Bryan Peterson's Exposure Solutions: The Most Common Photography Problems and How to Solve Them

Arts & Photography

PETERSON, Bryan

Photography & Video

Amphoto Books

Easy answers for your most common exposure questions Bryan Peterson’s Understanding Exposure has demystified the elements of exposure for nearly half a million readers, making it one of the most popular photography books in the world. Now, Bryan returns with his first-ever follow-up, Bryan Peterson’s Exposure Solutions, this time tackling 28 of the most common exposure stumbling blocks for amateur shooters. These are the exposure situations that prove frustrating time and time again, from exposing high-contrast scenes to freezing action in low light, photographing a full moon, exposing subjects against a sunset sky, balancing subjects in shade with brightly lit backgrounds, and so on. For each, Bryan points out common pitfalls and then offers a simple solution, showing you how to approach the exposure differently and transform your shot. A complement to Understanding Exposure, Bryan Peterson’s Exposure Solutions digs deeper to help you break bad habits, take control of your exposure, and approach even tricky situations with confidence.

Reference

Learn to “see” more compelling images with this on-the-go field guide from Bryan Peterson! What makes an image amazing? Believe it or not, it is not about the content. What makes a photo compelling is the arrangement of that content—in other words, its composition. The right composition gives your images impact and emotion; the wrong one leaves them flat. In this handy, take-anywhere guide, renowned photographer, instructor, and bestselling author Bryan Peterson frees amateur photographers from the prejudices of what is “beautiful” or “ugly” so that they can instead focus on color, line, light, and pattern. Get the tools you need to show your distinct voice and point of view in every image you shoot. With this guide in your camera bag, you’ll be equipped not only to “see” beautiful images but to successfully shoot them each and every time. Also available as an ebook

Bryan Peterson's Understanding Composition Field Guide: How to See and Photograph Images with Impact

A master class from the acclaimed photographer, bestselling author, and popular teacher, featuring lessons andworkshops previouslyavailableonly through the Bryan Peterson School of Photography Have you ever dreamed of attending a photographyclassled by one of the most respected professional photographers in the world? Step right up! Bryan Petersoninvitesreadersto participate inhis famous workshops,sharingall his best tips and tricks for capturing subjects and landscapes in a magical moment. Using before-and-after examples from real-life students, Bryan reveals the keys to improving your craft with the right angle, aperture, lens, and filters. Including lessons in shutter speed, white balance, light meter,lens choice and point of view,Photoshop, and so much more,Bryan Peterson Photography Schoolis a unique opportunity to hone your skills and learn how to produce impeccable photographs.

Bryan Peterson Photography School: A Master Class in Creating Outstanding Images

Watson/Guptill

Veteran photographer and instructor Bryan Peterson is best known for his arresting imagery using bold, graphic color and composition. Here he explores his signature use of color in photography for the first time, showing readers his process for creating striking images that pop off the page. He addresses how to shoot in any type of light, and looks at color families and how they can work together to make compelling images in commercial and art photography. He also helps readers understand exposure, flash, and other stumbling blocks that beginning and experienced photographers encounter when capturing images, showing how to get the most out of any composition. With its down-to-earth voice and casual teaching style, Understanding Color in Photography is a workshop in a book, helping any photographer take their images to the next level.

Understanding Color in Photography: Using Color, Composition, and Exposure to Create Vivid Photos

Heide Schellenberg, Susana

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.

Understanding Portrait Photography: How to Shoot Great Pictures of People Anywhere

Understanding Exposure, 3rd Edition

In his sixth book, renowned photographer, popular instructor, and best-selling author Bryan Peterson challenges and inspires us to see close-up photography in new ways when we view it through his eyes. You’ve seen the dewdrops, but what about dewdrops on a bird’s wing or raindrops on a car windshield? You’ve seen the bumblebees on vibrant flowers, but what about the fluid edge of just one petal or the colorful rusting metal at industrial sites? Even when Peterson does capture the more traditional subjects, it's done in untraditional ways–and often with minimal specialized equipment! Most important, he moves beyond the commonplace to inspire new ways of getting close, using your lenses, and discovering unconventional subjects.

Understanding Close-Up Photography: Creative Close Encounters with Or Without a Macro Lens

Everything you need to know in one take-anywhere field guide! This all-in-one guide from renowned photographer, instructor, and author Bryan Peterson will help you take better photos anytime, anywhere–with any camera. Want to finally understand exposure? Interested in learning to "see" and composing your images more creatively? Ready to master the magic of light? It’s all here, the techniques every amateur photographer needs to take better nature, landscape, people, and close-up photos. You’ll even get creative techniques, like making "rain" and capturing "ghosts," and practical advice on gear, equipment, and postprocessing software. Filled with Bryan’s inspirational photographs, this is the one essential guide for every camera bag.

Bryan Peterson's Understanding Photography Field Guide: How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera

Using his popular bad image/good image pairings of real-life examples, Bryan Peterson takes the reader through all the techniques needed to succeed with digital photography in every popular genre: nature, people, sports, interiors, travel, low-light conditions, travel, weather, commercial portraits, macro, and wildlife—even how to use creative tricks such as reflections. As a bonus, Peterson explains, in straightforward text, the techniques of Photoshop as well as the basics of publishing, printing, and archiving and storing for personal or professional use. Full of great examples for beginners and serious photographers, Understanding Digital Photography makes it easy to create great digital pictures every time.

Understanding Digital Photography: Techniques for Getting Great Pictures

Computers & Technology

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Bryan Peterson's Exposure Solutions: The Most Common Photography Problems and How to Solve Them

Bryan Peterson's Exposure Solutions: The Most Common Photography Problems and How to Solve Them

Bryan Peterson's Understanding Composition Field Guide: How to See and Photograph Images with Impact

Bryan Peterson Photography School: A Master Class in Creating Outstanding Images

Understanding Color in Photography: Using Color, Composition, and Exposure to Create Vivid Photos

Understanding Portrait Photography: How to Shoot Great Pictures of People Anywhere

Understanding Exposure, 3rd Edition

Understanding Close-Up Photography: Creative Close Encounters with Or Without a Macro Lens

Bryan Peterson's Understanding Photography Field Guide: How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera

Understanding Digital Photography: Techniques for Getting Great Pictures