The Digital Photography Book -Volume 2 - Photography Tips
Book two is written in the same format as book one and gives you many more great tips for photography. It adds a chapter on using flash, one on setting up a studio and a great chapter on shooting portraits. In addition it has chapters on landscapes, weddings, travel, and macro that give you more great tips on these subjects.
One of my favorite tips from this book is found in chapter 4 on page 114 where it tells you not to stop shooting after sunset. It states if you are patient and wait, after many of the photographers have packed up their bags, you will capture some magnificent shots. On many nights just after sunset the sky turns a deep,deep blue and beautiful colors appear. These will only last for about 10-12 minutes so you must be ready.
In September, I went to the grounds of a nearby college and I was shooting sunflowers at sunset. I had gotten some great shots, but then I remembered the tip about waiting around after the sunset for the great colors in the sky. I waited about 10 minutes and the sky broke out in beautiful colors. There was a fountain nearby and I photographed the beautiful sky reflected in the water of the fountain and pond. The resulting photo is seen below.
Wonderful review, Mary Beth. I remember reading one of Scott Kelby's photography books years ago while visiting someone and it was sitting on their coffee table. I 'meant' to purchase my own back then because I remember finding the simple, practical photography tips fascinating. Since my photography skills are sorely lacking, I think Kelby's books would greatly benefit me, especially now that I have a new digital camera. :)
ReplyDeleteI definitely need to add these books to my own wishlist! Thank you for the book recommendations. I often need a little instruction. It takes the guesswork out of things if someone give us direction :) Thank you Mary Beth!
ReplyDeleteScott Kelby is golden in the arena of photographic training. I would consider that boxed set of books the ideal gift. Love the way you crafted this review with personal examples of tips found in Kelby's teachings. That fountain photo is gorgeous. You are a quick study, for sure.
ReplyDeleteThe photographs are gorgeous, and yes I would absolutely consider this to be a thoughtful gift. I'll save it to my gift idea board of course
ReplyDeleteBeautiful books and post! Always love to see your photos!
ReplyDeleteGreat review! My favorite time to shoot is just after the sun sets. That's when I usually take my photo walks or end them. Would Book 1 help someone with only a point and shoot camera?
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