Download or read book The Crafter s Guide to Taking Great Photos written by Heidi Adnum and published by Interweave. This book was released on 2012-01-03 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sell more of your handmade items with better photographs! Amidst the sea of handmade jewelry, apparel, housewares, art, and other crafts that populate blogs, websites, and online marketplaces, how do you make your items stand out? The key is great photography. Beautiful handmade items can be undermined by poor or uninspired images that fail to represent the detail and craftsmanship. With The Crafter's Guide to Taking Great Photos you'll learn that you don't need expensive, professional equipment to get quality results. Get simple, practical advice presented with the crafter in mind. Learn to make a lightbox, how to use natural lighting, and how to capture the detail in your work. Broken down into specific craft areas, you'll find tips on how to best generate eye-catching images that will help sell your items. Boost your online crafting business with The Crafter's Guide to Taking Great Photos.
Download or read book Photographing Arts Crafts Collectibles written by Steve Meltzer and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A classic reference enters the digital age! The long anticipated update of Steve Meltzer’s Photographing Your Craftwork is here--and finally artists have a guide that helps them produce high quality images of their work. Cutting through the jargon and hype around digital photography, Meltzer explains in plain language how digital cameras operate, and explores specific techniques for lighting and photographing jewelry, pottery, glass, installed art, stamps, coins, dolls, and other collectibles. Because a great portfolio and smart use of the internet are so important for professional success, there’s also advice on using such photo editing programs as Adobe™ Photoshop� and CorelPHOTO-PAINT Pro� to turn images into great photographic prints, exciting websites, eye-catching marketing materials, and submissions for exhibition jurying. A Selection of the Crafter's Choice Book Club.
Download or read book The Savvy Crafters Guide To Success written by Sandy Mccall and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take your crafts out of your workshop - and into the spotlight. Do you dream of making money with your art but feel unsure of how to begin? With The Savvy Crafter's Guide to Success, turning your hobby into a career is easier than you think. Leave the boring business books to the white-collar set! In these pages filled with plenty of artwork for inspiration, renowned rubber-stamp and polymer-clay artist Sandra McCall teaches you everything you need to know about successfully marketing and selling your work. She shares personal insights from some of the industry's top crafters, including Traci Bautista, Claudine Hellmuth, Michael Jacobs, Catherine Moore and Stephanie Olin. With sound advice, valuable do's and don'ts, and plenty of encouragement, you'll learn to: • Become a regular contributor to craft publications • Start teaching workshops at stores, retreats and craft shows • Assert yourself as an "expert" in your field Turn your dreams into reality. Turn your crafts into a career!
Download or read book Getting Started in Photography written by Jim Hamel and published by . This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ready to learn the art and science of creating stunning photographs? This book will get you started. It provides specifics for getting started with photography and taking control of your camera. You'll find everything you need to capture the incredible photos you've been after, including: -choosing the best camera and gear, -setting up your camera to capture the best photos possible, -mastering the exposure process, -taking sharp photos, -turning snapshots into compositions, -editing your photos quickly and easily (without using Photoshop), -displaying your photos online or in print. The difference between this book and other "intro to photography" guides is that this one is set up as a path to follow rather than just a cursory list of concepts and options. It will make you a better photographer in a much shorter time. As an added bonus, you'll find free videos and tutorials at Outdoor Photo Academy to build upon the foundation provided in this book.
Download or read book BetterPhoto Basics written by Jim Miotke and published by Amphoto Books. This book was released on 2011-02-09 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Absolutely anyone can take better photos! If you can press a button, you can take great pictures. It’s as simple as that. In BetterPhoto Basics, Jim Miotke, founder of the popular online photography school BetterPhoto.com, shares tips and tricks to improve your photos right away, no matter what camera you’re using. Too busy to read a book? No problem—flip to any page for an instant tip to use right away! Learn to compose knockout shots, make the most of indoor and outdoor light, and photograph twenty popular subjects, from sunsets and flowers to a family portrait. Those who want to go further get tips on controlling exposure and the secrets behind ten advanced creative techniques. And everyone will appreciate Jim’s breakdown of easy fixes to make in Photoshop. No matter what your level of experience, you’ll be amazed how easy it is to start taking photos like the pros.
Download or read book Complete Photography The Beginner s Guide to Taking Great Photos written by Chris Gatcum and published by Ilex Press. This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete and accessible guide to photography, bringing fantastic photography within everyone's grasp Whatever your level of photographic experience, this incredibly in-depth guide is guaranteed to raise your game. Take the guesswork out of your photography and understand not just what to do with your camera, but how and why this affects the photos you take. You'll learn how to compose a shot for visual impact, focus it to attract the viewer's eye, expose it so every detail is captured and so much more. Photography never stands still so it doesn't matter what camera you have, whether you own an SLR, film camera or a compact digital camera, Gatcum will teach you how to take the best photos possible. As well as Gatcum's own expertise on the subject, Complete Photography is packed with tips and masterclasses from other inspirational professionals.
