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This is the first ever field guide from best selling author Bryan Peterson, featuring material from previous titles plus new examples. It covers a broad list of topics & features Peterson's breathtaking imagery that never fails to inspire. Best-selling author Bryan Peterson revises the best material from his previous books, with the addition of exciting new photographic examples, in his first ever field guide. For the beginning photographer to the serious amateur, including students, aspiring professionals and the multitude of existing Peterson fans, this is the perfect pocket guide to take along while shooting for on-location reference. It covers a broad list of topics useful to photographers, from composition and lighting to shutter speed and much more. It is the perfect size for taking on-location and as always, Peterson keeps his readers inspired with his breathtaking imagery.

Capture the perfect portrait--even if it's with a selfie--in this updated edition of a trusted classic, now with all-new photography. Great portraits go beyond a mere record of a face. They reveal one of the millions of intimate human moments that make up a life. In Understanding Portrait Photography, renowned photographer Bryan Peterson shows how to spot those "aha!" moments and capture them forever. Rather than relying on pure luck and chance to catch those moments, Peterson's approach explains what makes a photo memorable, how to spot the universal themes that everyone can identify with, and how to use lighting, setting, and exposure to reveal the wonder and joy of everyday moments. This updated edition includes new sections on capturing the perfect selfie, how to photograph in foreign territory while being sensitive to cultures and customs, how to master portraiture on an iPhone, and the role of Photoshop in portraiture. Now with brand-new photography, Understanding Portrait Photography makes it easy to create indelible memories with light and shadow.

Discover the secrets to mastering street photography?from city streets to country roads and the alleyways in between?from an acclaimed international photographer, teacher, and best-selling author. Street photography enables us to experience the world through a new lens. In Understanding Street Photography, readers will learn the techniques behind images taken around the globe, from the vibrant streets of Varanasi, India, to the crowded walkways of the Charles Bridge in Prague, and so many other corners of the world. In this master class, street photography is defined as images that convey evidence of human interaction, whether that's a striking cityscape, an image of rush-hour foot traffic, the remains of a half-eaten sandwich, or a pedestrian portrait. Along the way, Peterson shares 120 mini diaries: the story behind each image; the thought process; the arrangement of the composition; the psychology of the colours; and the lens, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO for readers to replicate his work. Professional and aspiring photographers alike will learn how to produce posed and candid compositions, capture light and movement, and work with shadows, weather, and architecture, and hone your craft. Through lessons, exercises, and anecdotes, Peterson shares his best tips for capturing the unpredictable world of urban life in motion.