Adobe Camera Raw for Digital Photographers Only, 2nd Edition

07/22/2013 · No Responses

Expert photographer Rob Sheppard explains the details of Camera Raw, the steps for using it, the workflow process, and certain best practices that demonstrates how Camera Raw can empower the digital photographer. Encouraging you to use it as you see fit, he explores the enhancements in the newest generation and helps you deal with RAW’s limitations, manage white balance and exposure, reduce noise (especially in night shots,) and learn to use camera settings that make the most of RAW capabilities.

From the Back Cover
Camera Raw gives you power to make your images fit your visionRob Sheppard is, first and foremost, a photographer. He believes technology can support the creative process, but should never supplant it. So when he explains the details of Camera Raw, the steps for using it, the workflow process, and certain best practices, he demonstrates how Camera Raw can empower you. That said, he encourages you not to be limited by his perspective. Use Camera Raw as you see fit — because your work is your art.

Explore the enhancements in the newest generation of Camera Raw
Deal with RAW’s limitations
Manage white balance and exposure
Learn to use camera settings that make the most of RAW capabilities
Understand and apply the Camera Raw workflow
Reduce noise, especially in night shots
Discover the creative possibilities of black-and-white with Camera Raw
Take full advantage of Camera Raw’s special features

Table of Contents
Part I: Capture Workflow.
Chapter 1. What are RAW Files Really About?
Chapter 2. Shoot RAW Right from the Start
Chapter 3. Color and RAW
Chapter 4. What’s New in Adobe Camera RAW?

Part II: Camera RAW Workflow.
Chapter 5. A Quick Look at Camera RAW Tools and Workflow
Chapter 6. Workflow Applied
Chapter 7. Advanced Tonal Control
Chapter 8. White Balance Decisions
Chapter 9. The Noise Problems No One Talks About
Chapter 10. Special Features of Camera RAW

Part III: Making Camera RAW Work Harder for You.
Chapter 11. Tough Decisions
Chapter 12. Black-and-White Processing
Chapter 13. Double Processing for Exposure
Chapter 14. Post Camera Raw Processing