The iPhone camera is a sophisticated device. It has compelled millions of people worldwide to take a new or renewed interest in photography. Letrsquo;s face it: most of us now have a tiny yet highly competent camera in a pocket or purse at all times these days; and we use it to grab shots of people; places; and things more and more often as the technology improves—and you know what? Wersquo;re largely pleased with those captures.If yoursquo;re a SERIOUS photographer; you may be wondering just how much mileage you can get out of your “simple;rdquo; ever-ready iPhone camera. Well; the answer may surprise you. In this book; Michael Fagans deconstructs photos taken in 60 scenarios—with a diverse array of subjects; in changing lighting conditions; in places that present unique challenges—showing you how to use solid; traditional photographic techniques to create great shots. Yes; Fagans will teach you the basics of creating a great photo. But therersquo;s far more: Hersquo;ll show you that an iPhone; with the aid of apps; can mimic looks achieved by vintage cameras; a range of lenses; and countless filters.In this book; Fagans teaches you how to use free and low-cost apps and Instagram options to create (or; rather; re-create) beloved vintage-photo effects that yoursquo;d achieve with the Holga (a plastic vintage camera known for its unexpected lens distortion) and medium-format-camera looks. Yoursquo;ll learn how to choose and use digital lenses; filters; and effects—and combine and re-combine them–to intensify color and contrast; de-saturate color; introduce lens aberrations; play with the grain and color cast in the image; and much; much more. What to emulate the look of vintage film stock to create a photo with an aged; time-worn feel? No problem. Want to introduce a little focusing inaccuracy for effect? Easily done. Want to do these things AND use traditional; professional artificial lighting sources (think a large softbox); a professional image-editing platform (Photoshop); and really refine your message while pulling out all the stops? Fagans shows you how.The deconstruction of the images in this book makes it worth the price of admission. Still; however; there is far more: Fagans is a photographerrsquo;s photographer. The book is peppered with inspiring quotes from Ansel Adams; Minor White; and countless other photographic visionaries that speak to the heart of photography.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. it takes all kinds of input to learn watercolorsBy AustintatiousI took up painting 2 years ago. Father was a professional and I missed the smell of paint and sizing and paper; all of it.....however there are no extension courses nearby; no teachers nearby and in short nothing nearby....except my beloved ....so I started ordering books...and reading and practicing and LEARNING....If you are in the same situation I recommend you begin with the books that have tracings to help you get started.....and following the instructions is crucial until you learn how paint works and how thick or thin you need your mixes...This book is an excellent 2nd stage book...no tracings but chock full of instructions; helps and hints. There are enough books such as this at to give you a good base line of learning; but if you dont work at it every day whats the use? I have so enjoyed this book and indeed all my painting books from and encourage you; and root for you to feel satisfied and of course enjoy the process!!!PS Thank you to for carrying so many wonderful educational materials for those of us who are home-bound or too far away from any classes!!!!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Art lessons for allBy emmersThis book is a wonderful lesson in art... I would highly recommend to beginning and medium Artist.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy NQAm learning water color this book is helpful
