Rick Sammons HDR Secrets for Digital Photographers

Top photographer Rick Sammon shares his greatest HDR tips and tricksHigh Dynamic Range (HDR) photography is a process in which a photographer shoots multiple shots of the same subject at varying exposure settings and then "stitches" the images together with photo-editing software into a single photo that presents sharper color and focus than a single image. World-renowned digital photographer and Canon Explorer of Light Rick Sammon reveals his most amazing HDR tips, tricks, and techniques for creating the best possible HDR images.Packed with more than 150 of Sammon's stunning full-color photos and more than 200 techniques, this invaluable guide inspires and motivates you to capture and edit your own unique still-life images. World-renowned digital photographer and Canon Explore of Light Rick Sammon reveals a wealth of unparalleled High Dynamic Range (HDR) tips, tricks, and techniques Inspires both amateur and experienced photographers to boost their creativity, and improve the quality of their images in the digital darkroom* Features more than 150 beautiful images from Sammon's own portfolio as well as more than 200 tips and tricks for shooting and editing HDR imagesHDR Secrets for Digital Photographers unveils an abundance of tips and tricks that will help you make your good HDR photos great. BuchrückseiteMake some magic with HDR photographyBreathtaking detail. Spectacular contrast. Unbelievable texture. These are all hallmarks of HDR (high dynamic range) photography. When you learn the secrets of how to shoot, process, and display HDR images, you'll understand why master photographer Rick Sammon calls it "magical" -- and you'll also know why he says it's a ton of fun. Ready to get started? See the color, direction, and quality of the light as well as the contrast Learn the secrets of HDR by exploring dozens of before-and-after examples Discover how to avoid digital noise and chromatic aberrations Find out when you should NOT use HDR -- and why Learn to process HDR images with Photomatix and enhance them even more with Adobe Camera RAW and Photoshop Explore the tricks possible with Exposure Fusion Build your composing and visualizing skills