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A Camera, Two Kids, and a Camel: My Journey in Photographs
From National Geographic 

In a unique publishing event that’s perfectly timed for Mother’s Day, National Geographic photographer Annie Griffiths Belt discloses the secrets of a peripatetic life…revealing in often hilarious detail how she managed to juggle two children, bulky cases of camera equipment and everything needed for a nurturing family life as she traveled to far-flung destinations around the world.   More

The Digital Photography Book, Volume 2 (Digital Photography)
By Scott Kelby 

Scott Kelby, author of the groundbreaking bestseller “The Digital Photography Book, Vol. 1” is back with an entirely new book that picks up right where Vol. 1 left off. It’s more of that “Ah ha—so that’s how they do it,” straight-to-the-point, skip the techno jargon; packed with stuff you can really use today, that made Vol. 1 the world’s bestselling book on digital photography.

In Volume 2, Scott adds entirely new chapters packed with Plain English tips on using flash, shooting close up photography, travel photography, shooting people, and even how to build a studio from scratch, where he demystifies the process so anyone can start taking pro-quality portraits today! Plus, he’s got full chapters on his most requested topics, including loads of tips for landscape photographers, wedding photographers, and there’s an entire chapter devoted to sharing some of the pro’s secrets for making your photos look more professional, no matter what you’re shooting.   More

Creative Camera Control, Third Edition
By Peter Laytin 

For beginning and intermediate photographers, this proven text provides the fundamentals of film photography in an easy-to-follow style. You will learn, in a step by step approach, to understand the interrelationship of the camera, lens, and film, and achieve a new level of confidence. With more control of the camera, you will be able to further develop the art of creative photography.  More

The PIP Expanded Guide to the Canon EOS 400D/Digital Rebel XTi (PIP Expanded Guide Series)
By James Beattie, Tracy Hallett 

The latest edition to the popular PIP Expanded Guide series explains the ins and outs of the newest model in Canon’s extremely successful EOS range of digital SLRs. Packed with advice on getting the best from the camera in any given situation—including portraits, landscapes and wildlife photography—it is perfect for amateurs and enthusiasts alike. Step-by-step illustrated instructions demonstrate how to operate the camera, and stunning, full-color photographs provide inspiration and examples of every technique. Every feature is described in detail, including how to take advantage of Canon’s countless innovations like the evaluative metering system, electronic through-the-lens flash metering, the ultrasonic lens motors, and the wide range of available macro lenses. Plus, the handy field-guide format is perfect for popping into a camera bag.  More

Real World Digital Photography (2nd Edition) (Real World)
By Katrin Eismann, Sean Duggan, Tim Grey 

Whether you’re just making the transition from a lifetime of traditional photography or are looking to bring your digital photography skills in line with today’s market, if you’re serious about digital photography, you need this book. In the four years since the first edition was published, just about every aspect of digital photography has changed (often radically–and it’s all covered in these pages. Organized in four major sections–Digital Processing Essentials, Digital Processing Techniques, The Digital Darkroom, and Output and Presentation–the focus here is on getting great pictures and spectacular printed output through a combination of smart techniques and the right equipment. More