Download or read book Make Great Photos written by Alan Hess and published by Rocky Nook, Inc.. This book was released on 2018-10-10 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learning the basics of photography can seem like a daunting task. At first glance, there is a whole new world of terminology to digest and tons of numbers to master. It can be confusing, frustrating, and overwhelming. It’s no wonder many people set their cameras to Auto and hope for the best in whatever situation they’re shooting, whether that’s a child’s soccer game, a birthday party, or a vacation. Unless luck strikes, the resulting images are usually not very good.
But it doesn’t have to be this way. Enter Make Great Photos: A Friendly Guide for Improving Your Photographs. In this book, photographer and author Alan Hess teaches you the basics of photography by breaking down the topic into its fundamental parts. In the first section of the book, Alan explains what makes a great photo in the first place, examining a selection of images and working through why each one is successful. He then dives into chapters that cover the photographic choices every photographer needs to make. These choices boil down to just three main topics: light, focus, and composition. In the second part of Make Great Photos, Alan addresses specific shooting situations—categorized into travel, sports and action, events, and people—discussing the challenges that each scenario poses and how to conquer them. Finally, you’ll learn the top five basic edits you need to know to make your images pop when you share them online. At the end of chapters, there are thoughtful exercises and assignments that push you to learn and grow in your photography. These fun activities help you fully absorb the lessons throughout the book so you can head out with your camera and capture great images. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px Verdana} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px Verdana; min-height: 13.0px}
Download or read book Beginner s Photography Guide written by A. S. Kelsey and published by Zen Mastery Srl. This book was released on 2021-02-15 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beginner's Photography Guide: The Ultimate Guide to Learning How to Take Photos All the Time, Learn Expert Photography Tips and Pointers to Snap the Perfect Photo Each Time Are you interested in learning how to take great photos? Are you planning on buying a good camera to pursue your interest in photography? Nowadays, one does not even need a fancy camera to take great photos. Advanced technology has allowed us to have mobile phones that can take great photos. But cameras are still different and if you are thinking of pursuing a hobby or maybe even a career in photography in the future, buying a camera would help you get much closer to that goal. This book will give you different pointers on how to take amazing photos every time. You will learn different pointers on how to develop and improve your photography skills. You will learn everything from the basics to know how to take photos in different settings and occasions. Photography is an art and you'll eventually learn that no matter how long you've been taking photos, there is still something to discover and learn about this art. As with other craft, practice is what would make you get better. And this book has plenty of pointers to help you improve your photography skills. If you want to have a basic guide on how you can get started and improve your photography skills, scroll up and click "add to cart" now.
Download or read book 100 Ways to Make Good Photos Great written by Peter Cope and published by David & Charles. This book was released on 2013-07-15 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover 100 ideas for turning your good photos into great ones. This is a practical and accessible guide that includes inspirational examples of great photographs and compares and contrasts these with more average images. This, along with easy to follow tips and techniques, will show you how easy it easy to achieve the same results. 100 Ways to Make Good Photos Great covers all of the key photographic genres - capturing the perfect portraits, shooting social photography, photographing the outdoors, indoor photography, taking great photos of your holidays and travels, and shooting night and low light photography - as well as getting the very best from your shots through creating portfolios and presentations. Now that most people have a camera or camera phone, the term 'point and shoot' has become ever prevalent. However, sometimes we will want something more than good snapshots. 100 Ways to Make Good Photos Great will show you ways, often simple and fun ways, to create great photos that will be more emotive and meaningful to you. Cutting through the mystique in photography, whether you are an aspirational amateur wanting to make your photographs even better, or an enthusiastic beginner who just wants to produce more satisfying results, this practical guide offers useful professional tips and techniques to take your photography to the next level.
Download or read book Photography written by James Driver and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-08-06 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DISCOVER:: How to Take Breath Taking Photos Every time* * *LIMITED TIME OFFER! 50% OFF! (Regular Price $5.99)* * *A Complete Guide to Go from Newbie to Pro!This book is intended for photo enthusiasts and beginners in photography who wish to understand and learn the basics of photography - both the science and the art of it! The book- 'Photography for Beginners'' provides a comprehensive seven step methodology to achieving great pictures. It ensures that you familiarize yourself with your camera and fully understand it. It also takes you through the technical jargons of photography and tries to explain these to you in simple layman language. There are a number of tips and techniques that can help you get the best out of your pictures - could be creating impact through lines or balance or using light to your advantage - the book tells you how you can use each of these features in order to draw maximum benefits and create impactful photos. Photography in itself is an exciting passion. It is so much fun! Capture the Beautiful Moments, One Photo at a TimeThe intention of this book is to teach you just enough so that you can get out there shooting instead of getting bogged down by useless details. And though this is not a science book, I encourage you to experiment. The last chapter of the book provides some great tips on how you can improve your photography skills day on day plus there is a bonus chapter on clicking great pictures with your cellphone! Finally, follow the tips in the book, experiment and don't be afraid to fall! That way you will truly master the art and science of photography! Download:: PHOTOGRAPHY to learn about ..... * A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words! * Step One: It's The Photographer! * Step Two: Understanding Your Camera * Step Three: Understanding Exposure or Shall We Say the Technical Stuff? * Step Four: Creating Images of Impact * Step Five: Using Natural Light to Your Advantage (The Art of Clicking Great Landscapes) * Step Six: Making Your Subjects Appear Their Best (The Art of Clicking Great Portraits) * Step Seven: Avoiding the Common DSLR Mistakes * Bonus: Taking Better Pictures with Your Cell PhoneWant to Know More?Hurry! For a limited time you can download "Photography: The Complete Beginners Guide to Taking BRILLIANT Photographs that Capture Your Amazingly Beautiful World" for a special discounted price of only $2.99Download Your Copy Right Now!Just Scroll to the top of the page and select the Buy Button. -----TAGS: photography, photography books, photography for beginners, digital photography, photography business, photography basics, photography guide
Download or read book The Enthusiast s Guide to DIY Photography written by Mike Hagen and published by Rocky Nook, Inc.. This book was released on 2017-09-21 with total page 759 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you’re a passionate photographer and you’re ready to take your work to the next level, The Enthusiast’s Guide book series was created just for you. Whether you’re diving head first into a new topic or exploring a classic theme, Enthusiast’s Guides are designed to help you quickly learn more about a topic or subject so that you can improve your photography.
