may i suggest to the admin that we could start a new thread with the title :photography books and publications wherein members could have a forum to post and review traditional and digital photography publications, if there isn't one yet.

We actually have a Review section that will be up soon. Just need to put more products for review on the site. This place will be appropriate for your suggestion.

thanks. that would be a welcome development worth waiting. i happen to visit a site: www.apug.org (http://www.apug.org) -(analog photography users group) last year, it has the same set up as what we have at dpp but caters to traditional photography, maybe, by browsing them, we could learn some useful bits and pieces on how we could add, deduct or improve some relevant threads here. best regards.

Nice suggestion about the books!

Hi DPP members,

I'm a real beginner in photography. For the longest time, I was happy being a snapshooter using an Olympus point and shoot. But on a trip to Batanes this April, I realized how limiting my point and shoot was since I couldn't fit the mountains, oceans and other breathtaking views in the frame (unless I wanted to fall off the cliff). :Angry: So, after much begging, I managed to talk my hubby into feeling sorry for me and getting a friend's second hand Canon 20D. Yippee!!!!! :) While I'm ever thankful for my first DSLR, I'm also quite overwhelmed with all the fancy buttons and controls for heaven knows what! :Scared: I read the manual to familiarize myself with what the what my 20D can do. But, I also don't want to cramp my limited brains with so much technical info just yet.

What I really want to learn now is: 1) how do I take great pics, regardless of what kind of camera I have, and 2) get the basics of an SLR or DSLR camera (ie. shutter speed, aperture, etc). Would appreciate your recommendations on:

books (include title, author, and bookstore where available) which cover techniques and tips for taking more effective photos.
a beginner's photography class that would cover basic and functionalities of DSLR as well as creative techniques for taking photos beyond just snapshots.Hope you can help. Sorry if the note is too long, couldn't contain my excitement! Thanks in advance, shutterbugs!

P.S. Since DPP's pilot, I have bought every issue in the bookstands... should be a good start, right? :)

Cheers --- Bettina

Hi Bettina,

I think all you need is all in the internet now. You'll never ran out of things to learn in the web. Books are also OK and I see a lot of basic digital photography at powerbooks and fully booked.

There are several classes to attend also like OWG, PCCI, DPI, FPPF, etc. You can't go wrong with any of them.

When I was starting, I make it a point that I will shoot 2 rolls per week focusing on one subject only per week. I shot almost everything I can see in my house like spoon, fork, leaves, rocks, walls, cat, etc. The objective is to make those simple things beautiful. After six months, I repeated one of the subjects and was surprised how I improved.

:)
Dino

@Dino

Thanks for the tip!!!

Taking Better Digital Photos: 10 Quick Tips You Can Use Today

http://freewebs.com/brendabrown/v41.htm

-National Geographic Photography Field Guide: Secrets to Making Great Pictures
-Photo Idea Index by Jim Krause

For Books: I suggest you get UNDERSTANDING EXPOSURE by BRYAN PETERSON...really good book

Found this in the net, you'll learn the fundamentals here:
http://manuals.info.apple.com/en/Aperture_Photography_Fundamentals.pdf

An illustrated way of learning your camera and how to shoot by Canon:
http://web.canon.jp/Imaging/enjoydslr/index.html

Great wealth of articles from Luminous Landscape:
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/tutorials/understanding-series/index.shtml
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/tutorials/index.shtml

How I understood Exposure Setting by Fred Miranda
http://www.fredmiranda.com/A16/

I learned it all from the Internet.

Dialogues with Photography: Interviews by Paul Hill and Thomas Cooper
"Wisdom from Pioneers :)" more like a history of people behind Photography from the past.

hi bettina!

i could certainly feel your excitement! :) i would agree with my forum mates here that much of the basics you can glean off the internet. google is your best friend and simplicity of search words will help you go a long way.

shoot for a couple of weeks. shoot a variety of subjects. then you would get an initial feel of what comes close to your heart when you hold a camera. from thereon, you should try browsing magazines (not just dpp ha, but syempre essential) about your interests and study the works of other photographers.

that was the method i took. aside from reading A LOT of books, ebooks, emagazines and online tutorials, i also spend a considerable amount of time going over other photographers works. it inspires my own photography in a big, big way.

of course, if you have any inquiry, you can just post here sa dpp forum and everyone will jump at the chance to help you :)

so goodluck and i wish you all the best!

-National Geographic Photography Field Guide: Secrets to Making Great Pictures
-Photo Idea Index by Jim Krause

And the other NG Photo Field Guides as well! Link to Amazon here. (http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_b/104-8399701-6963919?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=National+Geographic+Field+Guides&Go.x=5&Go.y=12&Go=Go)

these books helped me alot compared to the more popular ones:

http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Idiots-Guide-Photography-Third/dp/1592573568/sr=8-1/qid=1157704277/ref=pd_bbs_1/102-2276156-2080142?ie=UTF8&s=books

http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Idiots-Guide-Digital-Photography/dp/0028644530/sr=8-2/qid=1157704277/ref=sr_1_2/102-2276156-2080142?ie=UTF8&s=books

...and they're cheaper too. for less than 1k, you get both of them. i still see some in National Bookstore.

but dont rely on books alone, shoot, shoot, shoot! and if you could apprentice for a photographer, that would be very beneficial. :Grin:

For the times when we're not shooting and just enjoying some down time, what books do you find help you prepare for the next action-packed event?

I found this little treasure for P99 only at the Karl Edwards bazaar in the tent.
Sports Illustrated Hotshots: 21st Century Sports Photography
http://images.google.com/images?q=tbn:VYNbQnJB3cGiYM:http://images.barnesandnoble.com/images/7340000/7347113.gif

This is available in National Bookstore. Pricier, but you can take advantage of the on-going cut-price booksale. It's part of Nat Geo's excellent Field Guide series.
Nat Geo Photography Field Guide: Action & Adventure
http://129.41.11.145/is/image/us/local/products/scene7/55315C.jpg?wid=200&hei=200&qlt=80,0&op_sharpen=0&resMode=bilin&op_usm=1,0.6,0.4

I highly recommend Basketball's Best Shots (http://www.amazon.com/Basketballs-Best-Shots-DK-Publishing/dp/0789489147) by DK Publishing. Available in Fully Booked. I think I saw this before in Powerbooks too, but I'm notsure.

I have been looking for this book for the last three years: Chicago Bulls: Portrait of an Era (http://www.amazon.ca/Chicago-Bulls-Portrait-Mark-Vancil/dp/0966357205/sr=1-174/qid=1158193725/ref=sr_1_174/702-1805867-3598453?ie=UTF8&s=books). Anyone know where I can get this locally?

