Book review National Geographic Field Guide to Digital Black & White Photography

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	We live in a world of abundant color, where the many hues and deep color saturations camouflage our subjects. Is there really any black and white out there?” (pg 14, National Geographic Field Guide to Digital Black & White Photography). Those are the words of Richard Olsenius the Author of this great book on the art of black and white photography, a question that he answers superbly as you proceed through the pages of the various chapters dealing with techniques, tips, equipment and brilliant profiles of fellow photographers. From the brief history of black and white photography to the concluding chapter “On Black & White” he inspires and guides the reader through the trials, challenges and joys of capturing the world in simple monochrome. Although he does give tips on using film, the focus is really on using the digital medium through camera of scanner and printing off the end result on the ever popular ink jet printers of our ‘digital darkrooms’. The most rewarding pages in my opinion were the profiles of fellow National Geographic photographers, as they relate the tales of their dedication to Black and White, despite the mounting pressure to capture in colour the stories they wished to tell. In the introduction the author really defines the power of this medium – which is likely the root to my love for this style of photography. “With black and white, you can cut to the chase. It allows you greater clarity: the ability to capture a person’s character in his craggy face, to reflect the essence of a place through the play of light on landscape, or to record a timeless moment against a backdrop of action. Black and white distills the message; it helps you see through the camouflage of color to the essence of a thing, a person, or a place. It is timeless.” (pg 6, National Geographic Field Guide to Digital Black & White Photography) This book has been a pleasure to read and inspirational. I highly recommend it for any beginner or seasoned photographer wishing to further their knowledge in the art of black and white, or who would simply like to have some new ideas.

Shooting & Sharing Digital Photos for Dummies (Paperback)

Book Description Demystify your digital camera and start having fun! Find out about setting up shots, transferring photos, and making great prints Don’t let that digital camera sit in its box another minute! This book is much easier to read than the manual. It’ll help you decode the hieroglyphics on the buttons and cables, shoot the photos you want, and then get your pictures out of the camera and into the hands – or computers – of family and friends. The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun Book Info Guide to taking great pictures with a digital camera and sharing them with friends. Shows how to set up shots, transfer photos, and make great prints. Softcover. About the Author Julie Adair King is an accomplished photographer and writer. She is the author of four For Dummies photography books, including Photo Retouching & Restoration For Dummies.

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