Total digital photography - Serge Timacheff

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 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