Camcorder Video: Shooting and Editing Techniques Review

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(More customer reviews)I found this to be a terific manual for using your camcorder and editing your videos. The only drawback is that there isn't a sequel in print at this time! More! I film, produce, host and edit a local access television show and this book helped tremendously. It is written to address the beginners questions as well as the "imtermediate" level. The local access television station is ordering more for manuals. Deborah Goodell, Critter Connection

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From camcorder equipment, care, and accessories to shootingtechniques, subject matter, and editing, this method-packed handbookwalks readers one easy step at a time through complete camcordervideo production. It covers the technological background ofcamcorders; specific procedures for shooting weddings,presentations, training sessions, music videos, video movies, andother special events; strategies for editing with two VCRs or acamcorder and a VCR; methods for transferring slides and film tovideo; steps for shooting a steady picture; techniques explaininghow and when to take zoom, high angle, low angle, and other shots;step-by-step procedures for doing assemble and insert editing;suggestions for using light and color to create certain moods andspecial effects; guidelines for including the right sound in yourproduction; and much more. This multi-leveled handbook is perfectfor home video buffs, business people, and hired videoprofessionals.

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Lighting and Posing Techniques for Photographing Women (Pro Photo Workshop) Review

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(More customer reviews)Photographers who want to hone in on the lighting and poses that flatter women will love Lighting and Posing Techniques for Photographing Woman, covering a wide range of images from the traditional bridal image and business portraits to fashion shots, maternity images, and more. Posing techniques are presented to make women look their best, along with tips on using both studio and natural lighting, and different poses for business versus personal portraits. Approaches of a number of different pros outline different methods of achieving success.
Diane C. Donovan
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Featuring 15 of the industry's top photographers, among them Monte Zucker, Michael Ayers, Dave Newman, and Kathleen Hawkins, this guide teaches professional photographers how to capture the most flattering views of the female form-and appeal to their largely female clientele-through careful lighting and posing. This reference emphasizes how from the very start of the process, certain techniques should be employed to create high quality images, such as using light to enhance a beautiful face and employing shadow and light to downplay any of the subject's percieved flaws or insecurities. With 36 detailed lighting and posing diagrams illustrating how to re-create the work of the pros, this handbook reveals numerous ways to create a technically flawless, saleable portrait of a female client.

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Lights, Camera, Capture: Creative Lighting Techniques for Digital Photographers Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm a professional wedding photographer and have been for 5+ years. One area that I continue to try to improve in my craft is lighting. For the longest time I considered myself a available light shooter - and I still do, when I can. But what I learned from Bob is that you can achieve the look of available light with a flash, if only you know how to do it!
This book is very easy to read. He provides great explanations on how to get the results he got in the sample images he puts in the book. He doesn't use a ton of geeky lingo, with complex mathematical equations to get his point across. He tells you what you can do, shows you sample images, and diagrams as to where the camera, subject and lights were when he took the shot. Though there is TONS to learn in this book (for those looking for a different look at lighting), he doesn't bore you like a textbook.
I really enjoyed reading and learning from Bob in this book and would strongly recommend it to anyone who is looking to learn more about different lighting techniques.

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Learn to achieve the best possible images with minimal lighting equipment
Author Bob Davis is a photographer whose high-profile clients include Oprah Winfrey and Eva Longoria, and whose work has appeared in Time, O Magazine, and People. Along with his invaluable professional advice, this beautiful full-color book includes a DVD featuring portions of his workshop curriculum. He covers the elements of lighting and shares his two-strobe technique that will enable you to create studio-quality lighting anywhere with only minimal equipment.
High-profile photographer Bob Davis is especially known for his lighting techniques; this book shares his advice on lighting for professional photographers and serious amateurs
Covers all the key elements of photographic lighting, with informative illustrations and lighting grids
Details the author's pioneering two-strobe technique that reduces the amount of equipment a photographer must carry to a shoot and dramatically lowers equipment costs
Features professional tips and stunning full-color images
60-Minute DVD includes video from the author's three-day lighting and photography workshop

Lights, Camera, Capture: Creative Lighting Techniques for Digital Photographersoffers your professional advice worth many times the cost of the book.
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

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Rolando Gomez's Posing Techniques for Glamour Photography Review

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(More customer reviews)I have read a few of Rolando's books. I have actually shot with a few of his favorite models. Rolando is good...no doubt. The book is well written and offers many points and tips for any photographer interested in Glamour or not. My thing about this book is that I'm not into this type of photography so I think that tainted my review to just 4 stars instead of 5. I just want to be honest!
As I have stated in numerous reviews, the price makes this book worth it. I have hundreds of dollars worth of Amherst Media books and it's for a reason....they make EXCELLENT resource books for WHEN I want ideas or need them. I read them, critique them, implement numerous ideas, and put sticky notes on pages for future reference.
Definitely take a look at this book. You WILL like it!

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Literally working from head to toe, the images in this essential guide to glamour photography demonstrate how to flatter models' assets and downplay any perceived flaws when there is no clothing to hide behind. Detailed instructions on recreating classic poses and a thorough discussion of the three main sections of the body-upper body, lower body, and backside-are coupled with ample photographic examples. Abundant illustrations reveal how to manipulate a model's tresses, garner the best possible views of the face, and visually enhance the appearance of the breasts, arms, abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, calves, feet, and toes. Best-practice techniques for maximizing curves and minimizing bulk will make each subject look her personal best. Because of the intimate nature of nude and semi-nude photo shoots, suggestions for easing into the shoot while staying on task and ensuring a subject's comfort are also discussed.

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