PHOTOJOURNALISM: THE PROFESSIONALS' APPROACH, 5th edition, by Kenneth Kobré (Focal Press, 2004, ISBN 0-240-80610-7, 416 pages, 8 ½ x 11, $54.95; includes DVD with documentary videos of photojournalists at work). Not just for photojournalists, this book is packed with useful information for any photographer who wants to shoot meaningful, saleable people pictures. Dealing with different situations, selecting the right equipment and techniques, editing, and confronting legal issues are some of the general topics covered. Lots of details, as well as real-life examples, tips from experienced pros, and successful photos add to the value of this highly readable book. -David Arnold & Gail Rutman
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ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ALBUM. This book takes an easy, visual approach to teaching Photoshop Album, using pictures to guide you through the software and show you what to do. Works like a reference book-you look up what you need and then get straight to work. ($19.99; ISBN: 0-321-24666-7) Contact: Peachpit Press, 1249 Eighth St, Berkeley CA 94710. Phone: 1 800 283-9444. Fax: 1 510 524-2221.
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DOG SAVE THE QUEEN, The Tails of Britain, by Jeff Selis. Armed with a Polaroid, Selis is the best kind of traveler, and he learned it all from the dogs he meets. On his arrival in Britain, he was struck by the glorious number of dogs he saw everywhere he went. They rode in taxis; they took the Underground; they patrolled grocery stores; they hung out in pubs, and Selis interviewed them all. ($12.95; ISBN: 0-8118-3925-7) Contact: Chronicle Books LLC, 85 2nd Street, 6th flr, San Francisco, CA 94105. Phone: 1 415 537-4200. http://www.photosourcefolio.com/bookstoreone.htm#0811839257
RANGEFINDER, Equipment, History, Techniques, by Roger Hicks and Frances Schultz. This handbook provides in-depth information covers selecting and manipulating focal lengths and speed; accessories, from the everyday to arcane; techniques for maximum quality and ease of operation; formats from sub-miniature to 8x10 inches; and direct-vision cameras. (ISBN: 1-86108-330-0; $24.95; 192 pages) Contact: Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. 387 Park Ave S, New York NY 10016-8810. Phone: 1 800 805-5489. http://www.photosourcefolio.com/bookstoreone.htm#1861083300
PHOTOGRAPHING YOUR GARDEN, by David Bjurstrom. Find out the advantages and drawbacks of different cameras and tripods; what additional accessories make for a smooth shoot; which specialized lenses and filters can open up creative vistas; much more. (ISBN: 0-8069-6889-3; $24.95; 128 pages) Contact: Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. 387 Park Ave S, New York NY 10016-8810. Phone: 1 800 805-5489.
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