Digital Painting Fundamentals with Corel Painter X is an introduction to drawing and painting using a Wacom graphics tablet and the industry standard... software for pixel-based art. Each chapter is full of exercises designed to teach basic skills, such as eye-hand coordination. Easy-to-follow projects lead you from a simple, still life sketch to drawing the human figure. Each lesson is designed for novices as well as artists who want to transfer their traditional skills to the computer. You'll learn techniques for imitating natural media such as charcoal, watercolor, and oils. A wide variety of styles and subject matter is covered, ranging from classic landscape to experimental abstract painting as well as mixed media portraits and caricature.

The past decade has seen an extraordinarily intense period of experimentation with computer technology within the performing arts. Digital media has... been increasingly incorporated into live theater and dance, and new forms of interactive performance have emerged in participatory installations, on CD-ROM, and on the Web. In Digital Performance, Steve Dixon traces the evolution of these practices, presents detailed accounts of key practitioners and performances, and analyzes the theoretical, artistic, and technological contexts of this form of new media art.Dixon finds precursors to today's digital performances in past forms of theatrical technology that range from the deus ex machina of classical Greek drama to Wagner's Gesamtkunstwerk (concept of the total artwork), and draws parallels between contemporary work and the theories and practices of Constructivism, Dada, Surrealism, Expressionism, Futurism, and multimedia pioneers of the twentieth century. For a theoretical perspective on digital performance, Dixon draws on the work of Philip Auslander, Walter Benjamin, Roland Barthes, Jean Baudrillard, and others.To document and analyze contemporary digital performance practice, Dixon considers changes in the representation of the body, space, and time. He considers virtual bodies, avatars, and digital doubles, as well as performances by artists including Stelarc, Robert Lepage, Merce Cunningham, Laurie Anderson, Blast Theory, and Eduardo Kac. He investigates new media's novel approaches to creating theatrical spectacle, including virtual reality and robot performance work, telematic performances in which remote locations are linked in real time, Webcams, and online drama communities, and considers the "extratemporal" illusion created by some technological theater works. Finally, he defines categories of interactivity, from navigational to participatory and collaborative. Dixon challenges dominant theoretical approaches to digital performance--including what he calls postmodernism's denial of the new--and offers a series of boldly original arguments in their place.

Digital technology has transformed the entire photographic workflow—and Adobe™ Lightroom, the latest application from the creators of Photoshop®, is... at the forefront of the revolution. With this in-depth guide, photographers can make the most of the cutting-edge software and understand the entire image-making process. It’s filled with expert tips and techniques, and comprehensively covers both professional essentials (setting up photo libraries, white balance) and advanced topics like studio branding. You’ll learn how to have a photo shoot, whittle it down to the best shots, and fine-tune their tone, balance, and exposure. Zoom in, zoom out, crop, and undo, all without altering the original. Put the file on CD or the web for clients or friends, then make picture-perfect prints, in color, mono, or sepia. The possibilities are amazing!

Revised and updated for to include the latest advances in digital image-making, the Digital Photographer's Handbook offers expert advice to all... photographers, whether novices or seasoned professionals. Featuring exciting new photographic and image-manipulation projects, up-to-the-minute information on the latest technology and equipment, with revised and updated text and new pictures, the Digital Photographer's Handbook is on top of current trends and developments. In Digital Photographer's Handbook Tom Ang teaches how to capture the best possible shots, how to enhance or transform any picture, and encourages photographers to practice their skills, so they can ultimately show their work.

This latest edition of a digital photography classic by a master photographer has the latest information on the newest digital technology and equipment,... with many new images and revised and updated text. Whether you want to know what you can expect in picture quality from all the latest cameras, or you've decided to upgrade but you want to make sure you are making the right choice, this book will give you the answers.

This thorough, concise, and easy-to-use guide to capturing digital photographs provides an entire step-by-step course for budding digital... photographers. All concepts are fully illustrated with sample work by internationally renowned professionals, representing editorial work, photojournalism, and everything in between. Topics covered include essential information for both film and digital photography, such as exposure controls and shutter speed, as well as digital-specific information on image editing, printing methods, and even file storage. The first digital textbook by legendary photography teacher Henry Horenstein, Digital Photography is the best guide yet for aspiring digital photographers, essential both for photographers transitioning from film to digital and those learning the art of photography for the first time.