And two books I am looking to get myself for Christmas:

1) Digital Sports Photography : Take Winning Shots Every Time (http://www.amazon.com/Digital-Sports-Photography-Winning-Shots/dp/0764596071/sr=8-1/qid=1158193800/ref=pd_bbs_1/103-8775706-0044661?ie=UTF8&s=books)

2) The Art of Sport: The Best of Reuters Sports Photography (http://www.amazon.com/Art-Sport-Reuters-Sports-Photography/dp/1903684129/sr=8-5/qid=1158193800/ref=pd_bbs_5/103-8775706-0044661?ie=UTF8&s=books)

Hey Nono! I have the Digital Sports Photography book. I bought it right before the SEA Games so I could prepare. Got it in Fully Booked. I'll bring it the next time we have a meeting.

saw the first one just last weekend sa Fully Booked... nice but I didn't have money :)

the second one looks interesting!

Oh okay, is it worth the money Teej? Wanted to buy it a few months back but got scared.

Kind of pricey nga, but it's quite comprehensive. I'll lend it to you para try before you buy!

I like And The Crowd Goes Wild - though not technically a sports photography book, it contrains nice images.

Kind of pricey nga, but it's quite comprehensive. I'll lend it to you para try before you buy!

Thanks Teej! I also found this at a bargain price at one of the Booksale outlets in the mall: Full Throttle: Nascar 2005 Preview (http://www.amazon.com/Sports-Illustrated-Throttle-Nascar-Preview/dp/1932994017/sr=8-1/qid=1158200248/ref=sr_1_1/103-8775706-0044661?ie=UTF8&s=books). The one I bought is the softcover version though.

the digital sports photography book is like a primer, a intro of sorts to sports photography.
But it does offer added advice on how to cover the less known sports.

ive been looking for that reuters book.. its so hard to find.

while searching for info's also about photography, i came to this site:

http://photography.about.com/od/basics/a/advice_top.htm

hope this will be helpful for newbies like me.

-National Geographic Photography Field Guide: Secrets to Making Great Pictures

I'm recommending that too.

I highly recommend this book:

Learning to See Creatively: Design, Color & Composition in Photography
By: Bryan Peterson. :) Enjoy.

Thanks for the links Nono, I'm definitely getting those. :)

the most convenient and cheapest way to learn photography is the internet. there are a lot of resources that you can read on para when you attend the workshops/classess, nakapag jumpstart ka na. :D

and for classess, click mo yung calendar dito sa dpp, madami nagbibigay ng workshops. i my self attended some of it. and o learned a lot from the workshop and sa mga co-participants mo. :D

happy shooting! :D

I'm fortunate to have a sister who believes in my little dream so she sends me books from the US.

I like the NatGeo books ...yung Field Guide. Daming cheat sheets! hehehehe and the books by Lee Frost.

But I know learn a lot or get crapload of tricks from...FLICKR!!!

and I still dream of a University or Public Library filled with books on Photography ;-)

For Books: I suggest you get UNDERSTANDING EXPOSURE by BRYAN PETERSON...really good book

I agree, this is one of the best explanations on the relationship of shutter, aperture and ISO. It gives you a great overview of how to get correct exposure based on what you want to achieve. I have frequently used the brother skies and it's cousin reflecting skies and mr. greenjeans. I found Bryan to be humorous and yet is a very good teacher. Highly recommended......you may also look at perfect exposure by jim zuckerman.

For Books: I suggest you get UNDERSTANDING EXPOSURE by BRYAN PETERSON...really good book

I am trying to find this book in book stores around metro manila, does anyone know where I can find one? and how much? thank you

Welcome to DPP Bettina. Many books have been written about photography and the Internet is a goldmine to find these materials. Look for a book that will help you understand the basic concepts of exposure and composition. Something that will help develop your "eye of the photographer" skills. The eye of the photographer is simply your ability to recognize highlights and shadows on the things you see everyday. By being able to recognise H&S, you'd be able to determine the correct exposures for your shots. As far as compostion, I think the "Rule of Thirds" is an important concept to learn. I hope this helps. Enjoy the forum and happy shooting.

take calsses with sir jo avila. you'll learn alot and he'll recommend good books for you to read. i would recommend getting some books from the ilex publishing line. pm him for his sked of classes. he has two batches of basic photo class for october, weekdays and weekends i believe.

[quote=dinolara]Hi Bettina,


There are several classes to attend also like OWG, PCCI, DPI, FPPF, etc. You can't go wrong with any of them.


Do you have the contact phone numbers for these classes?Also,how much wuold it cost for taking these classes?
THANKS.

Michael Y.

Thank you very much experts for all of your tips on books, photography classes, and everything else in between. :) :) :) This will really be helpful for newbies like me. Can't wait to get started. Thanks again!

I am trying to find this book in book stores around metro manila, does anyone know where I can find one? and how much? thank you

I just bought one from FullyBooked in Rockwell yesterday. They only have two copies, which arrived the other day only. I just hope the last copy is still there for you.:)

I just bought one from FullyBooked in Rockwell yesterday. They only have two copies, which arrived the other day only. I just hope the last copy is still there for you.:)

Thanks Nap, got the book(Understanding Exposure) from FullyBooked in Greenhills, the book is great, easy to understand and great examples.

how much po yung libro?

hello to everyone!

this is my first post here, and i was just wondering if there have been any recent "sightings" of the Understanding Exposure book?

the digital photography expert series by michael freeman is also an informative set for photography. i got myself the "photographing people" volume in the recent world book fair.

hello to everyone!

this is my first post here, and i was just wondering if there have been any recent "sightings" of the Understanding Exposure book?

the digital photography expert series by michael freeman is also an informative set for photography. i got myself the "photographing people" volume in the recent world book fair.

i believe i saw this yesterday at powerbooks greenbelt. :)

What I really want to learn now is: 1) how do I take great pics, regardless of what kind of camera I have

I think you have to learn the rules, composition, etc. especially how to manipulate the lighting and ur subject, plus let your imagination work :)

2) get the basics of an SLR or DSLR camera (ie. shutter speed, aperture, etc).

These links will help you learn the basics so that you wont get counfused:

http://www.photocourse.com/multimedia.htm (http://www.photocourse.com/multimedia.htm) - ito may animation pa :D

http://www.shortcourses.com/using/index.htm (http://www.shortcourses.com/using/index.htm) - ito very informative


Hope this helps u. Enjoy!

