understanding ISO and how to use the meter. TOP TIPS Providing more detailed explanations on the more technical aspects of each subject. Cameras - smart phone, compact, bridge, micro system, DSLR, medium & large format Lenses - prime, macro, wide angle, zoom, telephoto Exposure - controlling ISO, aperture, shutter & using your meter Composition - basic composition guides, recording an image, file types and image quality: selecting metering modes selecting focus mode evaluating exposure and using a histogram Section 2 Composition and approach by subject Intro The principals of composition. How to tune in and 'ways of seeing'. Aspect ratio and the nonsense of 10x8". Using your gear to best effect. Pushing boundaries and breaking rules. Subjects The subject chapters are full of great images with explanations on how the images were achieved from a composition perspective and tips on how to approach each subject matter. people - babies, children, teens and families events - weddings, parties, celebrations animals & wildlife - landscape & nature travel product & still life Section 3 Understanding post production A step-by-step, basic guide Photo software explained What you do and don't need to know An introduction to lightroom. File types - jpeg, raw, tiff advantages of shooting RAW files and introduction to RAW processing Workflow - downloading & backing up.cataloguing your images and understanding meta-data Basic post production - digital manipulation, print/sharing basic editing, cropping, colour correction and retouching. Print & sharing - exporting for print and email. Section 4 Turning pro and profitable - busy girls case studies Lemon Zebra - Two mums who have specialise in a school photography business. Nip Tuk My Photo - A young mum who specialises in a beauty retouching service on line. Rosie Parsons - Creative wedding photographer.