Amherst Media: 254 books

Macrophotography allows for the capture of small photographic subjects in life size or larger magnification, allowing viewers to experience the world around them in a way that is simple not possible with the naked eye. With a magnified view, we can see the distinctive make-up of an insect, animal, or...

Beginning underwater photographers may be surprised to find that there are numerous tools-from fully automated cameras, to smart phone cameras, to sophisticated DSLRs-that can be used to create incredible underwater photographs. In this book, author Larry Gates (of Aberdeen, South Dakota) “dives in”...

While the number of assignments available in many photographic specialties is decreasing, there are still relatively untapped growth areas for still photographers and videographers. One of these specialty fields is legal photography.Legal photography involves working closely with lawyers in law firms...

Location portraiture offers many advantages. The backgrounds are varied, the surroundings can tell a story about the client, and the setting can help tell the subject’s story. Working on location presents unique challenges, however. Often, the photographer is working in an unfamiliar place in which...

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural landscape of Iceland with over 150 evocative photos from one of the industry’s leading photographic artists. Author Tony Sweet shares his stunning images of Iceland’s most scenic vistas, including Mt. Kirkjufell, Glacial Lagoon, Snefflesness National...

There are numerous reasons why a woman would schedule a boudoir portrait session. Some clients book a photo session to celebrate the fact that they’ve conquered a medical condition; others do so to mark a milestone (e.g., a wedding or divorce, an important birthday, or perhaps a college graduation)....

Images of the nude human form are among the oldest art forms—from simple drawings, to grand statuary, to classic painting and contemporary photography, artists’ fascination with the human body has endured throughout time and across every form of creative expression. Within the pages of this book,...

Sikh weddings are vibrant, ritual-steeped events that can stretch on for days. Each wedding is unique and unforgettable. Photographing them is a joy and a challenge: there are countless facets to photograph - and many moments seeped in meaning and tradition. Documenting can’t-miss moments as they unfold...

Encouraging photographers to take a subject-oriented approach to lighting, this manual shows it is possible to make better decisions about both the technical and artistic aspects of lighting. It teaches how to identify qualities the subject possesses that the light will react with and how to use this...

Award-winning photographer and accomplished instructor Andy Long provides a comprehensive guide to photographing the Aurora Borealis. It, readers will learn everything they need to know about photographing this phenomenon-along with some very special techniques designed to help kick their image-making...

Tim Walden’s photographic forte is capturing relationship images-emotionally resonant images that show the connection between subjects. To achieve this goal, he strives to proceed through a three-step portrait process: capture, adjust, and refine. He studies the clients and does not push the shutter...

To Andrew “Fundy” Funderburg, street photography means hitting the streets with a simple camera (or even a phone) and capturing everyday life. To do it well, the photographer has to be part of the action—part of the moment. He or she must be willing to be yelled at, and brave enough to pick...

Nude photography can be divided into numerous subgenres, including artistic, commercial, glamour, and nude portraits.Within each subgenre there are variations in the way various subjects are presented-the lighting, posing, location, and even the expression must suit the unique parameters of the specific...

Javon Longeliere (Atlanta, GA) is one of the most sought-after wedding photographers in the country. His talents have been well awarded by the top professional photographic organizations and his breathtaking images have often been featured in top industry magazines including Grace Ormonde Wedding...