In our fast-moving world, it can be challenging to find enough time to sit down and read a book from start to finish. As a photographer, you are always on the go; from meeting with clients to setting up gear for a photoshoot, there is little time to pick up a book. That’s why photography audiobooks are becoming hugely popular.
We’ve compiled a list of some of the best audiobooks for busy photographers who still want to learn, improve, and gain some inspiration about photography. Sitting in traffic is no longer mindless, and even chores are more fun when you put on a good audiobook.
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From memoirs to photography guide books, we hope this list will give you useful insight and inspiration into photography.
On Photography by Susan Sontag
“To photograph people is to violate them, by seeing them as they never see themselves, by having knowledge of them that they can never have; it turns people into objects that can be symbolically possessed. Just as a camera is a sublimation of the gun, to photograph someone is a subliminal murder – a soft murder, appropriate to a sad, frightened time.” –quote from On Photography
Whether you’re new to photography, a professional, or merely curious about photography, On Photography is an impactful and insightful read for anyone interested in the history and philosophy related to photography.
Susan Sontag is a well-known American writer, philosopher, filmmaker, and teacher. This audiobook will take you through Sontag’s intellectual, philosophical, and artistic mind as she explains the positive and negative impacts that photography has placed in our society.
Advancing Your Photography: Secrets to Amazing Photos from the Masters by Marc Silber
Looking for an easy, practical, and perceptive audiobook about photography for your next commute? This book will provide the most helpful and effective tips on photography so you can start taking photos that you love. The guide provides a no-nonsense approach to understanding the art of photography and how you can move ahead in the industry.
Take your photography to the next level in this essential audiobook for photographers of all levels. Gain a detailed, yet practical understanding of how lighting works, composition tricks, and different ways to stay inspired in a fast-moving world.
Author Marc Silber has interviewed many renowned photographers around the globe and has compiled the top stunning secrets and tips from trusted mentors.
Photography: Complete Guide to Taking Stunning, Beautiful Pictures by Nicole Woods
Struggling to take stunning photos? This compelling audiobook by Nicole Woods will give you proven techniques that some of the most successful photographers use today.
Don’t be fooled by the short length of this book. Nicole Woods offers an easy-to-follow and in-depth guide for the novice, amateur, and professional photographers looking to take the most stunning photos. This audiobook is nicely structured and you are walked through step-by-step the most asked questions by photographers and their solutions.
Learn the basic rules of composition and how to balance aperture, ISO, and shutter speed together to produce the best shots. This audiobook will leave you feeling inspired and encourages you to venture beyond the confines of Auto-focus and point-and-shoot.
Hold Still: A Memoir with Photographs by Sally Mann
“I tend to agree with the theory that if you want to keep a memory pristine, you must not call upon it too often, for each time it is revisited, you alter it irrevocably, remembering not the original impression left by experience but the last time you recalled it. With tiny differences creeping in at each cycle, the exercise of our memory does not bring us closer to the past but draws us further away.” ― Sally Mann, Hold Still: A Memoir with Photographs
Hailed as one of the most influential photographers of all time, Sally Mann takes us on a remarkable journey into her life in the American South. This beautiful and raw memoir reveals Mann’s family history, personal struggles, relationships, and influences she’s had throughout her life.
Hold Still is comprised of lyrical prose and captivating photographs that will surprise and inspire you in many different ways. Along with being an incredibly gifted photographer, Mann is also a very talented writer. This is an influential read for all photographers.
Photography Business: How You Can Easily Make Money Online Selling Your Photographs by Joseph Scolden
Transform a simple hobby into a profitable career selling photos online! If you have a deep interest in photography and have an eye for taking photos, this audiobook will provide you all the tips and answers on how you can make money doing what you love.
There are many ways to make money without resorting to a 9-5 desk job. This book will teach you the different money-making methods photographers use to sell their photos online and build a successful business for themselves. In a matter of days, you can make money just by publishing your photos online.
Author Joseph Scolden will help you navigate different marketing tips and tricks so you can sell your photos quickly and successfully. From choosing the best online medium to sell your photos to learning different social media marketing strategies, you can be your own boss from the comfort of your home!
Photography Composition: 12 Composition Rules for Your Photos to Shine by James Carren
We all know how important composition is in photography, but sometimes it’s not the easiest concept to apply when you’re out shooting. This book will help you learn the basics of composition and teach you the proper ways to apply the techniques in real life.
Mastering composition will make your photos stand out like no other; applying techniques like the rule of thirds, leading lines, framing, and utilizing the foreground and background creatively can instantly transform your photography from average to strikingly captivating.
Good composition in photography is absolutely essential, and this audiobook will help you apply all of the necessary techniques in real life so you can start training your artistic eye!
Photoshop for Photographers: Training for Photographers to Master Digital Photography and Photo Editing by John Slavio
Are you just getting started in photography and photo editing? This book will provide you with a comprehensive guide to photography tricks and terminology as well as an introduction to Photoshop techniques for beginners.
Opening up Photoshop for the first time can be daunting, but this book will teach you how to use the necessary tools in easy-to-understand terminology. The first half of the book will include the essential tips for taking photos like a professional and utilizing various perspectives to keep your photos interesting. The second half of the book will cover Photoshop basics such as color grading, photo manipulation, and layering images.
This is the perfect guide book for beginners looking to dive right into photography and learn to manipulate their photos in Photoshop.
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