Description
It’s the latest and hottest technique, made possible only through digital. High Dynamic Range photography is the process of taking several pictures of a scene at various exposures, then merging them into one file. So the entire photo can look crisp and detailed, from highlights to midtones to shadowsand photographers needn’t sacrifice any part of their image. And the best way to master this exciting technology is with this thorough, easy-to-follow, and visually spectacular guide. No other title does justice to these cutting-edge techniques, which actually take the viewer into worlds far beyond normal photographysometimes even beyond normal human perception. Ferrell McCollough, a widely respected photographer, pushes the boundaries and inspires others to pursue their artistic vision, too. The amazing results simply can’t be achieved any other way.
Read More
This guide to high dynamic range (HDR) digital photography is not for newcomers; the most appropriate readers will be advanced or professional at using digital cameras and Adobe editing software including Photoshop. The eight well-illustrated chapters detail both basic techniques and fine-tuning strategies for HDR images, which elude the limitations of available light by combining more than one photograph of the same subject to striking results. Chapters cover topics that include: digital camera sensors, tone mapping, considerations for different types of cameras, use of a tripod, merging, HDR software and post-processing techniques, capturing good source images, flash merging and panoramas, single image HDR photography, and advanced image analysis. The work and insight of five artists working in HDR are included. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Read Less