Best Reference Books: October 2013

Top 6 Best Photography Books for Beginners

1) The Digital Photography Book by Scott Kelby

This book is an all time best seller. Every beginner must read this book in order become a professional photographer. This book has tons and tons of information about digital photography.

2) BetterPhoto Basics: The Absolute Beginner's Guide to Taking Photos Like a Pro by Jim Miotke

This book contains assignments besides other suggestion and tips. The writer Jim Miotke is one of the first person to start online tutorials for photography beginners which dates way back in the year 1996.

3) How to Photograph Absolutely Everything: Successful Pictures From Your Digital Camera by Tom Ang

The writer Tom Ang is one of the famous photography instructors and in this book he provides with ample working tricks for better photography. This book contains ample of information for novice photographers.

4) A Short Course In Photography by Barbara London

This book contains the very essentials for developing photography skills. Tells you the basic things very accurately with plentiful illustrations and examples. Though this book misses to provide adequate details about digital photography, but it's still is a must read book.

5) Exposure Photo Workshop: Develop Your Digital Photography Talent by Jeff Wignall

Again a must read book to understand different exposure techniques and concepts. Clear explanation of the concepts followed by one or more photographs.

6) The Betterphoto Guide to Digital Photography by Jim Miotke

This book will further enhance your understanding in digital photography concepts.

Those were some of the books that could help you in becoming a better photographer. Today as every other technology becomes obsolete with the launch of a new gadget, the best way to be updated is by reading books on those technology.

Digital Photography Books For Beginners

some interesting and useful books about photography. First I thought to create one larger list of all kinds of photography books but then I decided that it would be better to break down this idea to several smaller posts divided by categories.

The Digital Photography Book

Digital Photography Book volume #1, #2 and #3 covers all important aspects of photography that pros facing every day. You will learn how to shoot wedding, travel pictures, sports etc. It will give you the basics working with photo gear like flashes, lenses and more. If you are thinking to take this photography thing serious these books are for you.

Quick Snap Guide to Digital SLR Photography

Very handful guide to your digital camera – how to set it up, understand basic controls and start shooting amazing pictures. If you just bought your first DSLR this book may be very helpful.

The Photographer’s Eye

Great book for understanding the essence of photography – composition. Learn how to find best angles for your shots and learn basics how to take great pictures.

Digital Photography: Top 100 Simplified Tips & Tricks

I think title pretty much explains what this book is about – really good book for exploring many photography areas and learn different tricks and techniques.

Understanding Exposure

Exposure as the main thing in photography – you should know every aspect of it. this book is considered must-have for any photographer.

101 Quick and Easy Secrets for Using Your Digital Photographs

Very useful set of tips how to prepare your digital photos for using them for almost anything you can imagine. Printing, selling online, sharing with our friends, creating picture frames or even publishing – it’s all here and I bet you will find many great advices how to better prepare your photos.

How to Photograph Absolutely Everything

Now, when you have read all previous books it is time to get in action. Best way to do this is.. photograph absolutely everything! This book gives you also basics on your digital camera so it may be your book to begin with in digital photography.

Here are my picks that I can recommend for beginners, if you can share some useful books to – feel free to drop us a comment.

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24 Free online magazines to help improve your photography

There are literally hundreds of online magazines freely available to help you learn your camera and improve your photography skills. Many are the same magazines you'd buy at your local newsagency and others are created specifically for an online audience. Here are 24 of my personal favorites. Click the magazine cover to read in your browser, iPad or tablet, enjoy!

Working Pro - Portraiture management and best sellers.	Advanced Photoshop - Learn commercial retouching techniques.	Get more from your DSLR - Take fantastic photographs at home!
Learn 21 easy ways to become a better photographer.	Complete Photography Guide- Mastering Colour.	Complete Photography Guide - Mastering Light.
Advanced Photoshop - Top 100 Phoshop Tips.	Freelance Complete Photography Guide - Mastering Composition.	Complete Photography Guide - Mastering Exposure.
Wedding Photo Techniques for digital photographers.	Photography Lighting Guide - Older version but still relevant.	Photo Technique - Lens mysteries of focal length and focus solved.
Photography Monthly - Fine Art mixing business + pleasure.	Learn how to photograph the art of boudoir.	Photo Insights- A magazine devoted to photography.
Learn about black and white Photography.	Fullframe Photography - Cultural and Travel Issue.	Photographic Fanatic - Learn how to shoot at night.
Landscape, wildlife, nature and adventure photography!	Freelance Photographer - Printed media, maximise your sales.	Amateur Photographer - Macro lens roundup, learn from experts!
Practical Photoshop - Learn how to create amazing photos!	Practical Photoshop - The secrets of creating retro photos.	Practical Photoshop- The secrets of layers and masks.