The Complete Idiot's Guide to Photography Like a Pro


Book Description

In this updated edition the focus is on expanded chapter coverage on the hottest trend in photography: digital cameras and electronic image editing. This book contains easy-to-follow instructions on how to choose and expertly use a point-and-shoot 35 mm and auto-focus SLR camera. Illustrations.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Graphic Design


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If you can dream it, you can design it Whether your goal is to design your own marketing materials, launch a visually compelling blog, or just have some fun creating your own CD covers, The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Graphic Design is your one-stop reference. Presented in an intuitive, accessible format, here are the fundamental elements of design and design principles, as well as instruction on how to apply those elements and principles to a variety of projects. • Covers art supplies, software, concept development, reproduction needs, and much more • Sample projects include business cards, print and web ads, and graphic T-shirts • Follows the success of other titles aimed at the aspiring artist, including the Complete Idiot’s Guide® titles on digital photography, drawing, and manga




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Being a Model


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The Clairol model and VH1 star offers herself as a role model for young women who are interested in her profession, discussing such pertinent topics as style, make-up, hair, wardrobe, portfolios, and exercise. Original.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Canon EOS Digital Cameras


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So you got a new camera because you wanted to shoot some photos of the kids visiting Grandma on vacation, but you suddenly discovered that the photos you took are good. Really good. Is it your natural ability or the great features you've found on your Canon EOS... or both? Suddenly you're inspired to take all kinds of creative shots-from fabulous sunsets to the fascinating places you visit. But whatever your passion, your Canon EOS lets you leave limitations behind and express your creativity in ways you never knew you could. This comprehensive guide, conveniently sized to fit in your camera bag, is packed with helpful information you'll use almost every time you pull out your camera, such as- Information on how to use every feature and setting on your Canon EOS camera A basic tutorial or refresher course on exposure, aperture, shutter speed, and depth of field Tips and tricks on maximizing your lighting or creating different lighting effects Advice on choosing the best lenses for your needs




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Conducting Music


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The complex art of conducting may look effortless to the casual onlooker, however, it requires a great deal of knowledge and skill. The success of a performance hinges on the director's ability to keep the group playing together and interpreting the music as the composer intended. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Conducting Music shows student and novice conductors how to lead bands, orchestras, choirs, and other ensembles effectively through sight-reading, rehearsals, and performances.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Staging Your Home to Sell


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This step-by-step guide offers the tactics used by home stagers--from de-cluttering and cleaning up to arranging and remodeling--that will often yield a quicker sale and higher selling price.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Working Less, Earning More


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A down-to-earth resource for a more-for-me life. Through practical information from an author who works about three days a week, The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Working Less, Earning More will help readers get more time and more money by learning how to: • Think about the modern-day work ethic in a new way. • Set income-focused goals—and achieve them. • Build—and maintain—powerful relationships and networks. • Round out skill sets to be more marketable. • Maximize technology to minimize time spent on minutia. • Avoid time-wasters and efficiency traps.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Crowdsourcing


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Tap into the global talent pool. Crowdsourcing leverages such social networking tools as Facebook and Twitter to tap into the power of many people to distribute one's work load or gain input. Aliza Sherman, crowdsourcing innovator, has helped her clients harness the incredible power of "crowd-think" and "crowd- do" to achieve goals as diverse as designing new products to test-marketing services to fundraising. In this guide, she explains the theory and practice of crowdsourcing and actually shows readers how to use it. ? A practical, prescriptive guide for those who want to put the ideas in such books as The Wisdom of Crowds and Here Comes Everybody into action. ? Step-by-step instructions. ? Insightful anecdotes from the world of crowdsourcing.




The Success As a Teacher


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Teachers have questions too! In a world of high-stakes exams, crowded classrooms, and ever fewer resources, new teachers don’t have time to start from scratch. Written by a highly experienced teacher and staff developer, this guide shows how to prepare for the first day of school; ways to use a textbook and not to use; presentation tips that keep students active and involved; how to work with parents; and much more. • Covers both the elementary and secondary school level, with specific tips for each • Great resource for those who come to teaching as a second career • Author is an experienced classroom teacher of all levels: elementary, secondary, and college • Experienced teachers will find the tips, cautions, and real-life stories from experienced classroom teachers helpful




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Reaching Your Goals


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For the millions who have been struggling to reach their goals, for those who wish to create new ones, or for those who have tried and failed, this book will set them on the right path for success. Author, Jeff Davidson helps readers choose and follow-through on realistic goals, whether they are physical (get in shape), career-related (get promoted), relationship-related (find the right partner), financial (beat debt), or just personally important (cleaning out the garage). Full of common-sense hints and tips, this book is the first step toward self-fulfillment for any time of the year.