National Geographic Photography Field Guide Secrets to Making Great Pictures

by Caputo, Bob; Burian, Peter

• ISBN13: 9780792256762
• ISBN10: 079225676X
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-06-01
• Publisher: National Geographic

Summary

An updated, accessible guide to photography from two leading experts in the field, the National Geographic Photography Field Guide 2nd Edition appeals to both aficionados and amateurs with its encyclopedia coverage of everything from choosing film to virtual photography. Featuring up-to-the-minute information on new film, filters, cameras, lenses, and advances in digital photography as well as step-by-step instruction, this revised guide is an indispensable tool for creating superb pictures.Professional photographers Peter K. Burian and Robert Caputo reveal every secret and component involved in creating photos, including the basics of composition, color, and light; manipulating film, exposure, and shutter speeds; coping with situations from weather to fast-moving subjects; techniques for shooting architecture, close-ups, portraits, and underwater adventures; plus a new section explaining black and white photography-all in a user-friendly and easy-to-reference format. With exquisite images and useful tips from award-winning professionals, this inspiring and informative volume illustrates the keys to turning everyday situations into vibrant visual moments to cherish forever.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION	6	(2)
ESSENTIAL BASICS	8	(166)
GETTING STARTED WITH PHOTOGRAPHY	10	(14)
COMPOSITION	24	(10)
CAMERAS	34	(20)
LENSES	54	(22)
LIGHT	76	(16)
ELECTRONIC FLASH AND ACCESSORIES	92	(20)
FILM:THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PALETTE	112	(22)
EXPOSURE AND EXPOSURE METERING	134	(16)
GEAR AND MAINTENANCE	150	(10)
BLACK-AND-WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY	160	(14)
A WORLD OF SUBJECTS	174	(110)
WEATHER	176	(6)
SAM ABELL Art aid Photojournalism	182	(6)
LANDSCAPES	188	(8)
PEOPLE	196	(8)
JODI COBB Beyond the Barriers	204	(20)
ANNIE GRIFFITHS BELT Getting Close to People	224	(6)
ARCHITECTURE	230	(8)
JAMES L. STANFIELD Making History Came Alive	238	(6)
FESTIVALS, PARADES, AND SPORTS	244	(4)
MICHAEL YAMASHITA Capturing the Essence	248	(6)
CLOSE-UP PHOTOGRAPHY	254	(4)
MOTION-STOPPING IT, USING IT	258	(6)
DAVID ALAN HARVEY Finding the Symbol	264	(6)
EVENING AND NIGHT	270	(8)
WILLIAM ALBERT ALLARD The Cultural Essay	278	(6)
MAKING PHOTOGRAPHS UNDER PRESSURE	284	(48)
UNDERWATER	286	(2)
DAVID DDUBILET Visual Impact Underwater	288	(6)
ANIMALS	294	(14)
CHRIS JOHNS Working on Wild Turf	308	(6)
AERIALS	314	(2)
ADVENTURE	316	(10)
MICHAEL NICHOLS Environmental Photojournalism	326	(6)
COMPUTERS AND PHOTOGRAPHY	332	(20)
USEFUL INFORMATION	352	(8)
PREPARING FOR TRAVEL	352	(3)
DISPLAYING AND ORGANIZING YOUR PHOTOGRAPHS	355	(2)
WEB SITES	357	(1)
PHOTOGRAPHY MAGAZINES AND BOOKS	358	(2)
GLOSSARY	360	(4)
INDEX	364	(4)
CREDITS	368