Wiley Publications 2010, softcover, 7 3/8 x 9", 350 pages, color illustrations
Turn ordinary photographs into striking works of art
Mastering the craft of composing a photograph is all about having a trained eye. Digital Photography Composition For Dummies helps emerging photographers create stunning and compelling photographs by teaching the elements, techniques, and conventions used by skilled and successful photographers. It helps advanced beginner to aspiring professional photographers gain an understanding of the basics of composing a stunning and compelling photograph, as well as the parts, functions, and capabilities of their camera.
Determine the point of interest in a photo and how significance is achieved
Use the "Rule of Thirds" to create better photographs
Manipulate the viewpoint and understand the subject's direction of movement
Master depth of field, framing, and diagonals
Includes suggested exercises to apply as you become more comfortable with composition techniques
Complete with full-color examples and technique comparisons, Digital Photography Composition For Dummies allows you to take the high-quality photos you've always wanted!
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Part I: The Basics of Composition
Chapter 1: Photographic Composition: The Overview
Chapter 2: Developing an Eye for Composition
Chapter 3: Getting to Know Your Equipment
Part II: Elements of Photographic Design
Chapter 4: Introducing the Elements of Photographic Design
Chapter 5: Arranging Visual Elements in a Frame According to the "Rules"
Chapter 6: Paying Attention to Color in Composition
Part III: Arranging the Key Elements to Compose a Successful Shot
Chapter 7: Using Focal Points to Tell a Story
Chapter 8: Finding Your Perspective
Chapter 9: Backgrounds: As Important as the Subject
Chapter 10: Using Light to Tell Your Story
Chapter 11: Adding Interest through Framing and Formatting
Chapter 12: Exploring Other Compositional Ideas
Part IV: Composition in Action
Chapter 13: Showing People in Their Best Light
Chapter 14: In Nature: Landscapes and Wildlife
Chapter 15: Shooting Still-Life Photography
Chapter 16: Capturing (Or Stopping) Motion through Photography
Chapter 17: Artsy Photos: Fine Art, Composite Pictures, and Abstracts
Chapter 18: Improving Composition through Postproduction Editing
Part V: The Part of Tens
Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Improve Composition
Chapter 20: Ten Tips for Finding Photographic Inspiration
Chapter 21: Viewing Ten Compositions of One Scene
Index
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