@Bettina
I recommend attending the classes of Jay Alonzo at Alcove. Very informative.
But I think the key is really practice.
I agree with Master Dino that you just need to keep on shooting. The creativity side of photography I believe should come from within. What you can learn from books or seminars would be the technical side of it.
Good luck and enjoy shooting!

i believe i saw this yesterday at powerbooks greenbelt. :)

I also saw the book at national bookstore shangri-la if im not mistaken.

I second Earl's recommendation on the book Learning to See Creatively by Bryan Peterson. The discussions in the book really do teach you or at least challenge you to 'see through the lens' as others put it. :Grin:

hello.

just registered here at dpp a couple of minutes ago. im really interested in photography. it is just now that i found time. im learning a lot from the posts and discussions. thanks. im looking forward in meeting all of you.

btw, would someone know of any upcoming seminars... im really interested

hello.

just registered here at dpp a couple of minutes ago. im really interested in photography. it is just now that i found time. im learning a lot from the posts and discussions. thanks. im looking forward in meeting all of you.

btw, would someone know of any upcoming seminars... im really interested

Hi DPP members,

I'm a real beginner in photography. For the longest time, I was happy being a snapshooter using an Olympus point and shoot. But on a trip to Batanes this April, I realized how limiting my point and shoot was since I couldn't fit the mountains, oceans and other breathtaking views in the frame (unless I wanted to fall off the cliff). :Angry: So, after much begging, I managed to talk my hubby into feeling sorry for me and getting a friend's second hand Canon 20D. Yippee!!!!! :) While I'm ever thankful for my first DSLR, I'm also quite overwhelmed with all the fancy buttons and controls for heaven knows what! :Scared: I read the manual to familiarize myself with what the what my 20D can do. But, I also don't want to cramp my limited brains with so much technical info just yet.

What I really want to learn now is: 1) how do I take great pics, regardless of what kind of camera I have, and 2) get the basics of an SLR or DSLR camera (ie. shutter speed, aperture, etc). Would appreciate your recommendations on:
books (include title, author, and bookstore where available) which cover techniques and tips for taking more effective photos.
a beginner's photography class that would cover basic and functionalities of DSLR as well as creative techniques for taking photos beyond just snapshots.Hope you can help. Sorry if the note is too long, couldn't contain my excitement! Thanks in advance, shutterbugs!

P.S. Since DPP's pilot, I have bought every issue in the bookstands... should be a good start, right? :)

Cheers --- Bettina

Hi Bettina, I'm not sure if you already know these links. You can give it a shot. It's a good reference for beginners.

http://www.digital-photography-tips.net/digital-photography-tutor.html

http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials.htm

http://www.slrtoday.com/categories/Photo-Tips-%26-Tutorials/

i agree that most info is on the net nowadays.

but nothing beats reading from print. :) i print most internet articles i find useful.

to share some links:

- http://www.strobist.com/
- http://www.daveblackphotography.com/workshop/index.htm
- http://www.dg28.com/technique.html
- http://www.pbase.com/crespoide/fashion_outdoors

i agree that most info is on the net nowadays.

but nothing beats reading from print. :) i print most internet articles i find useful.

to share some links:

- http://www.strobist.com/
- http://www.daveblackphotography.com/workshop/index.htm
- http://www.dg28.com/technique.html
- http://www.pbase.com/crespoide/fashion_outdoors
I agree with you Aris, :Grin: with the money I'm saving instead of buying these books I can buy additional accessories and lenses for my camera. Thanks for sharing these links.

hello.

just registered here at dpp a couple of minutes ago. im really interested in photography. it is just now that i found time. im learning a lot from the posts and discussions. thanks. im looking forward in meeting all of you.

btw, would someone know of any upcoming seminars... im really interested

Click on the calendar link above. There is a basic photography seminar this coming Saturday. :D

hello.

just registered here at dpp a couple of minutes ago. im really interested in photography. it is just now that i found time. im learning a lot from the posts and discussions. thanks. im looking forward in meeting all of you.

btw, would someone know of any upcoming seminars... im really interested

message sir jo avila. he has seminars for november. better catch this month's seminar. he might have a break in december and you might have to wait until next year for his next classes.ß

for those wanting to read up on nature photography, here's a steal....
"Nature Photography: Learning from a Master " by Gilles Martin and Denis Boyard
got it for only P725 from National Bookstore

shoot shoot shoot :D

I'm really lucky to have access to a public library with great books on photography. Here are my faves:
Learning to See Creatively - Bryan Peterson
Perfect Exposure - Jim Zuckerman
National Geographic Photography Field Guides
The Americans - Robert Frank
Mountain Light - Galen Rowell
Yosemite - Ansel Adams

saw the first one just last weekend sa Fully Booked... nice but I didn't have money :)

the second one looks interesting!

In regards to the book,"Digital Sports Photography",I also saw it at Fully Booked and like you,I didn't have enough money.What I did was order it from Amazon.Well,the book cost so much cheaper even shipping charges to the Philippines included.

The World Press annuals are great ones too. I think you can view the Sports photos online

100 Ways to Take Better Photographs
By Michael Busselle
128 pages
P735.00
Available at National Bookstore


http://www.fotothing.com/photos/e6c/e6c05afbec97562339f96045dcc6959e.jpg

This is a book for all photography enthusiasts — beginners and advanced shooters; film and digital. It offers 100 easy to follow, jargon-free essential tips with accompanying inspirational images. It covers a wide range of topics from choosing filters to framing a composition, as well as shooting in bad weather and taking evocative portraits. This book is worth its price.

will check it out next time i go to national. thanks for sharing!

@ Eric,

Is this a a forum where you share your recommended books in photography? Or do you want to discuss this particular book (I also HAD this book before)?

That's an interesting thread - RECOMMENDED BOOKS ON PHOTOGRAPHY

@ Eric,

Is this a a forum where you share your recommended books in photography? Or do you want to discuss this particular book (I also HAD this book before)?

I've never seen this book in National before. I'll try to look again. Is it worth it?

@ Eric,

Is this a a forum where you share your recommended books in photography? Or do you want to discuss this particular book (I also HAD this book before)?

I was hoping that fellow members would also input books they have in their personal libraries and would like others to know about and learn from. This is the reason I posted this thread in Snapshots -- to help "students for life" like me.

Also a good way to practice taking product shots (or table top) as I had done with his book.

BTW, they are having a sale at Fully Booked at Gateway Mall from today until Sunday!

