Absolutely. Many famous or successful professionals are self-taught photographers. This doesn’t mean that you can’t learn from others. You can use many resources, such as books, video tutorials, and podcasts. Of course, there’s great value in attending a photo school. Interviews with the photographers within each chapter allow the readers to get an insight into their artistic missions and working methods, while image thumbnails at the close of each chapter contain at-a-glance technical information. Read This if You Want to Take Great Photographs of People" by Henry Carroll is a must-read for street photographers who want to unleash their artistic prowess. Carroll's guide offers practical tips and techniques that will elevate your street photography game. I enjoyed reading this book because of the simpatic and relatable language Henry Caroll used while writing about the different photographers and their Pictures. While explicitly describing the techniques of the Photographers he managed to build in humor to distract from the books statistics but still remaining with the same theme. 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.

Now that everyone is a photographer, thanks to camera phones, the photographic portrait is more popular than ever. You’ll often find yourself doing a photo shoot in less-than-ideal situations – what can you do? Well, that’s the answer that you’ll find in this book. The authors present you with the ten worst situations and help you to overcome them. 52. Sketching Light. An Illustrated Tour of the Possibilities of Flash Read This If You Want to Take Great Photographs is part of the internationally–bestselling 'Read This' series, which has sold over half–a–million books worldwide and has been translated into over 20 languages. The Flash Book: How to Fall Hopelessly in Love with Your Flash and Finally Start Taking the Types of Images you Bought it for in the First PlaceSiguiendo la tónica de la colección "Lea este libro si desea tomar buenas fotografias..." éste se centra en las fotografía de lugares. Sin entrar mucho en la parte técnica sobre la que ya se habla en el primer libro de la colección, éste se centra más en la fotografía hablando por la parte artística y de encuadre. This book takes an approach to improve your photography that makes perfect sense to us. Here's how author Scott Kelby, co-host of Photoshop User TV, explains it...

Solid state physics Quantum theory Chemical bonds SCIENCE Physics Condensed Matter Física do estado sólido Mecânica quântica B&H – B&H is a world renowned supplier of all the gear photographers, videographers, and cinematographers need and want to create their very best work.The clue to the organisation of the book lies in the title. Individual photographers are each assigned to a ‘Master of…’ chapter – for example, Flash (The Bragdon Brothers), Urban landscape (Sally Davies), Noir (Giacomo Brunelli) and Hidden stories (Melissa Breyer) – and contribute six images. It’s also essential to learn how to process your images. In digital photography, this is done with editing software. In film photography, it’s done in the darkroom. But anyone curious about the origins and development of the form should treat themselves to a copy of this book. The author is a curator and art historian who has worked at London’s National Portrait Gallery but ‘Face Time’ is anything but a stuffy treatise about photo portraiture. Tamron – Need lightweight, compact mirrorless lenses? Tamron has you covered, with superior optics perfect for any situation. With weather sealing and advanced image stabilization, you’ll open up your creative possibilities. This is one of the best photography books for beginners because it’s dedicated to people with minimal equipment and shooting in a garage or some other unconventional location.

Buuut, I think this book does a great job of opening the world of photography to people who aren't well-acquainted. And it focuses on craft, the idea of doing something with the express purpose of doing it and improving as opposed to the doing of something to create Art.The book promotes the importance of TAKING PHOTOS over fiddling with a camera, and it recommends settings that get people out there taking pictures. It shows the masters, and it shows how the masters break the rules and why. 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. With chapter headings like ‘Me, Myself and I’ and ‘Death by Selfie’ setting the tone, ‘Face Time’ is a compelling exploration of this type of photographic practice, and the selection of images – stretching from the Victorian period to the present day – is always engaging, fun – and insightful. Read This if You Want to Take Great Photographs is ideal for the new wave of snapshooters using DSLR, compact system and bridge cameras, looking for top photography tips. Mylio Photos – Access your photos from anywhere, without the cloud! Easily showcase your photos on-the-go, resolve duplicates, find faces and look for those stunning locations.Every teacher has their method, and every student has different needs. However, there are some things that every beginner photographer should learn. With these themed chapters permitting a clear focus on a particular area – especially one you may not have considered before – this cleverly curated book is an ideal introduction to the possibilities of street photography. Fascinating for anyone faintly interested in photographing the night sky (and there’s a ‘how to’ section on p235), and inspirational for those already doing it, The World at Night really is a journey to some of the most far-flung places on the earth. Por otro lado muchas veces se muestra una sola fotografía de toda una colección y eso es algo que puede llegar a descontextualizar en exceso algunas obras que en su conjunto podrían llegar a tener muchísimo más valor.

From the author of the bestselling Read This If You Want To Take Great Photographs series, this jargon–free introduction covers all aspects of photographing places, including landscapes, cityscapes, architecture, and interiors. As he notes in his introduction, “post-production can make the difference between a good image and a great image,” and the remaining 11 chapters show you how to turn your photos into great ones. Shooting in Sh*tty Light. The Top Ten Worst Photography Lighting Situations and How to Conquer Them Full Book Name: Read This If You Want to Take Great Photographs of People: (Learn top photography tips and how to take good pictures of people) If you’re a beginner photographer starting to use artificial light, this is one of the best photography guides. Joe McNally explains how to use, shape, and modify flash lighting. It covers everything from the Nikon Speedlights to big flashes. 53. Studio Anywhere. A Photographer’s Guide to Shooting in Unconventional Locations

Yes, books are always an excellent investment. Free books are a good starting point, but they don’t usually cover advanced techniques or go deep into them. If you can afford them, get some paid books. If you don’t have the budget or the space to keep them, look for them at your library. If you plan to make a living from photography, you must also learn how to create and grow your business. You’ll find a few books on this topic here on the list as well. Radiant Photo– Radiant Photo superior quality finished photos with perfect color rendition, delivered in record time.Your photos — simply RADIANT.The way they are meant to be. Best for Beginner to intermediate-level users of Photoshop and Affinity Photo can’t fail to improve their editing skills after reading this. Lastly, I recommend that you learn how to communicate with your images. This involves finding a photographic genre that interests you, developing a creative style, and executing it.