Of the zillion books on photography available, Peterson's was the only one I've read that addressed the craft of photography to my satisfaction. He doesn't go over the head of the novice nor does he speak down to the beginner. The three technical properties of exposure are discussed in easy to understand terms. Another characteristic I appreciated is that all photos carried reference to film type,shutter speed, and aperture. If I had found "Understanding Exposure" first I could have bypassed a couple dozen books and be a little ahead of the curve for amateurs.

The companion to Peterson's "Understanding Exposure". Basic fundamentals of composition demonstrates that seeing creatively is an acquired skill that can be developed. All Peterson's books deserve a place on your shelf.

For the shutterbug who wants to shoot better snapshots as well as the professional who wants to take better portraits, Peterson provides expert advice on photographing all kinds of people. Covers technical concerns, creating moods, photographing country and urban life, and more. 160 full-color photos.

More than 400 new markets for photographic works are listed in this fully updated, newly formatted edition of the popular guide.Includes an expanded Subject Index which includes markets from publications, book publishing, paper products, and stock agencies; tips on putting together an effective portfolio; and more.