BetterPhoto Basics

The Absolute Beginner's Guide to Taking Photos Like a Pro

Author Jim Miotke
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Paperback
$22.99 US
7.5"W x 8.5"H x 0.6"D  
On sale Apr 27, 2010 | 240 Pages | 978-0-8174-0502-1
| Grades 6-12 + AP/IB
In BetterPhoto Basics, Jim Miotke, founder of the popular online photography school BetterPhoto.com, shares tips and tricks to improve photos right away, no matter what camera is being using. Flip the book to any page for an instant tip to use right away. Learn to compose knockout shots, make the most of indoor and outdoor light, and photograph twenty popular subjects, from sunsets and flowers to a family portrait. Those who want to go further get tips on controlling exposure and the secrets behind ten advanced creative techniques. Readers will appreciate Jim’s breakdown of easy fixes to make in Photoshop. No matter what level of experience, readers will be amazed with how easy it is to start taking photos like the professionals.
Jim Miotke has been a photographer for 15 years and runs BetterPhoto.com, a free Web site dedicated to helping budding photographers take better photos. He lives in Redmond, Washington. View titles by Jim Miotke

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In BetterPhoto Basics, Jim Miotke, founder of the popular online photography school BetterPhoto.com, shares tips and tricks to improve photos right away, no matter what camera is being using. Flip the book to any page for an instant tip to use right away. Learn to compose knockout shots, make the most of indoor and outdoor light, and photograph twenty popular subjects, from sunsets and flowers to a family portrait. Those who want to go further get tips on controlling exposure and the secrets behind ten advanced creative techniques. Readers will appreciate Jim’s breakdown of easy fixes to make in Photoshop. No matter what level of experience, readers will be amazed with how easy it is to start taking photos like the professionals.

Author

Jim Miotke has been a photographer for 15 years and runs BetterPhoto.com, a free Web site dedicated to helping budding photographers take better photos. He lives in Redmond, Washington. View titles by Jim Miotke

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