December 2014
Beginner
312 pages
5h 46m
English
book
Urban Exploration Photography: A guide to creating and editing images of abandoned places
by Todd Sipes
Overview
Getting a compelling shot in an abandoned structure is what
urban exploration—or UrbEx—photography is all about.
But that’s much easier said than done. UrbEx photography is
one of the most challenging genres to shoot due to the dark
environments, unpredictable circumstances, and various threats to
one’s safety. Preparation is key and time can be limited for
pulling off great shots. In Urban Exploration Photography,
photographer Todd Sipes walks you through everything you need to
know about composing, shooting, and processing photos of abandoned
places.
You’ll start with preparing for a shoot, including what to
bring, what to wear, and when to go. Then you’ll dive into
shooting with an in-depth look at composition, subject matter, and
various techniques that can be used for different circumstances.
After gaining a thorough understanding of how to shoot,
you’ll get a detailed look at Todd’s post-processing
workflow from start to finish using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom,
Google Nik Collection, OnOne Perfect Photo Suite, and more.
You’ll finish off with complete walkthroughs of select images
that you can step through using the author’s raw camera
files.
You’ll also learn:
General guidelines for camera settings and gear
How to shoot in the dark
How to select the best subject matter
What qualities of light to look for
32-bit HDR and luminosity masking
How to bracket your shots
How to avoid common mistakes
Numerous other tips and tricks that will save you time in the field
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