| Description |
ix, 174 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 165-168) and index. |
| Note |
Machine generated contents note: SECTION 1: In the Photo Pack 1. Essential Gear 2. Gear Safety SECTION 2: In the Field 1. Tuning In to Your Subject i. Participating in the Landscape ii. Why Take a Picture? iii. What's Your Story? 2. Composition i. Subject Placement ii. Lens Choice and Perspective iii. Depth of Field iv. Balance v. Simplicity vi. Abstractions 3. Exposure i. Exposure Basics ii. ISO and White Balance iii. Shooting in RAW iv. Metering and Exposure Modes v. Reading a Histogram vi. Seeing the Light vii. Filters 4. Shooting Sharper ImagesSECTION 3: In all ConditionsA. In Snow, Ice, and ColdB. In Rain and Near WaterC. In Fall Foliage SeasonSECTION 4: At the Computer A. Staying Organized i. Archiving ii. Image Management B. Image Processing i. Color Management ii. RAW Processing Workflow iii. Specialized Image Processing a. High Dynamic Range (HDR) Photography b. Layer Masks in Photoshop c. Extended Depth of Field Photography d. Panorama Photography e. Black and White f. Image Sharpening g. Noise Reduction SECTION 5Case Studies BACKMATTERAppendix A: Digital ResourcesAppendix B: Recommended Reading and ResourcesIndexAbout the AuthorsAbout the AMC. |
| Summary |
"This comprehensive guide details fundamental techniques and concepts outdoor photographers need to know. Building on the basic foundations of photography, case studies, and over twenty years of experience, authors Jerry and Marcy Monkman explore the full process of outdoor photography-from packing and taking care of gear, to setting up and taking great shots, to processing photos in the digital darkroom. Crisp, large, full-color photographs pair with seasoned tips and advice to comprise a must-have guide for anyone interested in outdoor nature and adventure photography"--Provided by publisher. |
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"Professional photographer Jerry Monkman explains each step of the digital photography process, from packing gear and finding inspiration to taking great shots and editing photos. This guide features fundamental techniques and concepts for outdoor photographers. Using easy-to-follow instructions, case studies, and expert advice, Monkman touches upon essential gear and gear safety, the special challenges of shooting in different conditions, perfecting composition and exposure, processing images using image editing software, and the ever-important undertaking of keeping those digital photographs organized and safe"--Provided by publisher. |
| Awards |
National Outdoor Book Award, Instructional Category, 2012. |
| Subject |
Outdoor photography.
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Nature photography.
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Photography -- Digital techniques.
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PHOTOGRAPHY -- Techniques -- Digital (see also COMPUTERS -- Digital Media.
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Nature photography. (OCoLC)fst01034687
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Outdoor photography. (OCoLC)fst01049157
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Photography -- Digital techniques.
(OCoLC)fst01061736
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Digita photography.
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| Added Author |
Appalachian Mountain Club.
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| Added Title |
Appalachian Mountain Club guide to outdoor digital photography |
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Guide to outdoor digital photography |
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Outdoor digital photography |
| ISBN |
9781934028506 (paperback) |
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1934028509 (paperback) |
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