:Grin:

100 Ways to Take Better Photographs
By Michael Busselle
128 pages
P735.00
Available at National Bookstore


http://www.fotothing.com/photos/e6c/e6c05afbec97562339f96045dcc6959e.jpg

This is a book for all photography enthusiasts — beginners and advanced shooters; film and digital. It offers 100 easy to follow, jargon-free essential tips with accompanying inspirational images. It covers a wide range of topics from choosing filters to framing a composition, as well as shooting in bad weather and taking evocative portraits. This book is worth its price.

You might also want to include your recommendation in the review section of the forum :) juz a suggestion

I've never seen this book in National before. I'll try to look again. Is it worth it?

Put it this way, John, I have this and the two issues of Digital Photographer that I own near my bed so I can easily reach over and browse through them over and over again; hoping that someday I can just take a quick look at any particular scene and would know exactly what to do with my camera.

:)

Put it this way, John, I have this and the two issues of Digital Photographer that I own near my bed so I can easily reach over and browse through them over and over again; hoping that someday I can just take a quick look at any particular scene and would know exactly what to do with my camera.

:)

Hmmm, interesting. So I think it's a great addition to my collection. Thanks.:)

I believe there is already a thread somewhere here about Recommended Books on Photography. For some reason, I can't find it. :(

Anyway, I had this book, but I lend it to someone and i never got it back. For me, its more of a supplement kind of book. If you already know your basics (e.g. exposure settings, lighting, composition), this book just supplements your "knowledge" on how to set it up. May I also recommend this book: PhotoIndex by Jim Krause. Mostly its about composition. But offers some techniques on Photoshop and lighting.

I believe there is already a thread somewhere here about Recommended Books on Photography. For some reason, I can't find it. :(



Probably Photoshop books.

Yup. This has been discussed before HERE (http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=1137&highlight=photography+books) and HERE (http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=1038&highlight=photography+books). :)

BTW, I got hold of the latest from National Geographic: The Ultimate Field Guide to Photofraphy. It is a 2006 release. I have yet to start reading it. Got if from Fully Booked in Rockwell for less than 2K. It's the same size as the other NG Field Guides, just thicker, at one inch. :)

merging threads.

What digital photography book would you recommend for amateurs or advance amateurs that can help improve photography skills for landscape and/or portraits? I see a lot of conflicting reviews on different books so I would like to know from you guys who actually used these books...

Try THIS THREAD (http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=1038&highlight=books) for starters, then try to use the "Search" function. You will be surprised at what you will see. :Grin:

All, I am planning to import books overseas and I would like to know if there will be market from online forums and egroups. I hope you all participate in this poll. Thanks in advance!

You can help me by voting on this poll. Thanks! :)

Assuming you will pursue your plans, when are you planning to start importing the books? I hope your pricing is good compared to bookstores who also accepts orders but takes a while before you get the books.

If it is soon, here is one title you might want to bring in:
Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with a Film or Digital Camera (Updated Edition) (Paperback or Hardbound)
by Bryan Peterson (Author)

how about some DVD tutorial?

the best books to have are those from amphoto and amherst media in buffalo, new york.

you'll sell tons of them

Hi guys, thank you for participating. These are the initial books I will be offering. Amherstmedia, Watson Guptill - Amphoto, and Ilex. I am talking to Peachpit, publisher of Scott Kelby books. I probably start offering this after my wife gave birth. Target time frame would be mid August.

My price will be around 1k to 2k per book depending on the titles. Some might go over 2k though.

Thanks for all those who participated!

how and where are you getting your books from? amphoto and amherst books (overstocked or distressed) can be had for as low as 99 cents from some ontario flea markets-that's where i got mine. i have a complete amherst series and i remember my wife donating my amphoto ones to the salvation army and goodwill. ask some dpp members from the toronto area to check out pickering flea market. i hope the guy who i got the books from is still there or else the dixie flea market in mississauga or dr, flea in brampton. i saw them there too for the same price. i will ask my wife to drop by those places too before she comes over to manila. i think they are the best books in photography. they have some in hidalgo too.

Assuming you will pursue your plans, when are you planning to start importing the books? I hope your pricing is good compared to bookstores who also accepts orders but takes a while before you get the books.

If it is soon, here is one title you might want to bring in:
Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with a Film or Digital Camera (Updated Edition) (Paperback or Hardbound)
by Bryan Peterson (Author)


Hi Giovanni - This book is available at Fully Booked - Serendra

how and where are you getting your books from? amphoto and amherst books (overstocked or distressed) can be had for as low as 99 cents from some ontario flea markets-that's where i got mine. i have a complete amherst series and i remember my wife donating my amphoto ones to the salvation army and goodwill. ask some dpp members from the toronto area to check out pickering flea market. i hope the guy who i got the books from is still there or else the dixie flea market in mississauga or dr, flea in brampton. i saw them there too for the same price. i will ask my wife to drop by those places too before she comes over to manila. i think they are the best books in photography. they have some in hidalgo too.

Hi Basil - Where can I get a listing of all amphoto books.? Thanks

here they are:
oh hold on-these are amherst.
1.fashion and glamour lighting
2.the best of photographic lighting
3.proffesional posing techniques
4.night and low light
5digital photogrphy boot camp
6.high profit photography business
7.master lighting techniques
8.advanced studio lighting techniques
9.master lighting guide

i'll call the missus for amphoto and will post it.

99 canadian cents is 41 pesos

The AMPHOTO books are nice.

too bad when my wife sees them strewn around the living room, she throws them into the salvation army bin. sayang!! i have one that i retained at all cost- eric bean and jenni bidner's THE LIGHTING COOKBOOK FOR FASHION AND BEAUTY PHOTOGRAPHY-awesome!

Hi Basil - Where can I get a listing of all amphoto books.? Thanks

Sorry to answer the question for Basil. but you can check this link W.

http://www.watsonguptill.com/index_amphoto.php

@ Basil

I hope I can get the books at that price. I will be an authorized distributor of the publishers I mentioned earlier. Time to time I might go to their regional offices or ask them to ship it here in Manila. So my price will be relatively higher compared to the books in Ontario.

Thanks Basil and Jerry.
Jerry, goodluck on your venture. Please advise once you've set up your buisiness.

Thanks Basil and Jerry.
Jerry, goodluck on your venture. Please advise once you've set up your buisiness.

Certainly. :)

But we might do it outside DPP forum as per forum rules. :)

Hi Giovanni - This book is available at Fully Booked - Serendra

Thanks... I'll check it out...

