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How to Photograph Absolutely Everything: Successful Pictures from Your Digital Camera
by
Tom Ang
This paperback edition of How To Photograph Absolutely Everything by renowned photographer, author, and broadcaster Tom Ang, delivers exactly what the title promises. Avoiding intimidating technical jargon, he explains the basic elements of photography - light, color, composition, and focus - then goes on to show how to make them work for you. From still lifes to children'
...moreHardcover, 384 pages
Published
March 19th 2007
by Dorling Kindersley
(first published January 1st 2007)
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Until recently, I have only reviewed books of fiction. However, I thought I might depart from what I've been doing here and talk about photography books. When photography becomes a passion - even if it is very much an amateur one as it is with me, reading about it helps to put a lot of things in perspective. This is not a book that an aspiring photographer would tuck into their camera bag. Rather it is a beautiful book full of good, not so good and great photographs.
Most of them are accessible,...more
Most of them are accessible,...more
In preparation for my sister-in-law's wedding, and in a general attempt to improve my photographic skill, I decided to start borrowing books on photography from the library. With a title like How to Photograph Absolutely Everything, I figured Tom Ang’s book was a decent place to start.
For a new photographer, this book is extremely helpful. It gives tips on a broad variety of photographic subjects; pointers for weddings, portraits, children, vacation photos, and more. At the beginning of each sec...more
For a new photographer, this book is extremely helpful. It gives tips on a broad variety of photographic subjects; pointers for weddings, portraits, children, vacation photos, and more. At the beginning of each sec...more
How to Photograph Absolutely Everything is a reference book for the amateur/recreational photographer that features step-by-step instructions on taking successful photographs with a digital camera. It starts off with a primer on the different digital cameras and their features. It then discusses the many aspects of photography: focusing, settings, timing, composition, lighting, cropping, etc. before getting into the instructions for taking pictures of people, landscapes, animals, architecture an...more
This is probably my all-time favorite book on photography. When I first started taking pictures I used this book as my Bible. It has all the must-know tips and techniques. No matter what you’re photographing this book will help you achieve perfect pictures every time. I still use this book for inspiration. The pictures in it are simply breathtaking.
I would recommend this book to anyone who likes taking pictures, especially if you’re just starting out.
I would recommend this book to anyone who likes taking pictures, especially if you’re just starting out.
While this book is great for beginners it is definitely that...for beginners. It might even benefit from an update because technology has come so far since it's publication. Also it's geared more towards users of point-and-shoot digital cameras rather than experienced DSLR users. Since Tom Ang is one of my inspirations I guess I expected more. All in all though a pretty good book.
This book was very educational if you're just starting out in photography. If you've had a course or 2 in photography this probably is a little to low level. The demonstrations are shown using a point-and-shoot camera and it's basic functions. I was hoping to learn a little more in depth about making my photos better. Some of his best shots I would have lit differently or gotten closer to the subject, but this is a point-and-shoot not an SLR for these pictures. He does show the best way to get s...more
This book is great. While I would have liked to see more of the technical instructions, it provides tips on finding the correct angle, lighting, and getting the best shot out of a living subject. Whether you are just looking to get a good picture of your baby or are passionate about photography, you should definitely check this out!!!
buku idaman yang baru berhasil saya beli minggu lalu, sudah lama diimpikan, untuk perbaikan kualitas foto jepretan saya, daripada ikut kursus atau workshop mahal yang (tampaknya) selalu diperuntukkan dan diprioritaskan bagi mereka yang berkantung tebal :D
Inspiring "how-to" photography book that gives step-by-step instructions on digital photography. This book has range- whether you need a quick tip or intermediate instruction it covers it. I only wish that it came with a DVD/tutorial.
Very helpful. It's something that I'll come back to again and again as a refresher. Most pages have "here's how I took the shot" and you can still learn a lot even if you don't have fine-grained control over the shutter speed and aperture.
