Macro Photography for Gardeners and Nature Lovers, by Alan Detrick | Book Review
A review of Macro Photography for Gardeners and Nature Lovers: The Essential Guide to Digital Techniques, by Alan L. Detrick.
Books on Photography
Reviews and recommendations for books related to digital photography.
Photographing Flowers, by Harold Davis | Book Review
A review of the book Photographing Flowers: Exploring Macro Worlds, by Harold Davis.
Wildlife Photography: From First Principles to Professional Results, by Richard Bernabe | Book Review
This new book from wildlife photographer Richard Bernabe is crammed with useful and practical information on capturing anything from the most exotic safari animals to the hidden gems in the wildlife in your backyard or local zoo.
Extraordinary Everyday Photography, by Brenda Tharp & Jed Manwaring | Book Review
The authors of this book encourage you to apply fresh eyes to the world close to home to capture creative photos and ultimately become a better photographer.
Color Management & Quality Output, by Tom P. Ashe – Book Review
Tom Ashe’s Color Management and Quality Output is a comprehensive and authoritative book on the complex issue of color management, from creation to display.
Best Books on the Nikon D3400
If you’ve just bought yourself a Nikon D3400, or even if you’ve had one for a while and are looking to make use of more of its features, here’s a quick rundown of what I think are the best books on using this camera.
Best Books on Taking Photos of Children and Families
One of my unsolicited pieces of advice I give to friends and family who are new parents is to take lots of photos. So here are some of my favorite books on taking photos of children and families.
Your Family in Pictures, by Me Ra Koh | Review
Photos of your kids are likely to be some of your most precious photos. This book aims to help you create better family keepsakes.
Food Photography, by Corinna Gissemann – Book Review
Food photography isn’t easy, but it’s also very possible to take great photos without fancy gear or studios and with some basic techniques and tricks. Corinna Gissemann’s new book shows you how.
The Weekend Photographer
Review of The Weekend Photographer by John Van Put, a book aimed at amateur photographers shooting for themselves while traveling.
The Photographer’s Guide to Making Money
The subtitle of this book is “150 Ideas for Cutting Costs and Boosting Profits.” And that really sums up the book. Its goal is to help you think differently about what you’re already doing.
The Best New Books on Food Photography
Food photography isn’t easy. It takes real skill to make food look inviting and tasty. Here are some of the best books to help.
People Photography: Capturing Lifestyle for Art & Stock
Book review. Taking photos of people offers endless variety. Whether it’s baby and kid photos, headshots of an aspiring actor, workers going about their work, or a family celebrating a special occasion, every photo has its own challenges and opportunities. This book aims to help.
Adobe Photoshop for Underwater Photographers, by Jack and Sue Drafahl / Review
Review. There’s much more to underwater photography than keeping your camera dry. This book outlines Photoshop post-production strategies for underwater photos.
The Underwater Photographer, by Martin Edge / Review
If you’re looking to do any kind of underwater photography, this might well be just the book you’re after.
The Art and Business of Photography, by Susan Carr
Book review of The Art and Business of Photography by Susan Carr, a practical look at the photography business in today’s economy.
Pocket Dictionary of Ethnic Foods
Do you know your pollo from your polo, your ghee from your gobi, your sangak from your samosa? Or, most importantly, your Marmite from your Vegemite? The Pocket Diction of Ethnic Foods might be just what you need to navigate the wonders and potential disasters of hard-to-decipher menus in foreign lands.
