The Digital Photography Book 2: A Review

These days, both professional and amateur photographers are even more keen on finding ways to improve their skill in the field. That is why there are literally hundreds of publications in book and magazine forms on the subject.

One of the most popular titles is Scott Kelby's The Digital Photographer Book Vol 2. We are amazed at how easy and simple it is to follow this book. While most photography books will complicate matters with an assortment of high-faluting jargon, this one takes you inside the subject in a conversational, straightforward manner- and in simple English.

Kelby's secret in making this book (or his books for that matter) a formula for success is also found in the orderly way the chapters are arranged. He started with assisting readers set up the external flash (both for Nikon & Canon users) which I personally had a hard time setting up with the flash/camera manual. I am personally grateful for this tiny bit of information because as you guessed it right, it was successful and I was only on the first chapter!

If you are aspiring to turn pro in the near future, the second chapter guides you into building a studio using only the rudimentary accessories and lighting. This chapter not only gives you a rundown of what you need, but more importantly, it exhaustively explains why. Which at the end of the day, you benefit and learn more.

The succeeding chapters are all about more tips on how to shoot like a pro whether it is for portrait, landscapes, wedding, travel, macro, etc. It even has a chapter dedicated to his 'recipes' on getting the shots featured on the page. An interesting chapter as each page will literally make you say: Ah, so that's how it's done! There are just so many a-ha moments in this book, I guarantee you that.

In conclusion, we at bookoto.com believes anyone with a remote interest in photography should get hold of this book. Not only it is very helpful for beginners, it also gives you that motivation to keep shooting until you get your perfect shot- an essential ingredient to become great in this field.

The Digital Photography Book 2 is available at http://www.bookoto.com.