What are the best books to enhance your photography skills? Follow

There is no denying the fact that a good book can be the best teacher and when it happens to be on photography, it is all the more exciting.  Here we bring you some of the best books on photography that will help you improve your skills and bring out the more talented side of you.

Ben Long’s complete digital photography

Whether you are looking for information on shooting or editing or post-production, this book will give you complete information on everything to do with digital photography. The book is written in a format that is easily understandable by anyone. It gives you information in detail, and it even helps you to choose the right camera based on your requirements. If you are looking for a complete guide to digital photography, then this cuts.

Understanding Exposure – Bryan Peterson

Featured among the best selling books on photography, this is by Bryan Peterson and has already sold many copies. The book deals with providing information on aperture, composition, exposure and field depth among other photography related topics. With many illustrations, this book also features exercises that will help you practice your skills. It is a must-have for beginners in photography.

Fundamentals of photo composition – Paul Common

It is said that composition forms the heart for photography and is a fixture that has not changed with the technology. This book takes you through the conventional composition concept with lush illustrations covering every aspect from framing images to balance, color, depth, symmetry and every other feature. It is invaluable to both pros and amateurs alike.

The Art of Color – Itten

A book on the color theory this is not just meant for photographers but can be quite beneficial to other artists as well. While the book presents quite a lot of information in the simplified form, it is a gift wrapped up for photographers who want to understand color theory. The book has been part of many art class curriculum around the world.

How do I do that in the Light room? – Scott Kelby

Light room is a software that is fast becoming famous among photographers, and if you are looking to understand it better, then this book is the best source. Coming from a renowned person in photography, Scott Kelby, this book takes you on a tour of understanding Light room.

The photographer’s eye – Michael Freeman

This book touches on how to create the perfect digital photo. It delves deeper into the influence of effective composition in creating excellent photos.  Another book by the same author, “The photographer’s mind” helps you to understand how to create great photos and be ranked among the best in the industry.