By the time you turn the last page you’ll have mastered the basic exposure settings, got a grip on colour harmony, discovered how flash can take your shots to new heights and learned how to elevate your images in the digital darkroom.
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Complete Photography Masterclass: From Beginner To Pro
PART 1: GET STARTED
CHOOSE YOUR CAMERA • Pick the right camera for you with our easy guide to the main types & variants
HOW TO MASTER MANUAL • Dan Mold explains how you can take your camera off auto mode and capture images that match your own vision
CUSTOMISE YOUR CAMERA • Make your new camera work for you by setting it up to your preferences
MASTER YOUR LENSES • Explore advanced lens technology and discover exciting ways to improve your images in the field
UNDERSTAND FILTERS • Add these essential accessories to your kit bag for better shots The main filter types
TAKE YOUR BEST EVER COMPOSITIONS • Landscapes are a great genre to practise photography as scenic shots are available everywhere. Here’s how to improve your compositions, make them eye-catching, and frame stunning scenes
PART 2: SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS
PRO WAYS TO USE SHUTTER SPEED • Take control of exposure to capture stunning lighting and convey creative motion
SHOOTING SKILLS FREEZE THE ACTION • Refresh your settings knowledge to capture fast-moving subjects with precise sharpness
10 PRO WAYS TO USE APERTURE • Lens aperture is so much more than a hole in your lens that lets light in – it’s also one of the most creative camera controls at your disposal
UNDERSTAND COLOUR • Get to grips with colour theory for harmonious images with incredible impact
SHOOTING SKILLS CUSTOMISE COLOUR REPRODUCTION • Create a custom white balance preset in-camera & shoot images with accurate, true-to-life colour
HARNESS THE POWER OF RAW • For better image quality and creative control, get more from your RAWs
PART 3: SHOOT LIKE THE PROS
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FLASH • Master the art of professional flash photography, both indoors and outdoors
SHOOTING SKILLS USE PORTABLE CONTINUOUS LIGHT • Work with small continuous light sources on location and learn to overcome common challenges for the best results
SHOOTING SKILLS SHOOT AT CLOSE FOCUS DISTANCES • Adapt your skills at focussing, composition and lighting for dramatic macro shots
SECRETS OF EDITING • Explore the world of the digital darkroom to improve your photos
PR JECT WORK WITH FILTERS • Ross Hoddinott explains how to use accessory filters for natural water motion, creating artistic-looking results when you visit the coast
PROJECT DOUBLE TAKE • Learn to capture and merge several images into one, using editing software to create striking abstract portraits
TOP PRO STYLES FOR PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY • Master the art of product lighting and styling for incredible commercial shots and transferable skills
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COMPLETE Photography MASTERCLASS • Everything you need to know about the art of image-making