This book is a must-read for any amateur photographer. With easy-to-understand language and clear examples, Bryan Peterson breaks down the complex topic of exposure and teaches readers how to create stunning digital images. Peterson's unique approach of freeing readers from the limitations of automatic settings allows for a greater level of individual expression and creativity in photography. As reviewers have noted, this book is a game-changer for those seeking to take their photography skills to the next level.

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With more than 350,000 copies sold, Understanding Exposure has demystified the complex concepts of exposure for countless photographers. Now updated with current technologies, more than one hundred new images, and an all-new chapter, this new edition will inspire you more than ever to free yourself from “auto” and create the pictures you truly want. In his trademark easy-to-understand style, author Bryan Peterson explains the relationship between aperture and shutter speed, including how to achieve successful exposures in seemingly difficult situations. You’ll • Which aperture gives you the greatest contrast and sharpness, and when to use it• Which apertures guarantee the background remains an out-of-focus tone• Which one aperture—when combined with the right lens—creates an area of sharpness from three feet to infinity• How to creatively use shutter speed to either freeze an action or imply motion• Where to take a meter reading when shooting a sunset, snow, or a city at dusk With new information on white balance, flash, HDR, and more, this updated classic will inspire you to stop guessing and take control of your settings for better photos anytime, anywhere, and with any camera.

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