Certainly. :)

But we might do it outside DPP forum as per forum rules. :)

Sure. Just PM me. Thanks

What Books can our Photography guru's in DPP can recommend for reading and reference? The kind of books a newbie should read aside from the camera manual and the kind that can be bought locally. I'm not looking for internet articles since I am not always online. Something I can carry with me and read while I am stuck in traffic or waiting for my ride. I am looking for books on portrait and lighting. Any recommendations?

http://digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=6949&highlight=photography+books

http://digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=1038&highlight=photography+books

Hi Mea,

for me I didn't try looking for books here locally, I actually bought it at Amazon. It's hard to look for books especially if you can't get reviews on how good the book is. With Amazon you can actually see the feedback from Pros or prosumers alike. First books I bought was Exposure and Lighting by Michael Meadhra and Charlotte Lowrie. The information from this book together with a basic photography class from Jo Avila really put things into perspective for me.


http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51W1koPepvL._SL500_BO2,204,203,200_AA219_PIsitb-sticker-dp-arrow,TopRight,-24,-23_SH20_OU01_.jpg

I have a few books in my humble mini-library. But they only get pulled off the shelf when I need a quick reference or for clarification purposes.

I would recommend most of the books by Nick Kelsh.

Cheers!

Jo Avila

...I really can't remember how i found these :Grin:

Online Photography Handbook (http://books.google.com/books?q=related:ISBN1584281596&id=E7HrMG6R3koC&source=gbs_similarbooks_r&cad=3_2)

oh there's also one for Nudes :)

...I really can't remember how i found these :Grin:

Online Photography Handbook (http://books.google.com/books?q=related:ISBN1584281596&id=E7HrMG6R3koC&source=gbs_similarbooks_r&cad=3_2)

oh there's also one for Nudes :)


nice! great find... and it's free!!!

it's in my bookmark now. thank you! :)

...& here's for Digital Photography (http://books.google.com/books?lr=&q=digital+photography&btnG=Search+Books)

how can i read this?

thanks a lot willy.. this is really a good find....tfs :D

hi guys,

can you please recommend a good photography book for beginners.

im planning to buy a couple to do some home studying. im still saving up and planning for formal lessons though...so in the meantime, ill learn from photography books.

TIA :D

Nothing beats taking a formal lesson bro :Grin: Why don't you try FPPF (http://www.photoworldmanila.com/08_basic.htm)?

A camera's manual is often taken for granted....perhaps you can also start from there hehe

OR if you are too concerned about your budget, you might as well just surf the net and get tons of information for Free :Grin:

Oh there's more.....subscribe to DPP :D

already done those sir...

the manual, i read it from cover to cover. actually, im using an upgraded model of my previous camera, so their functions and user interface is not quite different, and also their manual. im at the point of almost memorizing it already hehe

DPP, i bought already the latest issue...

as for formal lessons...im still saving up for it. and also im looking for schedules which will be favorable for me since shifting is being implemented in our office.


i was actually looking for a sort-of "photography for dummies" and the likes... :D

please post here any recommendations.

TIA :D

Aside from the manual (some are very detailed and reading it does help a lot) I find the Lonely Planet books on photography to be very appealing. I only have two (Travel Photography and Urban Travel Photography) but they also have titles on People, Wildlife, etc.

BTW, I found them at Fully Booked. They have a lot of books on the subject so if you really want to learn from a book, its a good start.

Try "The Complete Guide to Ultimate Digital Photo Quality" by Derek Doeffinger. This is a "must" book in your library if you really want to master your medium. Good luck and have fun.

i understand some concerns of newbies with the user manual. though it is an essential that you read AND reread the manual, there are some things that the manual cannot provide. therefore photography books are important to further the learning process.

here are my two book lists for the extreme newbie:
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC: The Ultimate field Guide to Photography
-this book is written by different photographers and discusses the different aspects of photography, from the camera, to different artistic aspects of photography. there are even different commentaries about respected photographers, briefly explaining the techniques that make them stand out. the writing however is a bit technical and may be a little hard to swallow. aside from this book, national geographic also has some "field guide" series books focusing on different aspects of photography.
Understanding Digital Photography: Techniques for Getting Great Pictures (by Bryan peterson)
-this is a bit easier to swallow. the author writes more in layman terms, and even explains in detail how his sample photographs were taken (more like a tutorial). bryan peterson also has another highly regarded book (and i've been trying to find it in manila bookstore shelves for a while) called understanding exposure which is supposed to be a very good book.

as for lessons, i cannot recommend any because any because my formal lessons were through my old alma mater's photography club (thank you mr. vic misola...) which was 11 years ago (i was grade 5 hehehe)...

Hi Rey,

What type of photography or shooting style are you interested in? There will be free lessons during Photoworld 2009 at Glorietta Activity Center. It's a good place and event to hang-around and learn a few tricks from guest speakers/photographers.

try getting the national geographic series.... for deeper thought on photography get susan sontag's on photography

Scott Kelby's books.

Bryan Peterson - Understanding Exposure

and +1 on Scott Kelby books

scott kelby's the digital photography/photographer book 1 & 2
hands on digital photography by george schaub
bryan peterson's understanding exposure

i got all of them from national bookstore..although im not sure if they still have stocks of peterson's books..they have other titles there about exposure that are also good reads

there are also good night photography and hdr books there (cheaper prices also as compared to other bookstores =P)

Are there any good books for "Good manners and right conduct in Photography".:):D:Grin::Grin:

Are there any good books for "Good manners and right conduct in Photography".:):D:Grin::Grin:

sir, with all due respect, please start your own topic on this one. this thread is for "Good Photography Books for Beginners" only. i hope you understand. :D


to others who replied, thanks a lot. im listing down those books and ill call powerbooks, fullybooked, and national bookstore regarding their availability. i cant wait to devour those books. hehe :D

sir, with all due respect, please start your own topic on this one. this thread is for "Good Photography Books for Beginners" only. i hope you understand. :D


to others who replied, thanks a lot. im listing down those books and ill call powerbooks, fullybooked, and national bookstore regarding their availability. i cant wait to devour those books. hehe :D


ehem,

Sorry po. Just putting some humor.:) :) Good luck sir!

The book of digital photography
by Chris George

Ted Dillard - Pipeline Series

i already called a couple of book stores and singled out 2 photography books i want. they're quite expensive though....for two books, it'll cost me 3k...

i already called a couple of book stores and singled out 2 photography books i want. they're quite expensive though....for two books, it'll cost me 3k...

