In his latest book – Composition Digital Field Guide – author and San Diego-based photographer, Alan Hess, shares his knowledge of photo basics for the frustrated novice wanting a better image.
Covering a tremendous array of topics, Alan breaks down the basics of composition, explaining the rule of thirds, use of color and cropping, even tips on achieving better exposures and color balance.
For those of you feeling a bit overwhelmed by the world of digital photography, this field guide will not only help you understand the basic functions of your SLR in order to get better shots, but also help you get a bit more creative in order to achieve dynamic and striking compositions.
Alan conveys the importance of thoughtfully considering your subjects and environment while executing specific techniques in order to get those shots you've always wanted but couldn't seem to capture.
With chapters including Symmetry and Balance, Light and Exposure, and How to Use the Gray Card and Color Checker (cards included in the book), Composition Digital Field Guide is – surprise – about much more than composition. It's a great read and camera bag accessory for anyone looking for a some handy tips and information.
WIN a copy of Composition Digital Field Guide – signed by the author!
Artistic Photo Canvas – Alan Hess' preferred lab for lifelike prints on canvas – has four signed copies of Composition Digital Field Guide to give away to readers of The Photo Canvas Blog!
For your chance to win, just post a comment below. We'll draw one random winner each day between Wednesday, Oct. 27 and Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010. Be sure to use a valid email address when posting your comment – it won't appear on the blog – so we can contact you if you're a winner! Good luck!
– Camille Pyatte, Team APC
DAILY WINNERS:
Wednesday, October 27: Michael Kells – Congratulations!
Thursday, October 28: Angie K – Congratulations!
Friday, October 29: John Tammaro – Congratulations!
Saturday, October 30 – Don McGurrin – Congratulations!
Looks like a great book!
Alan - Looks like a great book! Can't wait to check it out!
Cool! Would love to have a copy of the book.
I've seen Alan teach at Photoshop World, and he does a phenomenal job! Really knows his stuff.
Looks like it will fill a certain spot in the student photographers education.
Your photography is stunning and what most pops out is your sense of composition. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and pointer. Cheers!
great photos from the Epicenter Festival - nice work!
Would like to read your book
Would love to read this book!
I would like a copy. Very interesting. Thank you in advance.
That looks like a great book to have.
Very cool. Thanks for sharing.
Alan Hess is the man! ;-) and a really nice guy to boot!
Would love a copy of his book! A great guy to follow on twitter.
Awesome looking book - I hope to win a copy!
Thanks!
Always looking for more ideas on composition. This looks good.
Wow Alan, looks like a great book.
I'd love to have a copy. I'm taking a class on Composition starting Monday and this work would definitely come in handy.
Wow, looks like I could really use this book, still a lot to learn.
Was looking for a great book on Composition, saw you at Photoshop World, look forward to reading.
An absolute novice in digital photography, am keen to take this book in my hand and get abreast with some basics.
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Would love to win your book!!
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Hey I would love a copy. Thanks.
Alan always has great books!
Always great to get new books on this topic as it's so subjective. Looking forward to reading it!
would love to read this!
Pick me please. Trying to continue improve my crafts.Your book will be a great learning tool.Thanks for considering.
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I would love a copy.
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I sure would like to win that book!
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looks like it has surfing in it...i'm all about that :)
Sweet! Can't wait to learn how to start taking awesome pictures! If you want surfing shots, get yourself a 400mm + and come to Hawaii! ;)
The book sounds great and by a knowledgeable author too!
Sweet
Looks like a great book!
Would love to have a copy!
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You rock !
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