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The iPhone Photography Book


Synopsis


Learn to take great photos with your iPhone-the camera you always have with you! This is it-the long-awaited book fully dedicated to iPhone photography by photographer and bestselling author Scott Kelby! In this book, Scott brings his award-winning approach of sharing his secrets and shooting advice just like he would with a friend if they were out shooting together. Each page covers a single technique, tool, or trick you can use to capture truly amazing pictures with your iPhone. You'll learn how to get great shots in low light, how to capture awesome portraits of people, how to nail your composition, and how to take jawdropping travel, food, and landscape photos. You'll learn all about time lapse photography, long exposure, and panoramas. You'll find out just what accessories you really need, and you'll learn some cool post-processing tricks. And, of course, Scott covers the best tips and tricks for shooting with your iPhone, as well as the top 10 photo apps he uses that will make your images better and make shooting with your iPhone that much more fun

Summary

Chapter 1: Getting Started with iPhone Photography

* Introduction to iPhone photography: History, advantages, and tips.
* Understanding your iPhone camera: Lens types, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.
* Composition basics: Rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry, and color theory.
* Example: A captivating nature photograph showcasing the rule of thirds and leading lines.

Chapter 2: Capturing Moments in Low Light

* Challenges of low-light photography: Noise, blur, and underexposure.
* Techniques for low-light shooting: Night mode, tripod use, image stabilization, and long exposures.
* Example: A stunning night sky photograph captured using night mode and a tripod.

Chapter 3: Exploring Perspectives

* The importance of perspective: Changing camera angles, heights, and distances.
* Bird's-eye and worm's-eye perspectives: Capturing unique viewpoints from above or below.
* Forced perspectives: Creating illusions by playing with depth and distance.
* Example: A creative photo of a child standing on a chair, giving a worm's-eye perspective of the world.

Chapter 4: Controlling Focus and Exposure

* Manual focus control: Selecting specific focal points for precise focus.
* Aperture and shutter speed: Controlling depth of field and motion blur.
* Exposure compensation: Adjusting brightness and contrast manually.
* Example: A portrait with a blurred background achieved through manual focus and a wide aperture.

Chapter 5: Editing and Enhancing Your Photos

* Introduction to iPhone photography apps: Camera+, Lightroom Mobile, and Snapseed.
* Basic editing tools: Cropping, resizing, adjusting brightness, contrast, and saturation.
* Advanced editing techniques: Color correction, sharpening, adding filters, and creating composites.
* Example: A before-and-after comparison of a photo edited using Lightroom Mobile, featuring adjustments to contrast and saturation.

Chapter 6: Composition for Impact

* Visual weight and hierarchy: Arranging elements to create a focal point.
* Balancing elements: Creating equilibrium through symmetry or asymmetry.
* Creating depth: Using foreground, midground, and background to convey three-dimensionality.
* Example: A landscape photo showcasing a balanced composition with a strong focal point (a mountain) and a sense of depth.

Chapter 7: Capturing Unique Moments

* Street photography: Capturing candid moments in public spaces.
* Macro photography: Capturing close-up details of small objects.
* Event photography: Documenting special occasions, such as weddings or concerts.
* Example: A street photograph of a bustling city street, showcasing the candid interactions of pedestrians.

Chapter 8: Exploring Compositional Techniques

* Negative space: Using empty areas to create visual interest and emphasize the subject.
* Patterns and textures: Capturing repeating elements and surfaces for visual appeal.
* Framing: Using natural elements or objects to frame the subject and draw attention to it.
* Example: A photograph of a tree against a backdrop of blue sky, framed by the branches of another tree.