Master Guide for Professional Photographers [Paperback]

Patrick Rice (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 2006

From shooting basics to image editing, this textbook is an all encompassing reference that can be used by students in any level of photography class as well as those studying to complete the Certified Professional Photographer program. Beginning with an overview of camera choices and basic camera functions, this guide outlines the fundamentals of lighting equipment, light theory, composition, and digital imaging while providing a comprehensive roadmap for efficiently taking images from conception to client presentation. Tips for overcoming obstacles are offered from the hard-won advice of photographers who have successfully passed the Professional Photographer Certification Program tests.

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About the Author

Patrick Rice is a professional photographer who has received numerous industry awards, including two Fuji Masterpiece Awards and Best of Show honors and the Grand Award at Wedding and Portrait Photographers International. He is the author of Digital Infrared Photography, Digital Portrait Photography of Teens and Seniors, and Professional Digital Imaging for Wedding and Portrait Photographers. He lives in North Olmstead, Ohio.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Amherst Media, Inc. (November 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1584281952
• ISBN-13: 978-1584281955
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.4 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #749,632 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Professional Biography:

Patrick Rice is an award winning photographer from Ohio. He holds the Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsmen degrees from the Professional Photographers of America as well as the Accolade of Lifetime Photographic Excellence degree from Wedding and Portrait Photographers International.He lectures extensively throughout the United Sates on a variety of photographic topics and is co-author of the book "Infrared Wedding Photography: Techniques and Images in Black and White", and the author of "Digital Infrared Photography: Professional Techniques and Images", "Professional Techniques for Black and White Digital Photography", "Digital Portrait Photography of Teens and Seniors", "Success in Print Competition for Professional Photographers" and "Professional Digital Imaging for Wedding and Portrait Photographers".

In 2000, Mr. Rice received the Leadership Award from the International Photographic Council. The ceremony honored the top five photographers in the world and was held at the United Nations in New York city.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Photography Book, February 14, 2007

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Charity Reed (Maryland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Master Guide for Professional Photographers (Paperback)

If I could give this book more then 5 stars I would!!! I am study to take my CPP exam and this book is perfect for that. In this book Patrick touches base on everything.
The beginning of the book talks about film. Which is great for me because I have really only shot professionally with digital. So I was lacking the film knowledge that this book gave me.

Anyone wanting to learn more about photography, whether it is because you are aspiring to be a pro, or because you are a pro wanting to take your CPP, this book is a must have. This book should be sitting on the shelf of every photographer.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Color photo examples throughout are complimented by tips on what made them special challenges and how difficulties were overcome, November 6, 2006

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

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These Amherst titles deserve ongoing mention and recommendation as top picks for any who would gain professional results from their photo efforts. Patrick Rice's MASTER GUIDE FOR PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS comes packed with tips not just from the author's own experiences, but from professional photography industry leaders. Here are details ranging from using hardware and software to composing eye-catching images and getting the right, polished results the first time. Color photo examples throughout are complimented by tips on what made them special challenges and how difficulties were overcome to produce polished results.

Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars LIVES UP 2 THE TITLE !!!, August 24, 2007

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Dawn Johns "DAWN" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Master Guide for Professional Photographers (Paperback)

I REALLY LEARNED ALOT FROM THIS BOOK,VERY WELL WRITTEN AND EASY 2 FOLLOW.
LOTS OF GREAT IDEAS AND INFORMATION ON LENSES,EXPOSURE,LIGHTING AND POSING. I WOULD RECOMEND THIS BOOK 2 ANYONE WHO IS EAGER 2 LEARN MORE ABOUT DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY.