Digital Infrared Photography

by Sandidge, Deborah

• ISBN13: 9780470405215
• ISBN10: 047040521X
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-05-26
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

Let your motto become "What would happen if. . . ?"Infrared light offers photographers another artistic avenue to explore. You don't need years of experience or expensive equipment. Just grab an IR filter or a converted digital camera, and you're ready to enter the fascinating world of infrared photography. The unique effects you can create with IR photography are limited only by your imagination.In these pages, you'll discover the practical information about file formats and composition as well as plenty of creative inspiration.Discover whether your camera can detect infrared light and compare different IR filtersLearn how to see in IR and master IR compositionPlay with effects - extended exposures, shooting through glass, zooming, and painting with lightExplore HDR and Photomerge optionsOpen more creative possibilities with Photoshopr

Author Biography

Deborah Sandidge is Creative Director for the League of Creative Infrared Photographers, where novice, amateur, and professional photographers come to learn how to enhance their digital IR photography skills. Her award-winning photography has appeared in many galleries, publications, and venues.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Introducing Infrared Light

What Exactly Is IR Light?

Seeing in IR

Checking Your Camera for IR Sensitivity

Methods of Recording IR Light

IR filters

IR-converted cameras

Visualizing and Capturing IR Images

Comparing RAW and JPEG File Formats

Shooting in Different Color Modes

Setting White Balance

Choosing WB or AWB

Keeping RGB channels in balance

Understanding Exposure In IR

Shooting modes

The histogram

ISO

Prime time IR photography

Using Extra Equipment and Accessories

Flash, reflectors, and diffusers

Tripods

Tripod heads

Cable release

Memory cards

Filters

Essentials of IR Composition

How IR Composition Differs from Color

Subject placement and rule of thirds

Lines and curves

Shapes, patterns, and atmospheric perspective

Balance and symmetry

Color

People in compositions

Silhouettes

Avoid background distractions

Choosing Your Lens

Wide-angle

Lensbaby

Creating your own IR style

Capturing Specific Subjects

Architecture

Landscapes

Foliage

Water

Skies and clouds

People

Birds

Animals

Developing Themes in IR

Special Effects for Creative In-camera Images

Long Exposures

Capturing a sunset

Capturing the beauty of waterfalls

Reflections

Adding Texture

Vaseline diffusion

Fabrics

Shooting through glass

Zooming

Creating Image Overlays

Double exposures

Digital sandwich

Blending a traditional color image with IR

Special Effect Filters

Painting with Light

Planning Ahead for High Dynamic Range and Photomerge

HDR Compared to Using a Graduated Neutral-density Filter

HDR Software

Shooting for HDR

Processing HDR Images

Using Photoshop for HDR

Using Photomatix Pro for HDR

Photomatix's Tone Mapping filter

Creating Panoramas with Photomerge

Processing IR Images in Photoshop

Basic Processing in Adobe Camera RAW

Converting to Black and White in ACR

Using Levels and Curves in Photoshop

Levels

Curves

Converting to Black and White in Photoshop

Converting to Black and White Using Photoshop Plug-ins

Nik Silver Efex Pro

Nik Color Efex Pro

onOne Software's PhotoTools

Noise Reduction

Reducing noise in ACR

Reducing noise in Photoshop

Nik Dfine 2.0

Neat Image

Dodging and burning

Troubleshooting

Working Creatively in Photoshop

Creating a Blue Sky

Using Selective Color for Impact

Tinting and Toning

Tinting and toning software

Duotones, quad tones, and tri tones

Replicating a Traditional IR Film Look

Creating a Digital Sandwich

Creating Mirrored Images

Creating Watery Reflections

Working with Multiple Exposures

Creating a Montage

Creative Enhancements Using Filters and Plug-ins

Finishing Touches

Transform Color to IR Effect in Photoshop

Using Techniques in Photoshop for an IR Look

Using Photoshop Plug-ins for an IR Look

Be Inspired

Resources

Glossary

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