A full-color reference to planning for and executing a successful wedding day shoot

Wedding photography has become a major industry, and the number of photographers getting into this field is rapidly increasing—making it even more competitive. Written by top wedding photographer, Kenny Kim, this full-color reference walks you through all the major (and minor) steps involved in planning and organizing a successful wedding day shoot.

You'll get unique advice on everything from your initial meeting with the engaged couple to the final presentation of the commemorative book. Packed with checklists, schedules, etiquette tips, and much more, this book is an essential wedding photography resource for every wedding photographer.

- Provides detailed coverage of all the major and minor steps in preparing for a successful wedding day shoot
- Explores preparation for every detail of taking unique and memorable wedding day photos
- Spans the initial meeting with the couple all the way to presenting them with their photo album
- Reassures you of your preparation, using checklists, schedules, etiquette tips, answers to questions, and more

From rings and vows to dancing and "wows", this resource will help you prepare to capture every moment of a couple's special day.

There have been few creative revolutions as massive as the advent of digital photography. Remember when most people used to wield a camera only to take annual holiday snaps? Those who keep track of such things say that in 2009, around 55 billion digital photos were taken worldwide. And that number is increasing by a few billion a year. Thanks to digital, anyone can now take photos, anytime.

In his best-selling book Creative Photoshop, award-winning artist Derek Lea previously revealed to the digital art world his secrets for creating stunning, sophisticated works of art using Photoshop. Now, he goes one step further in this all-new book to demonstrate his unique methods for using Photoshop in conjunction with other software packages. Derek's compelling images will inspire you to think creatively about the ways in which you can use Photoshop alongside other popular programs such as Illustrator, Poser, Painter, Cinema4D, and ZBrush to take your own art to the next level. Whether you are a digital artist, illustrator, cartoonist, graphic artist, designer, 3D enthusiast, or serious hobbyist working for print or the web, this fantastic new book will open your eyes to a whole new world of digital art that's never before been uncovered. Challenge yourself and discover the more artistic aspects of these programs with one of the world's best teachers by your side.

- The only book available that shows how to use Photoshop in conjunction with Illustrator, Poser, Painter, Cinema4D, and ZBrush to create sophisticated, high quality digital art
- Packed with stunning full color images from one of the world's most talented digital artists to inspire you to push your own creativity further than you ever thought possible
- Showcased projects cover techniques using vector graphics, digital painting, and 3D

David will show you how to get the best out of your on camera flash and he doesn't mean using it the good old fashion way.

You will view Amy's full-sized desktop via your web browser as she demonstrates this beauty retouch from start to finish using Photoshop, along to forward audience questions. Amy had never seen this image before. The raw file was sent after the show began, providing a unique opportunity to observe a professional retoucher's process from the very beginning. After graduation, Amy Dresser moved to New York to embark on a freelance career in illustration before assuming a full-time retouching position with photographer, Jill Greenberg, in 2000. For the past 8 years Amy has been based in Los Angeles, amassing an array of commercial and editorial work as a photo retoucher, illustrator, eponymic business owner, and master creator of what has come to be known in the industry as "The Amy Dresser Technique."

The latest installment in Rockport's Graphic Design America series is sure to top the previous two best-selling volumes. Like its predecessors, Graphic Design America 3 profiles more than 35 of the graphic designers and graphic design firms in the United States. The work being produced in America is wonderful, varied, and influential around the globe, which is the reason for the success of the first two books.

Each profile will feature a wide selection of the designers' or design firms' recent work that shows off a range of both their talents and breadth of style, as well as noted accomplishments and an overview of their signature style.

What is the status of graphic design in America today? Where is graphic design in America heading? This book provides the answers through the work profiles and essays by noteworthy writers in the graphic design industry.

Motivational Light is an instructional video by professional photographer Bert Stephani in which he explains his techniques and vision on photographical lighting. Its about how to find, shape and create light so it becomes the most powerful story telling tool.
Together with fellow photographer Pieter Van Impe, Bert developed an instructional concept to teach fellow photographers how to choose the right light in function of the picture. Armed with this vision, it becomes surprisingly easy to make techniques choices.

In the main video, Bert lets you look over his shoulder during a number of location and studio shoots and learns you how to become a master of light by finding, analyzing, shaping and making light. He also show you how to create different moods bu just changing the light.
In the final part, Bert explains his vision on how to become a better photographer and illustrates thi through a techniques training session, an improvisation shoot and a fast paced real life wedding shoot.

As a bonus Bert shows how he post processed some of the pictures in Ad0be Lightroom. He also walks you through what camera and lighting gear he uses and why.

Motivational Light is targeted to everyone who wants to improve his lighting skills and understanding of light. The vision and techniques explainded will help a wide range of photographers from the beginner with limited gear to the well equipped seasoned professional. Lighting is the main focus of this video but it's also packed with lots of other small tips and tricks.
The main video runs over two and a half hours and is complimented with 1 hour of bonus material about post processing. The language i English.