November 2008 issue of Practical Photography
Practical Photography news
07 October 2008 10:51
The latest issue of Practical Photography boasts an all-new look, a raft of brand new features and even more advice, inspiration and ideas. Extreme photography, birds in flight masterclass, cheat’s guide to HDR, the concluding part of our massively popular DSLR skills course… there’s something for everyone! If that’s not enough, Gear Guide kicks off with a new-look test of the Nikon D90, the DSLR that’s got everyone talking, and a comprehensive look at Lightroom 2, the latest version of Adobe’s digital workflow software.
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Take it to the extreme
Enter a world of extreme wide-angles, extreme focal lengths and extreme shutter speeds in our jaw-dropping guide to extreme photography. Taking an in-depth look at five techniques that will push your photography to its absolute limits, Chris Rutter shows how discover intricate details, natural beauty and subjects that can’t be seen with the naked eye. Plus, if you’ve ever wondered how to shoot star trails, now’s your chance – all you need is a clear night and a few spare hours. Want to try something different? This is for you!
Take stunning shots of birds in flight
Split-second reactions and technical and creative understanding – sounds like a job for a pro, right? Well, it doesn’t need to be. Join wildlife ace Elliott Neep as he reveals the secrets behind shooting stunning pictures of birds in flight. From practice techniques, getting the right exposures and choosing the right lenses, to using continuous autofocus and focus points, Elliott leaves no stone unturned in this massively comprehensive masterclass.
Cheat’s guide to HDR
Otherwise known as High Dynamic Range, HDR has become a hugely popular technique that can be used to creative landscapes with an otherworldly feel. It also requires lots of software and technical nuance… until now. Ben Turner shows how this technique can be recreated quickly and easily using nothing but Photoshop Elements (oh, and Ben’s favourite cuddly toy). Give your shots a unique HDR twist in just a few easy steps!
Seven days in Afghanistan
Alex Fairfull is a local press snapper. A few months ago he swapped the comfort of his Norfolk stomping ground for the war-torn ravages of Helmand Province, Afghanistan, and here recounts his story in graphic detail. Landmine fatalities, suicide bombers and life on the edge… this is photography quite literally on the edge.
Gear guide
Nikon D90 and Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2
Is HD video recording the way forward for all new DSLRs, or is it to be a short-lived gimmick set to annoy impassioned enthusiasts? Either way, the Nikon D90 is the first to feature it and has certainly set tongues wagging on forums the world over. Long-time Nikon user Chris Rutter asks the question, ‘Will this DSLR change how you capture memories?’ and tests the D90 to within an inch of its life in this new-look camera test. Also, we find out whether the latest version of Lightroom, Adobe’s digital workflow software, is a complete solution or whether we still need Photoshop.
