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Inspiring readers through iconic images and playful copy, the bestselling Read This if You Want to Take Great Photographs has been revised and updated to include new photographers, a brand-new chapter on the art of feeling, and the latest hands-on tips. Striking images from a diverse range of acclaimed contemporary photographers, such as Anastasia Samoylova, Zanele Muholi, Nadine Ijewere, Campbell Addy and Tyler Mitchell, now join the masterpieces of Henri Cartier-Bresson, Robert Frank, Nan Goldin, Dorothea Lange and Martin Parr.
Ideal for users of phone, mirrorless and DSLR cameras, the book is split into six sections, covering composition, exposure, light, lenses and the art of seeing and feeling. Thought-provoking images by iconic photographers serve to illustrate points and encourage readers to try out new ideas.
Today’s aspiring photographers want immediacy and see photography as an affordable way of expressing themselves quickly and creatively. This handbook meets their needs, teaching them how to take photographs using professional techniques.
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Read This if You Want to Take Great Photographs
Inspiring readers through iconic images and playful copy, the bestselling Read This if You Want to Take Great Photographs has been revised and updated to include new photographers, a brand-new chapter on the art of feeling, and the latest hands-on tips.
LEARN HOW TO take photographs using professional techniques
INCLUDES IMAGES FROM OVER 50 MASTERS to illustrate points and inspire
BRAND NEW EDITION includes works by 23 new photographers and improved diversity of photographers
Publisher : Laurence King Publishing (June 27, 2023)
Language : English
Paperback : 144 pages
ISBN-10 : 1399606956
ISBN-13 : 978-1399606950
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.6 x 0.6 x 7.8 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book easy to read and understand with simple language and concise descriptions. They describe it as a good, quick read that provides useful information and principles. The book provides them with key compositional concepts and helpful examples from famous photographers. Customers find it packed with essential points and a good overview of photography tips.
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Geek Dad –
Approachable, simple and highly recommended
I wish I would have found this book years ago. It’s simple and straight forward in its approach to simplifying photography. Too many times I find myself getting tripped up in the nuances of built-in camera controls. This book cuts through most of the noise to get to the essential controls and the basic approaches to photography. It’s a quick read, but packed with essential points.Henry applied to a photography book what most good/great photographers do to imagery. He took a complex subject, and distilled it down to the essential elements.
Jose Canivel –
Great introductory read
Great introductory read; good examples
SnakPakAttack –
Good book if youâre just starting out
This book has lots of great examples and prompts for beginners and even intermediate users to look at and study. Handy little reference to have if you need some insight or inspiration.My only complaint is some of the photos showed a little more skin than I cared for in photography.
Stef –
Informative
This was a present for my husband, the book was well received and helped him taking better photos.I would recommended it.SS
Yami –
Simple and amazing review
If you are taking your first step into photography as a hobby, then is probably as good as you could do. He will give you a quick grounding in the numerous aspects that make photography an art form.He gives you key compositional concepts; from leading lines and framing, to rule of thirds and depth of field. Really making you think about your photographs while helping you develop your photographer’s eye. There is an excellent chapter on light which every photographer should be thinking about constantly. One of my favorite things from this book with the fact that the author includes the “tip” and an example of a well photograph that applies the concept.Also covered are the technical aspects such as the trio (aperture, shutter speed and ISO) and details of the various lens types and their differences.There are some stunning pictures throughout which exemplify all the points made in the book which I found inspiring. They were helpful in solidifying the different concepts in my mind.All things considered, I think this book is a damn good introduction to photography. Gives enough information to get you out taking good photographs without drowning you in formulas and jargon. Admittedly, further reading will be required as you develop as a photographer; but that is true of your journey into any art form.
BallroomPadawan –
Whether you use a phone or DSLR, you need to read this
I canât say enough good things about this book. I wanted to learn how to take better pictures once my daughter was born, so I spent a lot of time on Pinterest reading blog articles about it. Then I found this book and realized I wasted a lot of time. Everything I needed to know was right inside.If you have a DSLR, he explains how to use something other than your âautoâ mode in simple, easy to understand language. You actually UNDERSTAND how a camera works.The bulk of the book is about composition, or how tot ale a good picture in general: Lighting, poses, general rules (and how to break them effectively). Each concept is illustrated with pictures. While you might think this part isnât important, it absolutely is. In fact, itâs the most important thing youâll learn about photography. Yes, knowing how to use your camera is important, but your pictures will stink if you donât know how composition works.
The_Dude –
Good for Beginners
Good book for beginners to get some ideas about framing and perspective. Has some very cool photos to example these principles.
avidreader –
very helpful
I’ve been working on improving my photography skills for the past several years…I’d say I’m an intermediate amateur photographer. This book explains how things work and also gives practical tips, with excellent examples in the form of photographs that clearly illustrate each area. I also have the versions that focus on taking great landscape photographs and portraits, and they are also great.
Natalia Soares –
Esse livro é maravilhoso, ensina tudo o que tem que ensinar. Fala de coisas técnicas mas não se prende a isso!
Amazon Customer –
Fantástic book. Straight forward, easy to understand and perfect for those keen to learn basic tips and techniques without being overwhelmed.
Penman –
I have had this book a long time and still regularly dip back into it. I like the style of writing and the really good explanations. It’s not a book of rigid rules but an instruction guide covering all the basics of photography that both a beginner and experienced photographers would find useful.
Miss E J Gross –
Got this book as a gift for a friend who really likes it. Lots of great tips for a beginning to intermediate photographer, while also very easy to read. I liked the examples of photos using the different techniques. Shipping was fast,
Ivsil –
Les examples sont très clairs, il n’y a pas de complication pour les débutants.