Night Photographers embrace the unique challenges of working with long exposures and low light levels for the tremendous wealth of creative opportunities the night presents. That's just what this book does. Lance Keiming, one of the premier experts on Night Photography, has put togehter a comprehensive reference that will show you ways to capture images you never thought possible. In this book you'll find history, theory, and lots of practical instruction on technique, all illustrated with clear, concise examples, charts, and inspiring images that reinforce the text.
Also included:
The most complete information available for learning the art of light painting
An emphasis on digital Night Photography with a concise chapter on film
Stunning color and black and white images from the author and other luminaries in the field that provide creative examples of the teachiques discussed in the chapters.
Chapter 1 The History of Night Photography: Daguerreotype to Digital
Chapter 2 Night Photography Equipment
Chapter 3 The Basics of Night Photography
Chapter 4 Film-Based Night Photography
Chapter 5 Digital Capture
Chapter 6 Night Photography Imaging Workflow
Chapter 7 High Dynamic Range Imaging
Chapter 8 Moonlight and Star Trails
Chapter 9 Light Painting
The Night Photography Community has waited a long time for a book like this. With exemplary research, concise language, and practical examples, Lance Keiming has painted a fascinating picture of the why--as well as the what, where, and how--of Night Photography...This text should definitely find its place on your bookshelf, nestled in between monographs by your favorite Night Photographers.
--Tim Baskerville, Director, The Nocturenes, www.Thenocturnes.com--