…yup they're quite costly, and in the end you'll find out everything's available on the net… for free :Shock:





but of course nothing still beats turning em' good ol' pages :)

yeah, i still prefer reading pages in the books rather than on the screen. its a lot stressful for the eyes to spend hours in front of the computer screen.

i think 3k is a justifiable expense for me, considering that they are books, it wouldn't be a waste of money, and fortunately, pay day is within a week...hehe :D

Exposure and Lighting
For Digital Photographers Only
By Michael Meadhra and Charlotte K. Lowrie

Found at Fully Booked Php 1,748

How bout downloading books in pdf format? then printing em.

How bout downloading books in pdf format? then printing em.

a.k.a ebooks.......

i would also recommend youtube videos.. very helpful and easy access....:)

I would suggest Understanding Exposure by Bryan Peterson and The Digital Photography Book volume 1 and 2 by Scott Kelby.

They are the both great for beginners and even for advanced users. :Grin:

Also, the best teacher is experience. Apply what you learn and learn what you apply.

Shoot, shoot and shoot to learn! It's the best! :Grin:

How bout downloading books in pdf format? then printing em.

great idea! :D

any source/link on where i can DL them?

i already called a couple of book stores and singled out 2 photography books i want. they're quite expensive though....for two books, it'll cost me 3k...

:D might be better to add Php500 and get a 5 day Basic Photography Workshop hehe

I would suggest Understanding Exposure by Bryan Peterson and The Digital Photography Book volume 1 and 2 by Scott Kelby.

They are the both great for beginners and even for advanced users. :Grin:

Also, the best teacher is experience. Apply what you learn and learn what you apply.

Shoot, shoot and shoot to learn! It's the best! :Grin:


Plus 1 here!
These books are very helpful, always brings out the "Ahhh..." in you. :)

I would also recommend the Scott Kelby books. His explanations are very simple (and funny). You also might want to get his Photoshop book. Happy reading!:D

I would also recommend the Scott Kelby books. His explanations are very simple (and funny). You also might want to get his Photoshop book. Happy reading!:D


I had one..... very interesting and addictive too :)

I had a personal digital library with hundreds of ebooks (photography & photoshop) on it. How I wish I can print it all in hard copy....

Laptop + hours of reading = paracetamol

Photography books are not cheap unless they are outdated
the Nat Geo Field guides are good but the ones in National Bookstore are already obsolete(digital in its infancy days)
I recommend Tom Ang's series on Digital Photography new series come out every now and then and the price is reasonable.
Magazines are also fine specially Pop Photo.
I learned photography by reading and asking experts.

Go to google books, most books are there for preview and by preview, they'll show you more than 50% of the content.

I forgot, subscribe to David Tong's photo blog, you'll surely learn!

thanks for all the reply.

ill go purchase the books i want by the end of this month. hopefully, they are still available at book stores.

:D

i only purchased one photography book: "photo idea index." the book shows different types of creative shots, to give you ideas on subjects, angles to shoot. i prefer this kind of book (or you can opt to just surf the net for inspiration) over those just explaining the technical side of things (this you can easily get over the net) :)

thanks for all the reply.

ill go purchase the books i want by the end of this month. hopefully, they are still available at book stores.

:D

Understanding Exposure by Bryan Peterson is in special order in PowerBooks. I ordered mine a week ago.. it takes 3-5wks...

There are two well known and highly recommended Bryan Peterson books that cover:

Technicalities: Understanding Exposure (http://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Exposure-Photographs-Digital-Updated/dp/0817463003/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_b)
Composition: Learning To See Creatively (http://www.amazon.com/Learning-See-Creatively-Composition-Photography/dp/0817441816/ref=pd_sim_b_njs_3)

And this, fairly new one (for technique), completes the triad: Understanding Shutter Speed (http://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Shutter-Speed-Low-Light-Photography/dp/0817463011/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_c)

I have read the first two, got hooked and bought the first at Fully Booked. Crystal explanation from the author. Coupled with his own striking images, the thinking process and the important settings (aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focal length) are all included on the image samples.

Hope that helps! :)

At instances where you forgot your books by Bryan Peterson (although they're not thick enough compared to a medical book)...and you have internet access, try his web site:
http://www.ppsop.com/

The site has streaming videos,blogs, photo contest, etc. The courses, however, are so pricey:Shock:

That's a good share Ruel.. can't help it though (OT), first time to see Bryan Peterson... at first I thought that was Howard Stern babbling about photography!

:)

Same here. Got myself Bryan Peterson's Understanding Exposure and Scott Kelby's The Digital Photography Book 1 & 2. I must say they're worth a read. :)

im still looking for scott kelby's digital photography book....any leads? how about ebook? care to share your copy? :D

im reading digital photography quick steps by doug sahlin. with this book, you'll learn the quick steps in digital photography. its a good read, it'll introduce and explain the very basic from what is aperture, shutter speed, ISO, etc, all the way to PP and printing your photos. plus i got it at a very bargain price in ebay :D

I recommend
1. Photography and the Art of Seeing by Freeman Patterson
2. Light: Science and Magic by Hunter, Biver and Fuqua

Arnel

Same here. Got myself Bryan Peterson's Understanding Exposure and Scott Kelby's The Digital Photography Book 1 & 2. I must say they're worth a read. :)

+1. These are the only titles that I physically have (meaning actually na libro and hindi ebook na galing sa torrent hehehe)

Hi. I would suggest:

Understanding Exposure by Brian Peterson - for beginners who are serious about learning and improving photography skills. This is available at National Bookstore.
Understanding Shutter Speed by Brian Peterson - Also available at National Bookstore.Hope this helps.

Try "Creative Exposures" bought it National Bookstore last week. It features 20 photographers discussing techniques. But they mostly use film cams. But the interviews are very encouraging. P195 lang =)

bought this book about two weeks ago for 249.75 :Grin:

Try "Creative Exposures" bought it National Bookstore last week. It features 20 photographers discussing techniques. But they mostly use film cams. But the interviews are very encouraging. P195 lang =)

it seems that the most recommended book among the photographers is -

Light: Science and Magic

here's the review link -

http://www.diyphotography.net/light-science-and-magic-a-book-review

Hmm, how much would Kelby's book cost me? xD

I just got myself a book called The Moment It Clicks by Joe McNally. I got it for SGD80 here in Singapore.

Masters! anyone who care to share their lovely e-books with a newbie? Thanks!

Just go to Google Books and you can sample a LOT of books there, while some chapters are gutted, you can still get tons of info in each book.

I recently stumbled upon some photography books. Before snapping them up though, I just wanted to get some feedback about the books so that I get a good deal since, as usual, the books here are all wrapped up.

