Photography: Night Sky: A Field Guide for Shooting after Dark

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Learn to shoot the night sky like a pro

Photograph the full moon or the shimmering glow of a meteor streaking across the sky. Peer more deeply into our galaxy–aided by the powerful lens of your camera, which can sense stars too far away for the human eye to see.

In this handbook, awardwinning photographers Jennifer Wu and James Martin share their tips for taking stunning photographs in the dark and overcoming the unique issue–such as equipment limitations and cold–that confront nighttime photographers. Wu reveals her innovative methods for: Photographing star trails, moon phases, and twilightCapturing celestial phenomena such as auroras, noctilucent clouds, and meteorsExploring urban-lit nights or glowing volcanoesLight-painting and controlling unwanted lightDefining the subject, framing, and foregroundManaging exposure, color temperature, and focus
Wu and Martin also delve into finishing images on the computer, explaining the settings and procedures that elevate your image from mundane to striking, as well as how to best utilize the latest software programs. With additional chapters on equipment and preparation, this practical guide will help photographers of all levels portray the dazzling spectacle of the night sky.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Mountaineers Books
Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 13, 2014
Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1594858381
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1594858383
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.5 x 9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #254,012 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #21 in Comets, Meteors & Asteroids #29 in Photography Lighting (Books) #84 in Star-Gazing (Books)
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