Most Popular Books by Tim Grey

Provides answers to a variety of questions concering digital photography, including such topics as digital cameras, digital capture, color management, using Photoshop, creative effects, printing, and digital sharing.

Whether you’re new to Photoshop Elements or an experienced image editor, this professional book shows you how to create consistent high-quality images by establishing a logical sequence of essential tasks. From sorting images and RAW conversion to advanced editing and output, it’s all here in the friendly, professional style that readers know and trust from the Tim Grey Guides series. Go beyond the basics and that you can focus on workflow and produce better digital images with this one-of-kind guide to Photoshop Elements.

In this latest edition of his bestselling guide, expert digital photographer and author Tim Grey explains how proper workflow can alleviate repetitive parts of a project to allow you to focus on producing stunning results and he reveals expert tips and techniques that automate tasks, optimize output, and reduce time spent at the computer, and offers insights to using Lightroom and Bridge. He also demonstrates how to process RAW captures; crop, rotate, repair, and adjust tone and color; harness new Clone, Curves, and Blend Mode features; download, sort, and organize digital images on a computer; and more.

Get the most out of Lightroom with Tim Grey as your guide by reducing the time and effort you spend storing, selecting, and editing your digital images. Adobe’s new Lightroom software, together with this practical guide, explains everything from importing and cataloguing to processing and archiving. Whether you’re a professional photographer or advanced amateur, you’ll find ways to work efficiently with Lightroom in order to improve your productivity and get the results you want.

Color Confidence is a practical, results-oriented book that gives photographers the knowledge they need to manage color effectively from capture to output. Digital imaging expert Tim Grey designed this book for busy photographers who want to get results without wading through tons of information about color science—-distilling the most important concepts into real-world use. He teaches only the theory that photographers must know to understand how color management works, and focuses on the practical information they need to make decisions when working with their images: the actual processes that achieve the best results possible. In this new edition of the very first practical guide to color management, readers will find out how to quickly get predictable color results across all devices--from cameras, monitors, and printers, to scanners and raster image processors (RIPs). Updated with new information on Photoshop, RIP technology, and calibration, this results-oriented book is a must for all serious photographers.

Whether you’re a serious photographer or a hobbyist, the advice and instruction found in this comprehensive, best-selling guide to digital photography will help you advance your skills to produce consistent professional results. Real World Digital Photography addresses the wide range of topics surrounding digital photography, including up-to-date descriptions of the latest camera technologies, expert advice for taking better photographs, and tips and techniques for optimizing images to look their best in print and on the Web. Adventurous photographers can explore new sections explaining high dynamic range as well as panoramic and night photography. You’ll also learn how to establish an effective, efficient workflow using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop — the two must-have tools for any serious photographer. In Real World Digital Photography, Third Edition you’ll learn about: The essential technical considerations and professional skills to improve your photography How digital cameras work and the resulting impact on how and what you photograph Fundamentals of digital photography, including how to use lighting, composition, and lens choice to create compelling images How to establish a digital editing workflow that produces successful, repeatable, reliable results Practical image-editing techniques to improve tone and contrast, correct colors, enhance sharpness, and more How to photograph source images to create stunning high dynamic range and panoramic photographs The essential requirements of a professional color-managed workflow so that what you see is really what you print Expanding your creative options with night photography, time lapse, and stop motion photography As you''re reading the book, share your photographs with the authors and others reading it via the book''s Flickr group at flickr.com/groups/RealWorldDigitalPhotography.

If you’re like most artists, the idea of structuring your work may seem at odds with true creativity, but you’ll be surprised to learn from digital imaging expert Tim Grey that just the opposite is true. This latest edition of his bestselling guide shows you how proper workflow can free you from the repetitive parts of a project and let you focus on your vision. Discover techniques that streamline processes, reduce your time and effort, and produce striking results.

In the new edition of this practical guide, master photographer Ellen Anon and digital-imaging expert Tim Grey show you how to capture the beauty of nature by shooting the best possible photos from the start—and then getting the most out of your images at your desktop. You’ll find eye-opening techniques, workflow ideas, and terrific Photoshop tools, plus a host of valuable tips and stunning examples from some of the most esteemed professional nature photographers working today.

"A must-have book for all photographers." --John Shaw, johnshawphoto.com If you''re serious about digital photography, you know that taking a great photo is only the beginning. You want to share your polished images with the widest possible audience. This means you need to optimize images for different mediums--print, the Web, slideshows--and draw people to your work. Learn how to do so with digital-imaging experts Jon Canfield and Tim Grey. Combining practical know-how with inspiring examples, they''ll teach how you to take control of your output. They introduce the technologies and techniques you need to attain the best results for any medium and they reveal tips for attracting viewers. By the time you finish this book, you''ll be able to get your photographs the attention they deserve.

This must-have guide presents smart solutions to difficulties of media management. It examines all the hardware, discusses archiving, gives the lowdown on portable hard drives, input and output devices, digital media cards, and advanced systems. Learn software fundamentals, and see how the Internet can become a versatile tool for sharing, displaying, and selling photography.

