Product Details

• Actors: Tim Mantoani
• Directors: Blue Crane Digital
• Format: Dolby, NTSC
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Number of discs: 1
• Studio: Blue Crane Digital
• DVD Release Date: November 7, 2007
• Run Time: 100 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B000XB2CSE
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #166,351 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

This is Volume 1 of a 2 volume set. “Through the Eyes of a Pro” is a series of training DVDs aimed at developing better photographers using digital equipment and proven approaches. Now, we are proud to announce a new DVD series aimed at the digital photographer with a little more experience. Volumes 1 and 2 of this series include conversations and photo shoots with famed photographer and teacher, Tim Mantoani. This series follows Tim Mantoani as he creates stunning images for both his professional practice and his personal use. Tim reveals secrets he has learned from over twenty years behind the lens. You will see exactly how he approaches his craft to get fantastic results with some of the same equipment you already own. During the combined running time of three and one-half hours, Volumes 1 and 2 present the viewer with a structure for developing solid photographic skills.  Several photo assignments are presented, along with Tim’s approach to making a great image.  Tim also discusses lenses, meters, tripods, and other accessories. If you own a Digital SLR, even if it is not a Nikon, the first two volumes in this series can help improve your photography.  Spend a few hours with this remarkable photographer and teacher, and see the world through Tim’s eyes. This DVD assumes you already know how your camera works, but want to raise your photography to the next level. Through a series of interviews and real world photographic sessions, Tim walks you through the process of getting great images, even under challenging conditions. He also discusses the investment in time and equipment necessary to be successful at any level. This DVD assumes you already know how the dials and menus on your camera work. Whether you shoot with a D3, D300, D2x, D200, D80, D70s, D50, D40x or any other Nikon DSLR, this DVD will help lift your results to th

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great ideas, solid concepts, January 28, 2008

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Jim M (Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Through the Eyes of a Pro: Advanced Shooting Techniques for Nikon DSLR Photographers; Volume 1 (DVD)

A professional photographer discusses the critical elements he believes makes a great photo. The interviews must have two hundred examples of his work that reinforce his concepts. Everything is about developing (no pun intended) the photographer and his skills. Little or nothing is about the technology, advanced camera controls, or cheerleading about Nikon. Be sure to watch volume 1 before volume 2, or you won't get much out of it. This DVD is full of great photography, examples, and exercises. It's exactly what I needed.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Too Bad (Almost) nothing about Nikon DSLR's, July 26, 2009

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Roger F. Maude (Dallas, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Through the Eyes of a Pro: Advanced Shooting Techniques for Nikon DSLR Photographers; Volume 1 (DVD)

From The Editorial Review:

"Tim uses a variety of equipment from different manufacturers during this presentation including Nikon and Canon" (yep, 128 minutes of Canon, 2 - 3 minutes of Nikon). Why this title is "beyond me". Yes Tim appears to be a pretty good professional, however, both this and volume 2 are quite boring, especially for someone that has "been in the game" off and on for more than forty years. I maybe learned one or two thing in the two hours, but not much more, ESPECIALLY about any of the NIKON DSLR's. Sorry, the title should have used the word "Canon" instead. For all of you that really want to use the Nikon system, stick with the stuff by Bob Krist, Joe McNalley, et al. Just wish I could return this and get my money back.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Helpful to a NEW Nikon D80 User!!!, January 23, 2008

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M. Sean Schmidt - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Through the Eyes of a Pro: Advanced Shooting Techniques for Nikon DSLR Photographers; Volume 1 (DVD)

After having purchased my Nikon D80, I then bought these two new DVD's to get more than the basics about shooing with my new Camera. While they did not specifically cover buttons and other details of my particular camera, I thought that the techniques covered were excellent, especially the lighting techniques which I really wanted the most help with. Getting the point of view from a professional helped me think about how I approach my own shooting. I don't plan on making a living from my photography, so some of the discussion regarding building a portfolio and how to manage a pro shoot didn't really apply to me, but there was enough other useful information in the DVDs that I really didn't mind a bit. It turns out that I probably should get the Introduction DVD as well because these advanced videos made me realize my camera has tons of functions I am not familiar with.