Art and Craft of Keepsake Photography: Engagements and Weddings How to Take Perfect Photos and Make Perfect Invitations, Announcements, Albums, Thank you Notes, and More

Name: Art and Craft of Keepsake Photography: Engagements and Weddings How to Take Perfect Photos and Make Perfect Invitations, Announcements, Albums, Thank you Notes, and More
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ISBN: 9780817441159

ISBN-10: 0817441158

ISBN-13: 9780817441159

Edition: 2006

Authors: Barbara Smith

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Wedding invitations and engagement announcements used to be just words on a plain card. Now they can be so much more--with The Art and Craft of Keepsake Photography: Engagements and Weddings. Beautiful, hip projects combine digital photography with paper crafting for invitations that will be cherished long after the event. The centerpiece is "keepsake photography," pictures that go beyond simple snapshots to capture life's richest moments. Then these timeless images are transformed into unique mementos that share and document the story--cards, announcements, invitations, albums. No previous experience in photography or crafting is needed, since author Barbara Smith covers everything from…

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List price: $21.95
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications, Incorporated
Publication date: 2/6/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 160
Size: 8.50" wide x 10.75" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 1.430
Language: English

Acknowledgments	p. 5
Foreword	p. 8
Introduction	p. 9
The Element of Style	p. 12
Defining & Refining Your Style	p. 14
Adding Pizzazz to Your Photos	p. 16
Capturing the Decisive Moment	p. 18
Photographing the Engagement & Shower	p. 20
The Engagement: Capturing the Couple	p. 22
The Bridal Shower: Capturing the Fun	p. 27
Photographing the Wedding	p. 30
Preparing for the Shoot	p. 32
Getting Ready	p. 33
Setting the Scene	p. 37
The Ceremony	p. 39
Group Shots	p. 42
Romantics	p. 44
The Reception	p. 46
Turning Your Photos into Works of Art	p. 48
Fine Art Techniques Film Versus Digital	p. 50
Digital Darkroom Techniques	p. 51
Step-by-Step: Cropping	p. 52
Step-by-Step: Converting an Image to Black and White	p. 54
Step-by-Step: Toning	p. 56
Step-by-Step: Spot Coloring or Tinting	p. 58
Step-By-Step: Cross Processing	p. 60
Step-by-Step: Soft-focus Effect	p. 62
Step-by-Step: Creative Borders	p. 64
Step-by-Step: Screened-Back Effect	p. 67
Polaroid Processes	p. 69
Step-by-Step: Image Transfer	p. 70
Step-by-Step: Emulsion Lift	p. 73
Infrared Photography	p. 76
Papercrafting	p. 79
Types of Paper	p. 80
The Toolbox	p. 84
Basic Techniques	p. 87
Creating Digital Layouts	p. 90
Sample Text Layouts	p. 92
Creating Layouts with a Digital-Imaging Program	p. 93
Step-by-Step: Simple Thank-you Note	p. 96
Step-by-Step: Printing Two Cards at Once	p. 99
The Wedding Stationery Ensemble	p. 102
The Creative Process	p. 104
The Ensemble: Piece by Piece	p. 108
Creating the Ensemble: Step by Step	p. 113
Ensemble Formats	p. 115
Step-by-Step: Wrapped Ensemble	p. 116
Step-by-Step: Nest-Style Envelope Ensemble	p. 120
Step-by-Step: Pocket Card Ensemble	p. 122
Step-by-Step: Layered Booklet Ensemble	p. 126
Envelopes	p. 128
Step-by-Step: Handmade Envelopes	p. 130
Step-by-Step: Lining a Premade Envelope	p. 131
Favors	p. 132
Step-by-Step: Candle Favors	p. 133
Step-by-Step: Japanese-Style Pouch	p. 134
Guest Books & Albums	p. 136
Step-by-Step: Spiral-bound Album	p. 138
Step-by-Step: Album with Edge-Sewn Binding	p. 141
Step-by-Step: Classic Hardcover Album	p. 143
The Fine Art of Self-Promotion	p. 146
Putting Yourself on Paper	p. 148
Step-by-Step: Custom Business Cards	p. 150
Self-Promotion in the Digital Age	p. 152
Photography Equipment	p. 153
Focusing & Exposure	p. 155
Working with Digital Images	p. 156
Resources	p. 158
Index	p. 160
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