What the Flash?: How, When, and Where to Use Flash to Create Amazing Photos

Discover how top pro photographers handle 20 lighting challenges

Photography is all about light, and celebrity photojournalist Bob Davis is a master at using light creatively. In this unique book, Bob and several of his high-profile colleagues, most of whom are Canon Explorers of Light, present their recommendations on 20 real-life shooting situations. You'll learn creative ways to use studio strobes and speedlites as well as natural light to achieve breathtaking images. Each example includes complete details of the photographer's goal, challenges of the shot, equipment used, camera settings, and much more.

• Learn lighting techniques from a group of leading professional photographers including Bob Davis, Bruce Dorn, Clay Blackmore, Eddie Tapp, Hanson Fong, Parish Kohanim, Ken Sklute, and Jason Groupp
• Features 20 real-life shooting situations with complete details to show how the photographer achieved the shot
• Demistifies how, when, and where to use flash (or not) to achieve amazing results.
• Filled with stunning images, informative illustrations, grids, and professional lighting tips and tricks that you can use on your own shoots

What the Flash is like sitting down to discuss lighting techniques with some of the best photographers at work today.