Lighting

Basics Photography #2

by David Präkel

The first book in the series, Lighting , is essentially about how you see. Artists paint with oils or watercolors, photographers paint with light. It is the fundamental ingredient of every photo. How a shot is lit can greatly change the feeling it gives the viewer. Whether bright and happy or dark and moody, light is a very useful tool, but it is not always possible to control (unless you can afford a studio) and so this book aims to teach readers how to make the best with what they have. It is split into five sections, which will study the natural light, controlled light, artificial light, and capturing light. The final section uncovers different methods of capturing images using light in a creative way, like camera-less images known as photo grams, or holding sparklers in front of an open shutter. The final section will inspire both students and those wising to push their creative boundaries.

Genres: Photography, Art

184 pages, Paperback

First published January 4, 2007

About the author

David was born and schooled in the North of England. After gaining a BSc in Psychology at the University of Manchester, he enjoyed a successful and diverse career as a freelance journalist and magazine editor, publishing and computer consultant, trainer and music critic.

Reviews

[Cristhian Valiente · Rating 5 out of 5]

Magna exposition on light and shadows in the environment and how to capture them through the lens of a camera. The book has images and illustrations to guide the novice and encourage to capture photos, understanding the theoretical and technical concepts of light and shadows.

[Meds · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found it a straightforward kind of book.