A bit simplistic and focused more for Point and Shoot enthusiasts, I never-the-less found this very informative and would agree that it actually instructs on how "to photograph everything".
This book is for learning to shoot with a digital camera.
I like this book also covers digital point and shoot cameras. Tom Ang supplies great visuals and instructions on how to get similar shots. I like that the author covers various topics to meet the needs of today's digital age.
I like this book also covers digital point and shoot cameras. Tom Ang supplies great visuals and instructions on how to get similar shots. I like that the author covers various topics to meet the needs of today's digital age.
This one is great, but most of its lessons are for point and shoot digital cameras. I have a dSLR, but I still find it helpful for inspiration and direction.
This book is good for if you are not always sure how to set your camera. It shows you the picture and the setting to use. Very Informative book.
It showed me alot of the different techniques for photography. It has helped me in my hobby of photography. It also increased my interest.
Feb 26, 2008
Teresa
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
anyone interested in photography
Shelves:
photography
You know I read and reviewed the book based upon this description from Amazon: "This comprehensive step-by-step guide to photographing an unbelievably wide range of subjects includes hundreds of inspirational images, each of which is accompanied by detailed step-by-step instructions. From sporting events and safaris to family gatherings and flowers, this is the most comprehensive photography manual ever assembled."
That says it all ... And I personally learned a great deal from this book. It was...more
That says it all ... And I personally learned a great deal from this book. It was...more
I love this book. It has great pointers for even people just begginng photography.
This book was okay for a beginner/amateur shooting digital photography. I don't need to learn how to use techniques when it comes to photography, but it did have some useful tips. I liked some of the photography. My taste revolves more towards the film type of photography though. This isn't the greatest book, but I've had it for over a year now and I thought I'd check it out and bookmark some pages for future reference. It was a birthday present from my mom's cousin who knows how much I enjoy ph...more
great start for every beginner. covers mostly every shooting style in easy way.
Jun 09, 2011
Bradley
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review of another edition
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I really need to buy a copy of this book.
Very practical and clear techniques.
:D
كيف تصبح مصور فى سبعة أيام فقط... :))
كيف تصبح مصور فى سبعة أيام فقط... :))
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fabulous photography guide.
I didn't get much from it
Excellent book for anybody with a camera. Highly recommended for beginners in photography.
Oct 02, 2009
Katya Carranza
marked it as to-read
nothing yet
I've been an amateur photographer for a while - and never really got to know enough to completely satisfy my needs. This book did it for me. I like that it's not specifically aimed at a certain brand of camera; the hints/tips are in layman's terms, which is attractive as well. A must have for anyone interested in achieving more.
Sep 26, 2008
Cami
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
amature photographers
Shelves:
how-to-books
The more visual a how-to book is the better I enjoy it.
This fits that bill nicely and it really does cover nearly everything there is to photograph and gave me a lot of ideas. It is also based on digital photography so a lot of unnecessary information on film types and so forth are missing.
This fits that bill nicely and it really does cover nearly everything there is to photograph and gave me a lot of ideas. It is also based on digital photography so a lot of unnecessary information on film types and so forth are missing.
Good book for the absolute beginner or the amateur that is working on getting better with their photography skills. I borrowed this one from the library but it would be a good one to buy in order to have all of the information available to copy & practice with for longer than a few weeks.
Excellent book for beginners. It was a great start off for my Project 365 this year. I really like the specific, step by step instructions. Worst part? Photography bordering on unartistic/overly practical and there is a page on nudes.
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Photographer, author, traveller and academic. A specialist in travel and digital photography, he has photographed extensively in Central Asia. He won the Thomas Cook award for best Illustrated Travel Book for his coverage of the Marco Polo Expedition.
Ang was senior lecturer in photographic practice at the University of Westminster for over 12 years (1991–2004) and created the MA Photographic Journ...more
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Ang was senior lecturer in photographic practice at the University of Westminster for over 12 years (1991–2004) and created the MA Photographic Journ...more
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