Photography: Night Sky: A Field Guide for Shooting after Dark

Jennifer Wu · James Martin

Mar 2014 · Mountaineers Books

About this ebook

Photography: Night Sky will give you the tips and techniques you need to take stunning photographs in the dark. You’ll learn how to overcome the unique issues that confront nighttime photographers and capture images of which you’ll be proud.

Co-author Jennifer Wu, an elite Canon “Explorer of Light” professional photographer, has become renowned for her ability to capture nighttime phenomena, from quarter-phase moon rises to shooting stars to the ephemeral Milky Way. this new guide reveals her methods and concentrates on photographing four principal subjects: stars as points of light, star trails, the moon, and twilight. these subjects share common photo techniques and considerations, but each also requires a distinct approach. Once captured, your digital images must be fi nished on the computer; coauthor and author of the bestselling Photography: Outdoors, James Martin, delves into the settings and procedures that elevate an image from mundane to striking.

This clear and practical guide will help photographers of all levels portray the stunning spectacle of the night sky, preserving those special memories and moments from a life outdoors.

Ratings and reviews

Very nice concise book on night sky photography. It’s got all you need to begin taking photos of the sky at night. I’ve been borrowing it from the library, but having it on my tablet is much more convenient. Amazon wanted $17 for the paperback, Google plays price was better.