The Complete Guide to Night and Low-Light Photography

I get the distinct impression that writers with a great deal of photography knowledge/experience found this book too basic/elementary. However, from my perspective (a novice photographer whose preparing to make the step up from P & S cameras to 35mm SLRs), I have not found a more clear, informative, resource than this. What has proven so invaluable to me is not only the endless list of tips and suggestions for successfully shooting in night/low-light situations, but also the 66 pages dedicated to equipment selection. If you have not already purchased equipment and are first learning about it before purchasing like me, then this book will prove invaluable to you. Mr. Frost gives a wealth of information on equipment, from camera bodies to lenses to flashguns to tripods. It's wonderful (albeit basic) for helping decide on equipment, ESPECIALLY for learning about which specific accessories will most benefit you in night/low light situations (e.g. film and filters). For those who are already well-versed in equipment or already have their own equipment, I can see how you would find the first 1/3 of the book less useful.Even if you can't use the equipment section, though, I still can't see how anyone cannot love just to see his prints. I know little about photography, unlike some of the other critics, but I think the pictures are absolutely stunning. Admittedly, my primary interest in photography is in night/low-light situations, so perhaps I'm unduly biased. Nonetheless, his photographs are so exceptional, they actually motivate me to go out and start shooting! Perhaps more importantly to novice learners, he often thoroughly explains how each photo was taken and/or shows side by side comparisons to demonstrate how different equipment/techniques affect output.Finally, unlike some other photo books I own/have read, this book publishes full-color prints (or B & W, if shot on B & W film) on high quality paper. As such, you can appreciate the quality of the examples. This alone is a great advantage over some books that choose to reproduce the prints in B & W on low quality paper.To sum it up, I love this book. The only thing I don't like is that it's too big (A4 size) to carry around to all my shoots! Thank you, Mr. Frost. I'm going to come to the UK and thank you personally one day!

I must say, this is one of the best books I have ever read on photography! This book completely changed my views on the nightlife and low light subjects. Lee Frost is a great teacher, never missing a detail and explaining everything with expert precision, wonderfull language and slight humor that you will appreciate. After about half of the book I was outside shooting after dusk and before sunrise. Most importantly, Lee Frost inspires and encorages you like no one else! I loved it. A picture of mine taken with his techniques was an honorable mention in a contest with over 10,000 entries. If you want to give your pictures a new edge and new look, buy this book t.o.d.a.y. !!!

Man was this book ever helpful to me! I bought this book because I went to Europe almost 2 years ago and came back and developed rolls that didn't produce a single usable picture. I was planning another trip to correct my photo mistakes (I wanted the Eiffel Tower and London's Tower Bridge at night). I bought the book, read it and applied the SIMPLE steps during my last Euopean trip (aug 00). Not only did each of my night rolls (24 exp) produce at least 23 usuable pics, but 3/4 of them are professional/identical to the examples in the book. I was also able to help my friend take great night shots as well. BUY THIS BOOK and use that 'AP mode' as he said! Both will help you.

Lee Frost gives detailed descriptions of how to create unforgettable photographs in low light conditions. The accompanying photographs show just what can be done in low light, and each picture gives a detailed explanation of how it was created. He gives full explanations of how every feature of a camera can be manipulated to create different effects in such clear language that a beginner can understand yet the techniques and tips are just as useful for the professional. This book will open your eyes to new ideas and techniques.

I picked up photography approx. 2 years ago. I have always had trouble getting the right exposure for my night shots. After reading Lee Frost's book, my pictures have improved tremendously. Lee covers everything, from shooting indoor to outdoor. It's well worth the money. Stop wasting film and get this book!