1) "The Studio Photographer's Lighting Bible" by Calvey Taylor-Haw (http://www.amazon.com/Studio-Photographers-Lighting-Bible/dp/2940378231)

2) "Portrait Photography: Secrets of Posing & Lighting" by Mark Cleghorn (http://www.amazon.com/Portrait-Photography-Secrets-Posing-Lighting/dp/157990548X)

3) "The Essential Lighting Manual for Photographers" by Chris Weston (http://www.amazon.com/Essential-Lighting-Manual-Photographers-Revised/dp/2940378460)

4) "Lighting and the Dramatic Portrait: The Art of Celebrity and Editorial Photography" by Michael Grecco (http://www.amazon.com/Lighting-Dramatic-Portrait-Celebrity-Photography/dp/0817442278/ref=wl_it_dp?ie=UTF8&coliid=I1IBOIHNURGUAT&colid=G024Z0PELOY4)

Please leave any comments you have about the books--good, bad, or anything.

Thanks a lot! :)

try the books on this as well :D

http://strobist.blogspot.com/2006/04/strobist-bookshelf.html

i suggest you browse them first. i was looking for some photography books at National during the recent Megamall sale. I got to look at the various books about exposure and chose the Betterphoto guide to Exposure as it was the one that could understand.

Karl, go to Google Books (http://books.google.com), most of the time, the books are there for a limited preview, you can get a good sense of the book's content.

Did the search for you, here's Cleghorn's book (http://books.google.com/books?id=wRbcGU2snGwC&printsec=frontcover&dq=Portrait+Photography:+Secrets+of+Posing+%26+Lig hting&as_brr=3) and here's the newer version of Weston's book... (http://books.google.com/books?id=4lu70laX4VQC&printsec=frontcover&dq=The+Essential+Lighting+Manual+for+Photographers&as_brr=3#PPP1,M1) Good luck with the other two.

Hi guys, try rotovision pro lighting series...not sure who is the distributor there in Philippines....I suggest if you really into pro photography,you have to swallow your pride and work as assistant to the pro photographer even without pay...the hardest way but you will be the winner after..

Cheers,

@ teybartolome: thanks for the link!

@ andrewong: yup! but the staff of NBS are harder to deal with regards to taking the book out of the plastic compared to other stores, like Fullybooked.

@ David Tong: thanks! i did look for the books but they are limited previews of a single part, not several parts which can help decide about the over-all value.. so i thought about asking as well. :)

@ Efraim Evidor: thanks for the reco and advice! not looking into going pro, though i would love to be able to VA for someone if the chance arises. haha

Folks,

Here are two books on sale at Bestsellers at Galleria (there's a branch at the Podium, by the way):

ANSEL ADAMS by Barry Pritzker: only P150, yes that's about US$3.00. A few copies still left.
http://img.infibeam.com/img/8fb48361/011/3/9781572153011.jpg
(photo source: http://img.infibeam.com/img/8fb48361/011/3/9781572153011.jpg)

THE BLACK & WHITE HANDBOOK by Roger Hicks and Frances Schultz: P250 only, 2 copies lefthttp://image.campusi.com/image/9780715311240_1186875.jpg
(photo source: http://images-eu.amazon.com/images/P/0821227750.02.LZZZZZZZ.jpg)

FYI

PS: the above photos are not mine. they are somebody else's.

thanks for the recommendations i have download a lot and haven't found time to read up but i saw peterson's book at national. i'll try to check it out again if it is still available

hi guys,

can you please recommend a good photography book for beginners.

im planning to buy a couple to do some home studying. im still saving up and planning for formal lessons though...so in the meantime, ill learn from photography books.

TIA :D

Regarding the formal lessons u mentioned, checkout NathanielSalang.com. He does classes for P3k, 3days for beginners.

I've recently bought Scott Kelby's The Digital Photography vol 2 at National Bookstore. Lots of helpful tips on composition in certain occasions. Good book I must say. :)

+1. These are the only titles that I physically have (meaning actually na libro and hindi ebook na galing sa torrent hehehe)

I went to National bookstore today, unfortunately... I was not able to find these books.
Please advise which branch has these books? TIA

I went to National bookstore today, unfortunately... I was not able to find these books.
Please advise which branch has these books? TIA

I got my Scott Kelby's Digital Photography Book 2 last week at National Bookstore Glorietta 1. It's priced at P675. Hope this helps.

I got my Scott Kelby's Digital Photography Book 2 last week at National Bookstore Glorietta 1. It's priced at P675. Hope this helps.


Thanks for your reply, I got a good ebook copy of his book.
Im actually eyeing for bryan petersons books. :)
I will really appreciate if someone knows where to get them locally if possible.

I recently bought a Canon 40D and I really want to learn the ins and outs of the camera so I researched on photography books. I found 2 good books: Canon EOS 40D Digital Field Guide by Charlotte K. Lowrie and Canon EOS 40D Guide to Digital Photography by David D. Busch. I have searched the online databases of both National Bookstore and Powerbooks and they did not have either. Both are available however in Amazon for around $20 but if you guys know any store in the Metro Manila area that sells photography books, please share it here.

hey julian! have u tried power books or fully booked?

try best seller at galleria

I suggest that you try visiting bookstores that you come across. You might find something interesting.

Almost all bookstores starting from National to FullyBooked to PowerBooks.

Go to the DPP anniversary celebration this saturday at Fully Booked High Street and get 20% off on photography books. Whole day affair! :-)

actually the two books that you have listed are available at nbs as i have seen these two titles on their rack several times that i have been there specially at moa and sm manila. :):Grin:

I recently bought a Canon 40D and I really want to learn the ins and outs of the camera so I researched on photography books. I found 2 good books: Canon EOS 40D Digital Field Guide by Charlotte K. Lowrie and Canon EOS 40D Guide to Digital Photography by David D. Busch. I have searched the online databases of both National Bookstore and Powerbooks and they did not have either. Both are available however in Amazon for around $20 but if you guys know any store in the Metro Manila area that sells photography books, please share it here.

how can i read this?

some of the books are full feature which you can read online but other are just introduction of the book.

dear all,

i just want to share,
if you're really interested on gathering more knowledge through reading,
you can search all kinds of ebooks and pdf's on www.scribd.com (http://www.scribd.com)you can also collect the books that you like if you sign up on that site. some ebooks are also downloadable.

happy searching guys!

Any suggestion on a good read??

