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Index
Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Acknowledgments
Contents
Introduction
Part 1: Getting Off Auto
Chapter 1: Pick Up Your Camera
Numbers: The Big Three
ISO
Shutter Speed
Aperture
The Exposure Triangle
Choosing a Lead Setting
Metering the Light
Choosing an Exposure
Troubleshooting
Lens and Focal Length
Putting It All Together
Getting Your Camera Ready
Chapter 2: Get to Know the Light
Observe the Light Around You
White Balance
Work with the Light You Have
Play with the Light
Chapter 3: Now Shoot Something
Get Inspired
Focus
Compose
What Not to Do
Review Your Shots
Know When to Stop
Setting Up a Home Studio
Chapter 4: You Are Not Done Yet
Where to Start: Software Programs
Organize Your Workflow
Edit Your Images
Our Top Four Photo Fixes
Using Actions and Presets
Print
Share
Part 2: Life Is a Photo Op
Chapter 5: What Love Looks Like
Couples
Single Subjects
Aging: Portraits to Mark Time
Children
Family
Pets
Chapter 6: Milestones and Firsts
Weddings
Expecting
Beautiful Babies
Milestones Are Many
Chapter 7: Documenting Family Life
Life As It Is
Bath Time
Outfits
Security Objects
The 365 Project
Chapter 8: Sharing Yourself
Ease into It
Take the Shot
Get Creative
Chapter 9: Life Is in the Details
What’s in a Detail?
Around the House
People
Nature
Food
Possessions
Craft Projects
Diptychs
Chapter 10: Seeing the World (or Just Your Own Hometown)
Travel Dos and Don’ts
Shooting from the Hip
Landmarks
Scenery
Shooting at Night
Get Inspired
In Your Own Backyard
Chapter 11: Seasons of Change
Winter
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Holidays
Chapter 12: All Together Now
Informal Gatherings
Larger Group Events
Taking a Group Portrait
Where to Look: A Reference Guide
Index
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