Picture-Taking for Moms & Dads

Geared primarily toward beginning photographers who want to capture their family events on film, this book explains the essentials of basic photography. From pointandshoot automatics to manual cameras to disposables, this guide discusses how to use any type of camera to create special family photos. Basic mechanics, including how to choose and manipulate film and lenses, are discussed as well as more aesthetic topics such as lighting and composition. Parents will learn how to capture a child's point of view to enhance family history albums with beautiful portraits of their children.