Welcome to the premiere issue of Digital Focus, a column dedicated to helping you make the most of your digital camera, scanner, photo printer, and image editing software. Taking pictures--both in the analog and digital world--is a magical combination of art and science. Not only do you need to master the mechanics of your camera, but you also have to develop an eye for taking appealing photos.
And here in the world of digital, that's just the beginning. You can do all sorts of things to your photos on the PC afterward--everything from simple edits to sophisticated special effects. Stick with me, and together we'll cover it all, from digital photography composition and shooting techniques through managing digital images, post-processing, and digital publishing.
I'm Dave Johnson, your guide through it all. I'm the author of four books on digital photography and digital video. When I'm not capturing images for books and magazines, I spend much of my time as a wildlife and landscape photographer. I'll share my experiences with you each week in a how-to feature, and I'll also answer your questions in the weekly Q&A. Don't forget to tell me what kinds of topics and reviews you'd like to read about as well. After all, this column is for you.
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