New Book for Immediate Release "The Best of Photographic Lighting: Techniques and Images from the Pros" by Bill Hurter

This book provides a broad background of information on which to base an understanding of light and lighting. And through the images and observations of the great photographers featured in this book, you will see a wealth of lighting applications that will expand your photographic abilities.

Buffalo, New York (PRWEB) October 5, 2005 --

Amherst Media announces The Best of Photographic Lighting by Bill Hurter

A well-developed knowledge of how lighting works and how best to exploit it accounts, more than any other factor, for the consistent ability to produce fine photography. In this book, Rangefinder editor Bill Hurter shows you how the industry's most aclaimed professionals design lighting that makes the most of every scene or subject. Packed with practical tips and truly dazzling images, this book will both inform and inspire.

Features:
*Understanding the science of light—and how it affects photography
*Selecting and using photographic lighting equipment
*Creating window-light images for a natural look
*Lighting techniques for portraits, weddings, product photography, and more
*Modifying and controlling light for flawless results

Specs: 8.5x11, 128 pages, 200 full-color photos, ISBN: 1-58428-168-5

Look for it and others at: http://www.amherstmedia.com/miva/merchant.mvc

Bill Hurter is the editor of Rangefinder magazine, a monthly publication for professional photographers. He is the former editor of Petersen’s PhotoGraphic magazine and a graduate of Brooks Institute of Photography, from which he holds a BFA in professional photography and an honorary Masters of Science degree. He has been involved in professional photography for more than twenty-five years.

Amherst Media, Inc is the leading publisher of instructional photography books written by professional photographers for photographers. With over 20 books published each year, there's always something new at Amherst Media!