Product Details Paperback 126 pages Mountaineers Books Published 1995 Amazon.com How many times have you gotten back from a great trip, had those rolls of film developed, and then discovered that what you thought was a fabulous shot of a grazing moose or the Eiffel Tower by moonlight turned out to be less than spectacular? For all you National Geographic hopefuls, this is the book for you. This slim volume packs a world of information between its covers: chapters on composing photographs, the character of light, and how to measure it to determine exposure are followed by ones on camera equipment and how to get the best shots while adventuring and traveling. The book is intended for anyone with a 35 mm camera, from the simplest point-and-shoot variety to the most sophisticated single-lens-reflex model. Best of all, the book is small enough and light enough to take along with you on your travels. Idaho Falls Post-Register This is a good instructional guide to getting the view that you see to become the shot you want. Book Description In this completely updated, full-color guide, renowned photographers Mark Gardner and Art Wolfe share easy-to-follow tips for shooting outdoor images. Learn exposure and composition, approaching wildlife, capturing landscapes, and recognizing special photo opportunities. Chapters are devoted to working with direct light, mastering shutter speeds, and photographing in bad weather. Use this guide to become more technically and artistically proficient and to avoid common mistakes. Illustrated with breathtaking photographs from Art Wolfe's and Mark Gardner's own portfolios. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. |