Fearless Photographer

So you have a Canon DSLR? Do you know how to get the most from your sophisticated camera? Canon DSLR: The Ultimate Photographer's Guide is a thorough, in-depth and step-by-step look at how to understand the Canon digital photography system and how to optimize your digital photography workflow from pre capture to output. Chris Grey shows you how to customize your DSLR according to the genre you are working in. He showcases the work of professional photographers from the worlds of wedding photography, fine art, sports/action, portrait and nature and each photographer explains their differing workflow requirements and how they get the best shots.Starting with the issues you will face: which file format - RAW or JPEG? Which camera? Which lens? Which soft...

Planning makes perfectThe bride and groom will plan every detail of their special day. You should, too. With this guide, you'll discover new ways to build relationships with your clients, every detail you should know about the wedding location, how to manage difficult family situations, and perfect photo opportunities you might otherwise miss. In the highly competitive arena of wedding photography, these techniques can give you the edge.Valuable checklists for every step from your first client meeting to delivering the albumThe engagement photosa chance to learn and build relationshipsTips for handling awkward situationsHow to manage the "must-have" shotsYour post-shoot digital workflowwhat to watch forNetworking opportunities to promote yo...

Adobe Photoshop is central to almost all photography workflows and Lightroom has rapidly been adopted as well. Each new version of the software is a milestone in the development of these vital imaging tools, and the 2012 releases are no exception. Photographers often feel overwhelmed when starting with Photoshop; the sheer number of tools and options make it difficult for the novice. There is no shortage of instructional books, yet very few direct the user to the most significant aspects of the program in a way that reflects a real workflow for the photographer. Adobe Certified Instructor Steve Laskevitch has leveraged his experience as a teacher and practitioner to create a guide that provides a clear and effective workflow for editing photographs i...