5 Great photography books every photographer should own for better photos!

Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with a Film or Digital Camera - Bryan Peterson

There are millions of photography books out there, and I often get asked if I recommend any books in particular for learning, study or inspiration. Personally I have really enjoyed the books that I have listed below, I think the most important book for an aspiring photographer is my top choice, Understanding Exposure by Bryan [...]

Michael Freeman – The Photographer’s Eye : Book Review

Book review for:
The Photographer’s Eye – Composition and Design for better digital photos, by Michael Freeman
Verdict: 9/10 – Excellent!
I came across this book over a year ago, and it sat on my shelf gathering dust with a few other photography books that were on my ‘must read’ pile, no matter how much I read this [...]

Book review: 500 (studio) lighting hints, tips and techniques by Rod Ashford

Have just finished reading through the book: 500 lighting hints, tips and techniques by Rod Ashford and have written a quick review of it.
This book is definately aimed at people are starting out being interesting in studio photography, and showing them a number of options about how to start. The book offers good information covering [...]

Book review: (Basics Photography 2) ‘Lighting’ by David Prakel. Studio Photography Lighting Techniques

I have recently had a chance to read a book in the ‘Basic Photography’ series ‘Lighting’ by David Prakel.
Although it seems from the title it is purely for basic techniques of lighting, it really does cater for all levels of skill – and in my opinion suitable for all.
The first chapter as all about the [...]