Press Release
April 7, 2008
Practical Artistry: Light & Exposure for Digital Photographers--New from O'Reilly
Sebastopol, CA-- Harold Davis, the widely-admired pro photographer and
author of Photoblog 2.0, breaks new ground with
Practical Artistry: Light & Exposure for Digital Photographers
(O'Reilly, $29.99)--which blends the author's stunning images in a
beautifully designed book with no-nonsense insights and pragmatic guidance
to help digital photographers explore their world and take great photos.
By demystifying what makes up exposure--aperture, shutter speed, and
sensitivity (ISO)--Harold aims to show photographers how to measure light
in order to capture their intended images. "It turns out that one of the
most effective tools for measuring light is the human eye. It's likely
that eventually you may do a better job than your camera," explains
Harold, who lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. Along with his new book
from O'Reilly, Harold is also the author of "The Photographer's Guide to
Yosemite & the High Sierra" and "100 Views of the Golden Gate."
Indeed, this timely new book treats the techniques of conventional
photography and the tools of the digital artist holistically; they are
both integral to the best practices of modern digital photography.
"As a photographer, I've always learned by looking at photographs,
particularly when the data about how the photo was made accompanies the
image. So I created a book that allows people to learn about photography
and to think about how to make photographs by simply looking at photos
taken in specific conditions."
"The photographs that are used to illustrate this book range from macro
images of tiny water worlds to the vast circle of stars in the sky. And
many of the photos in my book involve adventures in the physical world.
For example, I spent the night on top of Half Dome in Yosemite to
photograph star trails (shown on page 142). The next morning I hiked down
the Half Dome ladder (shown on page 133) to illustrate front light," says
Harold. "In Light & Exposure the stories of how the photos were made are
integrated with the technical information to help readers understand how
the photos were created."
Topics covered include:
- Evaluating light and choosing the best exposure
- Working with aperture and depth of field
- Selecting shutter speed
- Using ISO, noise, and light sensitivity to your advantage
- Shooting in available and artificial light
- Understanding the true potential of the digital darkroom
- Starting with the best exposure in your camera, rather than relying on
post-processing fixes
This is among the most beautifully illustrated and designed books ever
published by O'Reilly. Each of Harold's wonderful photos highlights the
information-rich text--from nighttime photos of the Golden Gate Bridge to
a Canada goose caught in the act of flight. Applying the techniques of
traditional photography to digital photography, Harold shows beginners,
prosumers, and professional photographers how to discover creative ways to
explore the world. Readers of all levels are sure to find inspiration in
Light & Exposure.
Advanced Praise:
"If you buy only one photography technique book this year, make it Harold
Davis's 'Light & Exposure for Digital Photographers.' This book is an
instant classic, and is the first to provide the information you need to
really understand exposure from the perspective of the digital (as opposed
to film) photographer. And Davis doesn't just talk about technique, he
walks the walk--Davis's example photos are creative and awe-inspiringly
beautiful. Best of all: he explains the tools and techniques used to
create each photo in 'Light & Exposure for Digital Photographers.'"
--Rick Smolan, Photojournalist and creator of the "Day in the Life" book
series
Harold Davis is a photographer and author. His photographs have been
widely published, exhibited, and collected. The author of more than twenty
books, Harold has written (and illustrated with his photographs) "Digital
Photography: Digital Field Guide" (Wiley), "The Photographer’s Guide to
Yosemite and the High Sierra" (Countryman/W.W.Norton), and "100 Views of
the Golden Gate" (Wilderness Press). Harold writes the popular Photoblog 2.0, which covers aesthetic, technical, and personal
issues related to digital photography.
More information about the book, including table of contents, index,
author bio, and samples
Practical Artistry: Light & Exposure for Digital Photographers
Harold Davis
ISBN: 978-0-596-52988-8, $29.99 US
order@oreilly.com
1-800-998-9938
1-707-827-7000
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