Intended as the primary textbook for a photo 101 course, Introduction to Photography: A Visual Guide to the Essential Skills of Photography and Lightroom from Focal Press is a wide-ranging, step-by-step guide teaching the fundamental skills of photography. Authored by Mark Galer, this 174-page book covers the basics of working with an interchangeable-lens camera, either a DSLR or mirrorless, as well as an introduction to digital image editing using software such as Adobe Photoshop Lightroom. The text is written in a jargon-free style and the publication is laid out in a simple manner-placing a large image on the page with a brief explanation of the creative controls used to achieve the photograph. This pared down style of information aids in quickly learning a variety of skills, as well as retaining the information for long-term use.
Equipment and Materials
Course Information
Technical Section
Exposure
Metering Modes Exposure Modes Aperture
Shutter Speed
ISO
Depth of Field
Essential Camera Settings
Drive Modes Focus Settings Image Quality White Balance
Camera Shake and Movement Blur
Exposure Compensation
Creative Challenges
Creative Challenge 1: People
Creative Challenge 2: Place
Creative Challenge 3: Time
Creative Challenge 4: f/8 and Be There
Image Editing
Basic Adjustments
Essential Adjustments
Optional Adjustments
Exporting Images
Useful Links
Glossary