Photographing Yosemite Digital Field Guide E-Book

Lewis Kemper

• Herausgeber: John Wiley & Sons
• Kategorie: Wissenschaft und neue Technologien
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 257

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2010

Beschreibung

The ideal companion guide for capturing awe-inspiring photos of Yosemite! Whether using a compact camera or a high-end dSLR, this companion guide provides you with detailed information for taking spectacular shots of some of the most recognizable landmarks in the world. Whether you aim to capture memorable photos of Half Dome, El Capitan, Vernal Fall, Mariposa Grove, or one of Yosemite's other many remarkable attractions, this portable resource goes where you go and walks you through valuable tips and techniques for taking the best shot possible. You'll discover suggested locations for taking photos, recommended equipment, what camera settings to use, best times of day to photograph specific attractions, how to handle weather challenges, and more. In addition, beautiful images of Yosemite's most breathtaking attractions and recognizable landmarks serve to both inspire and assist you as you embark on an amazing photographic adventure! * Elevates your photography skills to a new level with photography secrets from professional photographer Lewis Kemper * Presents clear, understandable tips and techniques that span all skill levels, using all types of digital cameras, from compact cameras to high end DSLRs * Features Yosemite's main attractions in alphabetical order as well as thumb tabs on the pages so you can quickly and easily access the information you are looking for * Shares detailed information and insight on critical topics, such as ideal locations to photograph from, the best time of day to shoot, camera equipment to have handy, weather conditions, and optimal camera settings to consider Whether you're a local familiar with the territory or a visitor seeing this beautiful U.S. National Park for the first time, this handy guide will help capture fantastic photos!

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Photographing Yosemite Digital Field Guide®

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Ahwahnee Hotel

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Hotel interior

Hotel exterior

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 2: Bridalveil Fall

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Bridalveil Fall parking lot

Bridalveil Fall viewpoint

Southside Drive

Northside Drive

Gates of the Valley

Tunnel View

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 3: Cathedral Peak

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 4: Cathedral Rocks

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

El Capitan Meadow

Merced River at marker V17

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 5: Dog Lake

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get The Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 6: El Capitan

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Southside Drive across from Bridalveil Fall

Merced River across from Bridalveil Fall

Southside Drive across from El Capitan Meadow

El Capitan Meadow

Turnout at valley marker V17

Gates of the Valley

Tunnel View

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 7: Fern Springs

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 8: Half Dome

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Ahwahnee Meadow

Sentinel Bridge

Mirror Lake

Columbia Point

Cook’s Meadow

Tunnel View

Washburn and Glacier Points

Big Oak Flat Road

Olmsted Point

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 9: Happy Isles

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 10: Horsetail Fall

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Northside Drive picnic area

Merced River near Four Mile Trailhead

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 11: Indian Village

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 12: Lembert Dome

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Tuolumne Meadows

South side of Tioga Pass Road

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 13: Mariposa Grove

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Bachelor and Three Graces

Grizzly Giant

California Tunnel Tree

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 14: Merced Grove

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 15: Merced River

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Footbridge in Cook’s Meadow

Swinging Bridge

Gates of the Valley

From Pohono Bridge to Big Oak Flat Road

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 16: Mount Dana/Mount Gibbs

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Dana Fork at marker T36

Reflecting pond

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 17: Nevada Fall

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Mist Trail

Washburn Point

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 18: Pioneer Yosemite History Center

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 19: Sentinel Rock

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Cook’s Meadow

El Capitan Meadow

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 20: Siesta Lake

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 21: Tenaya Lake

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Western shore

Eastern shore

Olmsted Point

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 22: Three Brothers

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Cathedral Beach Picnic Area

Merced River near valley marker V17

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 23: Tuolumne Grove

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 24: Tuolumne Meadows and River

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 25: Unicorn Peak

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 26: Vernal Fall

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Mist Trail

Washburn Point

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 27: Wawona Hotel

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Hotel exterior

Hotel interior

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 28: Yosemite Chapel

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Chapter 29: Yosemite Falls

Why It’s Worth a Photograph

Where Can I Get the Best Shot?

Lower Yosemite Fall Trail

Cook’s Meadow

Swinging Bridge

Southside Drive near Yosemite Chapel

Glacier Point

Upper Yosemite Fall Trail

How Can I Get the Best Shot?

Equipment

Camera settings

Exposure

Photographing Yosemite

Digital Field Guide

Lewis Kemper

Photographing Yosemite Digital Field Guide

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