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Following up on the great success of The Moment It Clicks and The Hot Shoe Diaries: Big Light from Small Flashes, legendary magazine photographer Joe McNally takes us on another memorable ride with Sketching Light, another trip into the land of light--but this time running the gamut from small flash to big flash, and everywhere in between.
Of course, Joe includes coverage of Nikon Speedlights, but he also covers big flash, as well as "in-between" lights as the Elinchrom Quadra. The exploration of new technology, as well as the explanation of older technology. No matter what equipment Joe uses and discusses, the most important element of Joe's instruction is that it is straightforward, complete, and honest. No secrets are held back, and the principles he talks about apply generally to the shaping and quality of light, not just to an individual model or brand of flash.
He tells readers what works and what doesn't via his let's-see-what-happens approach, he shows how he sets up his shots with plentiful sketches and behind-the-scenes production shots, and he does it all with the intelligence, clarity, and wisdom that can only come from shooting in the field for 30 years for the likes of National Geographic, Time, Life, and Sports Illustrated--not to mention the wit and humor of a clearly warped (if gifted) mind.
Of course, Joe includes coverage of Nikon Speedlights, but he also covers big flash, as well as "in-between" lights as the Elinchrom Quadra. The exploration of new technology, as well as the explanation of older technology. No matter what equipment Joe uses and discusses, the most important element of Joe's instruction is that it is straightforward, complete, and honest. No secrets are held back, and the principles he talks about apply generally to the shaping and quality of light, not just to an individual model or brand of flash.
He tells readers what works and what doesn't via his let's-see-what-happens approach, he shows how he sets up his shots with plentiful sketches and behind-the-scenes production shots, and he does it all with the intelligence, clarity, and wisdom that can only come from shooting in the field for 30 years for the likes of National Geographic, Time, Life, and Sports Illustrated--not to mention the wit and humor of a clearly warped (if gifted) mind.
About the Author
JOE McNALLY is an internationally acclaimed American photographer and longtime photojournalist. His most notable series is “Faces of Ground Zero—Portraits of the Heroes of September 11th,” a collection of giant Polaroid portraits. He also photographed “The Future of Flying,” the first all-digital story for National Geographic. His award-winning work has appeared in numerous magazines. Joe's previous books are the critically acclaimed and bestselling The Moment It Clicks and The Hot Shoe Diaires: Big Light from Small Flashes.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Incredible as Always,
This review is from: Sketching Light: An Illustrated Tour of the Possibilities of Flash (Paperback)
Joe McNally became one of my favourite authors/photographers when I first read The Hot Show Diaries. That book was so great that I had to pick up a copy of his other book, The Moment It Clicks. I was then waiting in agony for months for Sketching Light to be released as the date kept getting pushed back. When I finally got my copy I was not disappointed. I've been to a workshop with Joe and he definitely practices what he preaches. Reading his books makes it feel like you're sitting in a room having a conversation with him (or rather that you're in the field somewhere and he's moving around describing the shape of some light source). If you're interested in portraiture or flash photography then this book is for you. If you're considering it then Joe will make you a convert. If you have either of the other two books I've mentioned then this book is for you, too. It's nice how, right near the beginning, Joe defends his criticisms that he uses too many flashes by pointing out the photos in all three books that are done with just 1 or 2 hot shoe flashes but in a creative manner. Besides, this is a book of ideas and examples, not a "how to." Joe, himself, writes how the settings he used to obtain the pictures in the book will likely not be the same the night time he tries to take the same photo. Other books may show you the basics of photography; Joe's books will take you from the basics and help you find your creative side to create some amazing, well-lit, photographs. NOTE: This book is not for beginners because Joe does not really go over the basics of photography - he assumes you already have a grasp on those concepts. If the person who this book is for is brand new to photography, then I suggest another, beginner, book to go along with this one.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is a very good book,
This review is from: Sketching Light: An Illustrated Tour of the Possibilities of Flash (Paperback)
This is a very good book, Joe Mcnally reveals the way he takes the photos with little sketchs... it's like you're in a little coffee shop taking a good coffee and you have a conversation with him about how he takes his pictures, I love it, he is a very funny guy. A lot of pleasure to read and I learned a lot of things. Sorry for my englishSave the Planet, the only one with Joe Mcnally. Mario Plouffe, Montreal
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Outstanding,
By Mike (Mississauga) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Sketching Light: An Illustrated Tour of the Possibilities of Flash (Paperback)
I am always interested in learning more about lighting for my photography. Joe McNally is a master of light and is able to translate his style into a very understandable methodology.His writing style is down to earth and easily understood. He not only shows you how he lit his subjects but why he choose the style. Highly recommended.
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