So many in national bookstore, i just go there and read. =)

Try calling your preferred bookstore and ask if they have "The Digital Photography Book" by Scott Kelby (3 volumes); or you can buy from e-bay. Very easy to read, not too technical. You may also want to check out "Hot Shoe Diaries" by Joe McNally; "The Photographer's Eye" by Michael Freeman; "Understanding Exposure" by Bryan Peterson.

Also, as @edwardgo said, there are many other titles available at National Bookstore. Go there and browse. They won't let you open the plastic packaging though. If you want to make sure you're making a good buy, ask the saleslady for a list of all available photography books and google each title for reviews.

HTH:)

Try calling your preferred bookstore and ask if they have "The Digital Photography Book" by Scott Kelby (3 volumes); or you can buy from e-bay. Very easy to read, not too technical. You may also want to check out "Hot Shoe Diaries" by Joe McNally; "The Photographer's Eye" by Michael Freeman; "Understanding Exposure" by Bryan Peterson.

Also, as @edwardgo said, there are many other titles available at National Bookstore. Go there and browse. They won't let you open the plastic packaging though. If you want to make sure you're making a good buy, ask the saleslady for a list of all available photography books and google each title for reviews.

HTH:)


Actually i kindly ask the sales lady to open it for me so i can browse it, just don't over do it. Anway, NB at shang-rila has lots of open books so does in gb2 branch and some in megamall. Except in main cubao...everything is sealed there nowadays. Also at 4flr NB Robinsons galleria has lots of open books for browsing. :)

You can also check NB at the Podium. Most of their books are available for browsing. An alternative would be checking out the booksale branches. You may chance upon a good photopgraphy book in their shelves.

anyone knows where I can buy a copy of "The Moment It Clicks by Joe Mcnally" locally?

The book gives you amazing insights of the world of photography. It inspires. It challenges. It informs. But perhaps most importantly, it will help you understand photography and the art of making great photos at a level you never thought possible.

A "MUST HAVE" book IMHO

Hi Donnel.

I go for used books bargained at Amazon for as low as $2-$8. If you can get several books from one source you save much on delivery. Snail mail is the cheapest but you'll have to wait a good 6-8 weeks or more. In my case, I have it delivered to my sister's place in the US where she piles 'em up and send to me by bulk.

A field guide on your camera model always helps. Also check out books recommended by Thom Hogan and the other pros; you'll seldom go wrong with that. HTH.

scott kelby's books are very useful light-reads if you want a sort-of-crash-course to the world of photography. I am currently reading "understanding exposures" which I borrowed from a friend. If you can find one, I suggest you grab a copy..

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I think this is the best general book on photography currently available. It also contains the relevant chapters of 3-4 books that Bryan Peterson wrote. It's available in NBS.

im reading michaels freemans photography tip 101...

the camera by Life magazine, really old book, but it covers everything basic about photography, not sure if there are some copies pa coz i bought it at booksale :)

hello guys! i'm a newbie in photography! I am planning to buy a book because, I don't have the time to attend workshops because school is fast approaching. I browsed the National Book Store website and found several books. I would like to ask what book do you prefer,

Understanding Photography Field Guide- Bryan Peterson
How to Photograph Absolutely Everything: Successful Pictures from Your Digital Camera- Tom Ang

The Digital Photography Book, Volume 1- Scott Kelby

thank you guys! looking forward on your response. Thank you and god bless! :)

aside from Scott Kelby's books you can also try some of the DPP member blogs.

aside from Scott Kelby's books you can also try some of the DPP member blogs.


i agree... david tong's blog is really helpful...

My reference books in Digital
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4070/4680241121_6c6948ebe1.jpg

male and female nude poses
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4019/4680241127_d3ec55ec29.jpg

hello guys! i'm a newbie in photography! I am planning to buy a book because, I don't have the time to attend workshops because school is fast approaching. I browsed the National Book Store website and found several books. I would like to ask what book do you prefer,

Understanding Photography Field Guide- Bryan Peterson
How to Photograph Absolutely Everything: Successful Pictures from Your Digital Camera- Tom Ang

The Digital Photography Book, Volume 1- Scott Kelby

thank you guys! looking forward on your response. Thank you and god bless! :)

I highly recommend Bryan Peterson's Understanding Exposure and Scott Kelby's The Digital Photography Book, Volumes 1 to 3

hi everyone! Do you know any good or a must have landscape photography books? :)

Creative Nature and Outdoor Photography by Brenda Tharp. It helped me a lot in improving the quality of my photos :)

Light and the Art of Landscape Photography by Joe Cornish.. one of the bests. inspiring.. captivating and stunning sample images .. and most of all, a detailed settings for each photos are provided.

thank you sir carlo and sir fred! I will definitely buy these books if budget permits. hehe

Since I can't attend workshops this July-Aug. I was hoping to learn photography through reading materials. Aside from monthly issues of DPP, can you give me some titles that you actually read and helped you a lot. TIA.

These are the books I recommended in another thread - http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showpost.php?p=1191523&postcount=8

Arnel

Since I can't attend workshops this July-Aug. I was hoping to learn photography through reading materials. Aside from monthly issues of DPP, can you give me some titles that you actually read and helped you a lot. TIA.


06-25-2011

FWIW:
http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=41241

benrose

Are these books available on our local bookstores?

Are these books available on our local bookstores?

06-25-2011

To whom are you referring your question?

IMHO, you could get faster response if you would address your question to a specific poster.

benrose

Photography newbie here! I immediately gravitated towards this topic as I like touching pages more than scrolling down them. :Grin:

I bought Bryan Peterson's Understanding Exposure, 3rd edition and I really like it! Granted I'm still a newbie and some concepts still go over my head, the book allows me to develop a good understanding of how those concepts matter in taking a picture.

I also have The Digital Photography Book, Volume 1 by Scott Kelby. This one tackles photography with less technical terms and a lot of jokes. Very good read for a newbie, though can still give advanced tips as you progress in the world of photography.

My aunt promised to send me copies of Shutterbug. Hope to get them soon! :Grin:

Photography newbie here! I immediately gravitated towards this topic as I like touching pages more than scrolling down them. :Grin:

I bought Bryan Peterson's Understanding Exposure, 3rd edition and I really like it! Granted I'm still a newbie and some concepts still go over my head, the book allows me to develop a good understanding of how those concepts matter in taking a picture.

I also have The Digital Photography Book, Volume 1 by Scott Kelby. This one tackles photography with less technical terms and a lot of jokes. Very good read for a newbie, though can still give advanced tips as you progress in the world of photography.

My aunt promised to send me copies of Shutterbug. Hope to get them soon! :Grin:

Just keep re-reading them and they will make sense one day :)

07-01-2011

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