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HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH ANYTHING LIKE A PRO By Multi-Award Winning Professional Photographer and Best Selling Author STEVE RUTHERFORD www.howtophotographanything.com www.steverutherfordtraining.com.au WHAT OUR READERS AND STUDENTS ARE SAYING… Praise from our readers and photography students taught by Internationally Awarded and Accredited Australian Pro Photographer Steve Rutherford who has been teaching photography for over a decade. “As a photographer, in particular for landscape photography, it is a delight that a talented photographer like the author shares his knowledge and experience. Great hints, direction and tips.” Adrianus Hendriks, “How to Photograph Landscapes like a Pro – Best Seller” Amazon review “A great read with all the information to get you started in taking great shots without the “filling” or confusing information that some other books have. Great reference material.” Paul B. “How to Photograph Landscapes like a Pro – Best Seller” Amazon review “WOW, great training, so much content, wish I had done this earlier, thanks for your local advice too, Steve” Heather Francini, Auckland NZ “If you want to take your photography to the next level you have to discover photography with Steve Rutherford” Dave Phillips, Mackay, Australia (davephillips.com.au) “Hi Steve, Brilliant content….what a way to learn, now I know spending the $$ on my camera was worth it…thanks so much.” Tracey Woolstock, Darwin, NT, Australia “Hey Steve, Thanks a million for your help I have over 400 images from my holiday to work on, I’m on it, Cheers” Sandra Marks, Brisbane, QLD, Australia “I haven’t come across a better way to learn how to capture images in any situation, than this training” Michael Pollock, Atherton, QLD, Australia VALUED AT OVER $97 As a very special BONUS OFFER to you as a reader of this book, we have granted you COMPLIMENTARY ACCESS to Australia’s favorite online photography publication, Photographic Fanatic Magazine. Photographic Fanatic Magazine is delivered bi-monthly to your inbox and is packed full of tips, reviews, tutorials and interviews to take your photography to the next level and best of all for you it’s FREE. Here’s how to claim your COMPLIMENTARY GIFT…. Step 1. Visit - www.photographicfanatic.com/HTPA-BonusBookOffer Or scan this QR Code… Step 2. Enter your details, and GET COMPLIMENTARY ACCESS It’s that easy! Thank you and we hope you enjoy the book. Steve Rutherford Author “How to Photograph Anything” Book Series COPYRIGHT STATEMENT RUTHERFORD INTERNATIONAL PTY LTD The Author and the Publisher specifically disclaim any liability, loss or risk, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any contents of this book. Readers are encouraged to seek the counsel of competent professionals, with regard to such matters as interpretation of rights, lawful entry, and permission pertaining to personal and location releases of subjects. This book is not intended to provide legal advice for photographers in any way, and the opinions expressed and compiled herein serve only as opinions and general guidance. First published in Australia in 2013 by Rutherford International Pty Ltd. PO Box 2421, Chermside Centre, QLD, Australia 4032 Ph. +617 3102 3353 Copyright © Rutherford International 2013 The moral right of the Author, Steve Rutherford has been asserted. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in whole in or part, in any form or by any means, without the express written permission of the Publisher, nor be otherwise circulated in any form of binding or cover other than that in which it is published and without a similar condition including the condition being imposed on the subsequent purchaser. Book Design and Layout: Steve Rutherford, Tanya Rutherford Photo Credits: Steve Rutherford, istockphoto, Shutter Stock Text: Steve Rutherford First Published in 2013 Ed. 1.1 ISBN 978-0-9874576-3-9 OTHER GREAT TITLES IN THIS SERIES… www.howtophotographanything.com www.steverutherfordtraining.com.au HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH PEOPLE LIKE A PRO HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH YOUR KIDS LIKE A PRO HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH LANDSCAPES LIKE A PRO HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH WILDLIFE LIKE A PRO HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH THE STARS LIKE A PRO (Coming in 2013) HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH WATERFALLS LIKE A PRO (Coming in 2013) HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH ARCHITECTURE REAL ESTATE (Coming in 2013) HOW TO TELL A PHOTOGRAPHIC STORY LIKE A PRO (Coming in 2013) PHOTOGRAPHY FOR TEENAGERS (Coming in 2013) ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Ah… books. What a