The Enthusiast’s Guide to DIY Photography: 64 Projects, Hacks, Techniques, and Inexpensive Solutions for Getting Great Photos teaches you ingenious, clever, and inexpensive tricks and techniques that will help you shoot great images without breaking the bank. In this book, six chapters are broken down into 64 numbered lessons, with each lesson providing all you need to know to improve your photography. Photographer and author Mike Hagen covers lighting solutions, studio equipment, lens hacks, macro projects, and more.
Lessons include:
- 9. Making a DIY Beauty Dish
- 17. Making an LED Light Wand
- 19. Macro Reversible Lens Mount
- 27. The Trekking Pole Monopod
- 31. Kitchen Timer Timelapse Head
- 47. Making Inexpensive Gobos
- 57. Creating Action Camera Mounts for a Bicycle
Written in a friendly and approachable manner and illustrated with examples that drive home each technique, The Enthusiast’s Guide to DIY Photography is designed to be effective and efficient, friendly and fun. Read an entire chapter at once, or read just one lesson at a time. With either approach, you’ll quickly learn a lot so you can head out with your camera to capture great shots.
Download or read book Modern Photography written by Jesse D Poole and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-14 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traveling, enjoying life, and celebrating the times can all be influenced by photography. It will help you become more conscious of the little details of life. Taking photographs encourages you to broaden your mind and take risks.I've always enjoyed photography, but spent years at times on a hiatus from it for many different reasons. Feeling discouraged when DSLR's were moving so rapidly with technology, not being able to afford them early on, the advent of cellphone cameras and how accessible they were almost made me uninterested but it's those exact things that compiled me to keep exploring the very, very powerful medium of art and expression. If you want to know about the different techniques, tips, and tricks for taking great pictures with your old film camera, latest DSLR or Mirrorless, or your cell phone in your pocket, read this book. It contains all the necessary information needed for you to take great pictures. Every section explains photography elements, starting with the history of photography and modern technology and the tips for efficient photography skills.
Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Paper Crafts written by Trice Boerens and published by Creative Publishing Int'l. This book was released on 2009 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Techniques and projects in step-by-step format for all kinds of paper crafts"--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book How to Take Good Pictures written by and published by Silver Pixel Press. This book was released on 1995 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces techniques for taking better pictures, provides guidelines for operating a camera, and includes tips on photographing people, animals, and landscapes
Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Ribbon Crafts written by Elaine Schmidt and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a reference for all kinds of crafts that involve ribbon. It includes step-by-step photographed instructions for a wide range of techniques as well as projects to accompany each area of ribbon crafting. This is a comprehensive guide as compared to most books on ribbon crafts that are specific by technique or end result (ribbon flowers, silk ribbon embroidery, making bows). This book explores a wide range of techniques and end products, using all kinds of ribbon, making it an essential reference for all craft enthusiasts. It includes ideas and projects for scrapbooking, home décor, general crafting, and fashion.
Download or read book A Simple Guide to Fabulous Photography written by Rex Lee Reynolds and published by Michael Williams. This book was released on 2010-03 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create great photos in just minutes after opening this book. Photography guide for beginners. Written by a professional photographer, quality assurance engineer and author of more than a dozen books. Outlines basic rules for taking the best photos ever.
Download or read book The Crafter s Guide to Glue written by Pattie Donham and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It’s hard to think of anything more useful than glue when it comes to crafts, but sometimes we may take glue for granted. Try to imagine an artistic world without glue! It’s pretty much a necessity. If you’re a craft fanatic you owe it to yourself to gain a full understanding of glue’s properties and uses. This new glue guide helps you do just that. With tips and advice for effectively and creatively using glue, there are special sections devoted to fabric and leather projects, paper crafts, glass projects, jewelry and crystals, fashions in a flash, and home d�cor quickies. Best of all is that several recipes are included so you can make your own glue at home!