Every digital image needs sharpening. But most photographers don''t know this or don''t know how to apply sharpening accurately and effectively. This e-book, from best-selling author Tim Grey, is the only in-depth resource available on Photoshop sharpening, the first book to focus solely on this crucial function of digital photography. Written in clear language, it covers sharpening from the everyday basics to advanced, creative uses, with full-color examples throughout. Topics include recognizing when additional sharpening is needed, integrating sharpening into a Photoshop workflow, targeted sharpening, and third-party sharpening programs. This e-book is designed from the outset for electronic viewing--not just a print book that has been PDFed! It includes interactive figures showing before-and-after effects of all Photoshop sharpening settings. (This version has no printing restrictions.) Once you have downloaded this file, you will need: A software tool to uncompress the file, such as (for Windows users) WinZip (http: //www.winzip.com) or FreeZip (http: //members.ozemail.com.au/ nulifetv/freezip/), or (for Mac users) StuffIt Expander (http: //www.stuffit.com) Adobe Acrobat or Adobe Reader (http: //www.adobe.com) to view the e-book

Looks at the digital filmmaking process using a DSLR camera, covering such topics as choosing a lense, monitors, sound, formats and codes, file handling, editing, writing a screenplay, and directing.

This innovative product uses interactive video to walk through the process of creating beautiful photos with a variety of subjects - including landscapes, macro photos, panoramas, HDR, and more. The lessons take the viewer along as instructor Tim Grey starts with the subject and an idea, evaluates shooting conditions and plans his shot, configures his camera and captures the image, and then optimizes the image with software for a polished final result. Viewers will gain a better sense of how to think about images, how to approach their capture and optimization, and how to achieve a distinctive photographic vision. Featuring a blend of on-location live footage and software-based instruction, this title should change the way viewers take their photos. Well-known photographer and trainer Tim Grey presents up to 3 hours of high-quality HD video, complete with lesson files, assessment quizzes, and review materials. The video is wrapped in a unique interface that allows the viewer to jump to any topic and also bookmark individual sections for later review. The unique Watch-and-Work mode shrinks the video into a small window to allow the student to work alongside the video training. Project files used in the lessons are included on the disc so viewers can practice what they''ve learned, and interactive review questions help reinforce freshly gained knowledge. The DVD-ROM is bundled with a printed booklet that provides supplemental material to enhance the video training.

This innovative product uses interactive video to explain how to manage camera exposure, a topic many photographers don''t fully understand. Exposure settings have tremendous impact on the overall brightness and contrast of an image and ultimately its quality. Viewers will learn how to optimize exposure and maximize detail, minimize noise, and create the best images possible. This workshop begins with an overview of key exposure concepts, then discusses various exposure modes and some advanced concepts and techniques to help viewers master the concepts and practice of photographic exposure. It also covers some post-processing techniques related to exposure and includes some real-world examples that review core exposure concepts. Experienced instructor Tim Grey presents more than 3 hours of exceptional quality video tutorials, complete with lesson files, assessment quizzes, and review materials. The video is wrapped in a unique interface that allows the viewer to jump to any topic and also bookmark individual sections for later review. The unique Watch-and-Work mode shrinks the video into a small window to allow the student to work alongside the instructor. Project files used in the lessons are included on the disc so viewers can practice what they''ve learned, and interactive review questions help reinforce freshly gained knowledge. The DVD-ROM is bundled with a printed booklet that provides supplemental material to enhance the video training.

Three Acclaimed, Full-Color Books at a Discount Price This complete collection for digital photography enthusiasts covers everything from mastering digital imaging technology, to optimizing images, to employing expert color management techniques. Each of the three distinctive books in this set will help you to achieve remarkable results, image after image. Mastering Digital Photography and Imaging Peter K. Burian demystifies the world of digital photography and imaging in this highly accessible and comprehensive guide for anyone interested in digital imaging. Burian first helps you select your digital camera and accessories, then shows you how to achieve the best possible results. Photoshop Elements 3 Solutions Mikkel Aaland''s classic, best-selling guide to Photoshop Elements is packed with practical examples and stunning color images that illustrate how you can maximize the software''s capabilities and get the most out of your digital images. The CD includes more than 100 practice images plus time-saving utilities and plug-ins. Color Confidence: The Digital Photographer''s Guide to Color Management Here is the definitive book on managing color effectively from capture to output. In this results-oriented guide, highly respected digital imaging expert Tim Grey uses step-by-step examples to demonstrate how to produce accurate, desirable color, every time. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

"The real strength of this book is in how it will help any photographer establish a workflow that is simple and doesn''t become a distraction." --Christopher Robinson, Editor, Digital Photo Pro If you''re like most artists, the concept of planning and structuring your work may sound limiting and inhibiting. You may be surprised to learn that quite the opposite is true--a proper workflow can free you from the monotonous aspects of your work and let you exercise your imagination. Digital imaging expert Tim Grey is the first to present a process for you to follow as you optimize your images in Photoshop and Photoshop Elements. You''ll discover a natural flow for adjusting images, learn to perform techniques that make your images as striking as they can be, and reduce time and effort. Covering the full spectrum of adjustments, this book is suitable regardless of your level as a photographer.

"Macro and close-up photography opens up a whole new world of image-making possibilities. By getting very close to their photographic subjects, viewers will find new ways to express their creativity, create unique images, and better understand the capabilities of their equipment. In this video workshop, expert instructor Tim Grey goes through the equipment, techniques, and concepts that produce the best results in this specialized photographic style. Topics covered include concepts of macro photography, basic and advanced techniques, and using a flash. The video also includes macro photography projects that viewers can try.Well-known photographer and trainer Tim Grey presents up to 4 hours of high-quality HD video, complete with lesson files and review materials. The video is wrapped in a unique interface that allows the viewer to jump to any topic at any time. Project files used in the lessons are included so viewers can practice what they''ve learned, and interactive review questions help reinforce freshly gained knowledge."--Resource description page.