wonderful resource at the end of our fingertips. Often it takes many people to bring a single book together, and often a seriously large team to bring a series of books together. A wise man once said, “the heights of success are not climbed by oneself, but rather with others holding the ladder with you”, implying a team of mentors and helpers is what drives you towards success, not the efforts of the “lone ranger”. There are a few people that have helped bring this set of books in the “How to Photograph Anything Like a Pro” Series together, and they are to be acknowledged for their support, ideas, tenacious critique and selfless assistance and love. Firstly, to my wife and intimate personal mentor, Tanya, thank you for your fervor and persistence, in pushing to have this project completed. You are my personal mentor in every day life and I love you very dearly. I’d also like to thank my friend and best selling author and entrepreneur, Andrew Griffiths. You have well and truly aided me in many areas of business, marketing and the importance of personal relationships. I can’t thank you enough for your friendship. To the contributors and editors, who assisted in the compilation, checking and re-checking of content in this series of books, thank you also. Finally I am deeply thankful to the multitudes of attendees at my photography training seminars, in Australia, and those readers of our magazine, Photographic Fanatic Magazine, for your continued support. Without each of you there would be no point in teaching people the passion of photography. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Award winning Australian Photographer, Best Selling Author and Editor of Photographic Fanatic Magazine, Steve Rutherford is regarded as a reputable name in the international photographic world. With a multitude of International awards, high demand for his creative vision in advertising and fine art, and hundreds seeking his training courses and seminars, he is clearly a photographer on the move. Previously a high level manager within the Australian Federal Police and a Prison Officer with the notorious Long Bay Prison’s Riot and Emergency Response Squad in Sydney, Australia, Steve Rutherford’s background has been as diverse as the images he captures. There is no doubt that any person with this past has seen both the best and the worst that humanity can be. Steve uses this experience when adding his own unique perspective to the world. Such a perspective can expose the story of a single floating leaf on a tropical island paradise, or the grandeur of midnight in New York. Steve Rutherford is accredited and registered as an award winning professional photographer by the AIPP (Australian Institute of Professional Photography), and the PPA (Professional Photographers of America) having accumulated over 50 International and National awards in a short span of years. Steve is also qualified as an Associate of Photography with the AIPP and NZIPP (New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography), and was past President of the N. QLD Chapter of the AIPP. Steve Rutherford travels extensively, both for commercial clients and to collect images for his own fine art and stock library. He has photographed extensively around Australia, NZ, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, Indonesia, Hawaii, mainland USA, Alaska and Canada. He is also represented by In Transit Images in Montreal, Canada. Visit – www.steverutherford.com CONTENTS WHAT OUR READERS AND STUDENTS ARE SAYING COMPLIMENTARY GIFT COPYRIGHT STATEMENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ABOUT THE AUTHOR INTRODUCTION PART 1 - WHAT IS PHOTOGRAPHY PART 2 - CHOOSING A CAMERA How you camera works What features to look for PART 3 - LENSES AND HOW THEY WORK Inside a lens Types of Lenses PART 4 - EXPOSURE What is Aperture? What is Shutter Speed? How is Shutter Speed measured? Shutter Speed Techniques ISO Speed and Sensitivity The Histogram PART 5 - LIGHTING Color of Light White Balance Direction of Light Natural Light Moonlight Dramatic Lighting Silhouettes Lights at Night Exposing for Light and Dark Subjects Lighting Equipment - Fill in Flash Flash Equipment and Studio Strobes Light Stands Umbrellas and Softboxes Flash Triggers Devices Flash and Light Meters Extra Battery Packs Backpack or Bag Spring Clamps Gaff Tape PART 6 - COMPOSITION Rule of Thirds Close - Ups Choosing a Format Placing the Horizon Filling the Frame Lines Taking Pictures Through Frames Patterns Textures Dramatic Angles PART 7 - TECHNIQUE Camera handling Autofocus Techniques Exposure and Metering Modes Controlling Depth of Field Multiple Exposures Shooting in Black and White Using Hyper focal Distance Ensuring sharpness Using Mirror Lock up mode Freezing motion
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