BetterPhoto Basics: The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Taking Photos Like a Pro Reviews

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   Niki / October 27, 2010

   Review by Niki for BetterPhoto Basics: The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Taking Photos Like a Pro
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   I really appreciate this book! I have been taking photos for several years but desire to improve my photography skills. Jim Miotke does a wonderful job of introducing his readers to the many features of today’s digital cameras. The 40 tips for better photos and 20 assignments are very helpful for beginning and experienced photographers. I am working through the assignments with friends which provides an even better learning experience as we discuss our photos. I recommend this book highly!

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   Diane / October 27, 2010

   Review by Diane for BetterPhoto Basics: The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Taking Photos Like a Pro
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   I am a beginner in digital photography. This book is a great help to understanding basic photography! I have a much better idea of what my camera can do! Thank you!!!

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   S. Stinson / October 27, 2010

   Review by S. Stinson for BetterPhoto Basics: The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Taking Photos Like a Pro
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   BetterPhoto Basics by Jim Miotke is an excellent resource for those just delving into digital photography. Unlike many other “beginner” books, Miotke doesn’t spend page after page on techniques or explanations, instead keeping his descriptions short and to the point. My students find this book to be a great beginner’s book, helping them go on to the more advanced books by Kelby, Evening, and others.

   Full-color throughout, Miotke’s book will take you from “Don’t Get Too Close” to what lens compression is and how it affects your images. He explains why you should or would need a tripod, when to turn on the flash, what focal length is, composition, framing, and more. For a beginner, this is the book I would recommend to get you started. If you have a good grasp of the basics, this is NOT the book for you.

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   Midwest Book Review / October 27, 2010

   Review by Midwest Book Review for BetterPhoto Basics: The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Taking Photos Like a Pro
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   BetterPhoto Basics: The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Taking Photos Like the Pros offers a guide packed with tips and inspiration to help new photographers take better photos quickly. From getting close to a subject and turning off a flash to locking auto-focus and dealing with a camera’s automatic settings, this packs in all the basics on how to take superior photos. Filled with color photo examples, any lending library needs this.
   

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   Laura Michelle Tingle / October 27, 2010

   Review by Laura Michelle Tingle for BetterPhoto Basics: The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Taking Photos Like a Pro
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   Looking for a quick guide?

   This book has lots of picture to word comparrisons to go by. Ex: “Taking a picture of waterfalls like this? Taking pictures at the zoo? Taking pictures in a dark auditorium? (Insert picture) Then use “this” setting with “this” shutter speed.

   I’m pretty sure I’ll end up purchasing this book – just not from Barnes and Noble. Thank you Amazon.

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