A comprehensive introduction to the skills that students need to be successful digital photographers.Digital Photography is unique among photography... textbooks. Unlike other texts on the subject, Digital Photography combines technical lessons on using a digital camera and related technology with the creative and aesthetic concerns of producing beautiful images. The lessons are presented in a logical order and have been tested by the authors in their own classrooms. In the first section, students are introduced to the camera and its controls; then, to digital capture, editing and manipulating images, and digital output. The second part of the book teaches students how to make great images in the main genres of photography.Diprose and Robins have the depth of practical knowledge that can only be gained from decades in the field and have distilled it into a series of helpful tip boxes that cover such topics as fitting a UV filter to your camera to enhance color quality, shooting from a camera that is “tethered” directly to a computer, and photographing in such difficult environments as desert and coastal areas. 500+ in color and b&w

Turn your enthusiasm into striking photographs! The perfect companion wherever you go, DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY provides a straightforward, comprehensive... introduction to photography for the digital photographer. Detailed step-by-step photo sequences and concise discussions show you how to execute photography processes and special techniques using actual equipment and materials, while a full chapter on troubleshooting provides help when you need it. Numerous high-quality, full-color and duotone reproductions of works by well-known photographers such as Ansel Adams and Alfred Stieglitz offer inspiration and guidance. From "seeing" and composing the shot to applying special techniques and working in Photoshop, this information-packed book covers everything you need to know to become a successful digital photographer.

The digital camera has revolutionized photography. Sporting events, breathtaking landscapes, the mood of the sea, or a child's eyes as a present is... opened-capture whatever fascinates you. Learn touse your images in ways only highly skilled professionals could manage a mere decade ago. With this practical guide in your camera bag, you'll have professional advice at your fingertips to help you get great shots, use all your camera's features, download and enhance your photos, and share them in dozens of creative ways.* Understand digital camera basics* Learn the secrets for getting a good close-up* Find out when and why to use RAW format* Explore dozens of formulas for shooting a variety of scenes, including suggested lenses, settings, and lighting options* Rid your pictures of red-eye and other imperfections* Create a slide show, prints, or e-mail- and Web-ready images* Make the most of your camera's abilities with filters and other accessories

In the fast changing world of digital photography, no other partnership has been as successful at keeping up with current trends and developments as DK... and Tom Ang. In his new book, Digital Photography Essentials, DK's richly illustrative design and Tom's clear writing and direction blend together to produce a strong combination of practical instruction with visual inspiration. Providing a strong combination of practical instruction with visual inspiration, Digital Photography Essentials, covers the basics of photography, different ways to approach a subject, how to develop projects, and image manipulation. With its fresh, contemporary design, beautiful images, and jargon free, yet highly practical text, Digital Photography Essentials, is a practical and inspiring book that will take beginners to confident, creative photographers.

Looking to take your photography to the next level? Need guidance on the basics, from choosing cameras to perfecting capture, managing files, editing... images and developing a creative, critical eye?Packed with quality images to inspire and enthuse, Digital Photography: Essential Skills takes a refreshingly practical, focused approach to cover exactly what you need to know develop a creative, competent style and a seamless photography workflow.As a working photographer and teaching lecturer, Mark Galer is the perfect guide to take you through the skills and knowledge needed to take fantastic images. Now updated to cover file management and editing in Lightroom, Adobes popular workflow software, for a stream-lined process from capture to output.* Covers all the basics, from choosing a camera, managing files and editing images, to exposure, composition and lighting* Clear, detailed explanations make understanding the concepts a breeze and activities help you to put theory into practice* Packed with inspiring photographs to illustrate what you can achieve with skills and knowledge covered in the book

Digital technology has revitalized the interest in one of the most fascinating creative hobbies: photography. This "ground up" guide to digital... photography will help the novice photographer get started with a firm foundation in understanding the principals and techniques of modern photography. It will also guide the more experienced photographer through the transition from analog to digital photography. Whereas most other books on digital photography focus on image editing in Photoshop, this book deals with the photographic workflow from capture to print and storage. In this book the reader will learn:How imaging occurs in digital cameras What to look for when buying a new camera An understanding of composition Digital shooting techniques Image editing, printing, and presentation How to archive and organize photographic images This is not a book that explains which button to push, but it is what the title promises: an in-depth course loaded with valuable information and tips. Juergen's goal is to share his own experience as a photographer, and to pass on the knowledge that will make photography an enjoyable and rewarding endeavor.