The Blue Pixel Guide to Travel Photography: Perfect Photos Every Time

by David Schloss and Schloss David

This guide outlines everything photographers need to know to take great travel shots using the digital tools available today. The text offers clear, concise instruction plus practical advice,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0321356772
• ISBN13: 9780321356772
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Peachpit Press
• Length: 215 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.0"

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A must read before your next trip!

Title: Blue Pixel Guide to Travel Photography Author: David Schloss Publisher: Peachpit Press (November 7, 2005) Paperback: 215 pages ISBN: ISBN: 0-321-35677-2 List Price: US $24.99 Blue Pixel was founded with one mission: to have leading digital photographers teach their craft from an unbiased, real-world perspective. Each of the contributing photographers for the Blue Pixel Guide to Travel Photography have from 20 to 40 years of photography experience (photojournalism, commercial, teaching). The book is divided into 7 chapters. Just about every page has at least one color photograph (with red colored descriptive text) to further explain the topic being discussed. Most pages also have a blue colored text tips section in which the authors/contributors give their real-world experience (tricks of the trade). Chapter 1 describes how to choose the right gear for your trip. Selecting the right camera (point and shoot versus Digital SLR), lens, memory cards, backup hardware (laptop, mobile hard drives). This chapter has the best explanation of lens aperture I have ever read. Chapter 2 describes what to take and what to leave home for your trip. Some examples are: power adapters, secondary batteries, charges, tripods, flashes, manuals, filters, etc.). Considerations are discussed on the length and type of trip is planned. Chapter 3 describes preparing for your photographic adventure. Here the author emphasizes the importance of researching the geographical location, weather, customs, language, and local events of your destination before you leave for your trip to maximize your photographic experiences. "A Photographic Journey is 80 percent preparation and 20 percent vacation". Some of the methods described are : using the internet, magazines, books, libraries, travel agents. There is one tip in this section which I never would have thought of on how to find out more about your destination from a photographer's perspective. You will have to buy the book to find out what it is. Chapter 4 describes how a good attitude makes good pictures. Here the reader is informed on your need to understand the local culture, language and customs of the people for the more productive pictures and avoid any potential problems. Chapter 5 describes how to photograph the world once you arrive at your destination. Examples include: what to shoot, when to shoot it, how to shoot it, and what equipment to use. This comprehensive chapter consists of 50 pages. Chapter 6 describes how to manage your gear and your photos on the road. Emphasis is on proper backup of your digital photos and file naming suggestions. Chapter 7 describes sharing your photos with the world. Many ideas from making prints to creating images for the web are discussed and what hardware and software to use. Summary: Every level of photographer will benefit from reading this book whether you are planning a day trip within your area or a two week trip to another country. You will have a be