At last-your complete guide to the digital photography process, from concept through delivery
Whether you're a professional or a serious enthusiast, digital photography offers you so many exciting opportunities and advantages. But working with digital requires a unique procedure, and until now, there was no single source to guide you through. In this landmark work, two respected professionals help you develop an efficient workflow that incorporates Photoshop, leading RAW file software, and other essential technological tools. Richly illustrated with full-color photographs by the authors and packed with the wisdom they've acquired, this volume smoothes every step of the way from planning a shoot to delivering perfect digital images.
Transition smoothly from film to digital
See how your workflow encompasses photography, computing, and graphic design
Explore hardware and software and choose what's right for your purpose
Optimize the quality of your images with Photoshop(r)
Choose the appropriate file types to display your images
Recognize the capabilities and limitations of digital files
Select the best method of printing your photos
Understand the principles of color calibration and how they affect your prints
Organize and manage a large volume of digital photos efficiently and safely
Transfer images from your camera and set up an efficient archiving system
Plan to have the right equipment on a shoot
Whether you're a professional or a serious enthusiast, digital photography offers you so many exciting opportunities and advantages. But working with digital requires a unique procedure, and until now, there was no single source to guide you through. In this landmark work, two respected professionals help you develop an efficient workflow that incorporates Photoshop, leading RAW file software, and other essential technological tools. Richly illustrated with full-color photographs by the authors and packed with the wisdom they've acquired, this volume smoothes every step of the way from planning a shoot to delivering perfect digital images.
Transition smoothly from film to digital
See how your workflow encompasses photography, computing, and graphic design
Explore hardware and software and choose what's right for your purpose
Optimize the quality of your images with Photoshop(r)
Choose the appropriate file types to display your images
Recognize the capabilities and limitations of digital files
Select the best method of printing your photos
Understand the principles of color calibration and how they affect your prints
Organize and manage a large volume of digital photos efficiently and safely
Transfer images from your camera and set up an efficient archiving system
Plan to have the right equipment on a shoot