Book description
Learn to edit, organize, and present your best work--and become a better photographer in the process! Once a photographer has learned the fundamental techniques of photography--the basics of exposure, composition, and focus--their work often improves over the course of a few months or years. The world is full of wonders to photograph, and photographers can be pulled in many directions, excitedly chasing the light and the moment. This approach can certainly yield wonderful photographs, but over time the photographer's progress often begins to slow, and eventually, it can stop altogether. The reason for this is simple: creativity begins with image-making, but true progress comes with learning to edit and organize your work in ways that reflect your unique style and perspective, ways that offer you insight into how you can improve your work moving forward. In short, the key to becoming the best photographer you can be is to create an ongoing portfolio (or multiple portfolios) of your work. Based on an eight-week course taught by renowned photographer and author William Neill, The Photographer's Portfolio Development Workshop provides the tools and skills you need in order to create a methodology that allows you to create a tightly edited portfolio of work, no matter your end goal: a box of prints, a book, an online presentation or website, or even a gallery exhibit. A portfolio is simply a collection of photographs with a consistent theme and consistent quality. In developing such a body of work, you will learn what your specific passions are, find focus for your work, and begin the iterative process of creating better and better photographs over time. By constantly working within a "feedback loop"--where you carefully assess and edit your images, note and learn from mistakes, then go out and create more photographs--you'll develop a portfolio that is constantly gaining in strength, quality, and impact. It's no surprise that you'll also become a much better photographer. No matter the photographic genre you work in, this book will teach you to objectively assess your work on both technical and aesthetic levels, establish a personal standard of quality, focus your efforts on new work, and become a better photographer. The book features eight lessons, along with assignments at the end of each lesson to propel you and your work forward. Throughout, Neill uses his own photographs to illustrate the process he has used for years to create multiple portfolios and books. TABLE OF CONTENTS Lesson 1: Find Your Focus Lesson 2: Thinking in Themes Lesson 3: Editing on a Technical and Aesthetic Level Lesson 4: Grouping by Quality Lesson 5: Adding New Work Lesson 6: Improving Your Portfolio Lesson 7: Where You Can Go From Here Lesson 8: Putting It All Together
TulipCake
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Sloth
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment.
Skool
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Nessie
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Greek Rifle
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BloodEater
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Blinker
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Apple Nola
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app β so handy! ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience.
Paris Boost
The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Cool Whip
Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's functionality is a triumph. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it!
WanderWord
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Flyswat Briggs
This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Marbles
π Ironing has become a joy with audiobooks β wrinkles are no match for these captivating stories! ππ§ π₯ Simplifying my reading routine β the app's functionality ensures I'm always one click away from literary adventures. ππ ListenBookβs support for Apple Watch is a great touch. I can control my audiobooks on the go. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Blizzard Vixen
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption.
Scarlet Mary
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. Download options are plenty β I can get my audiobooks from various sources hassle-free.
Dream Killer
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ShadowFax
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Dez
I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. ππ Turn traffic into a literary escape β this app's functionality keeps me engaged while I'm on the move. ππ§ Audiobook pleasure at its finest! This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and delightful. ππ Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience