"From high-powered cameras to smartphones, photography is a popular and accessible interest of many individuals today. This title helps young photographers explore the history of this important art, and the pioneers who innovated and created some of the world's most notable cameras and photos. Readers will learn about lenses, filters, composition, and lighting. They will also be encouraged to create their own photography projects using different styles and mediums, and changing their photos into forms that suit their ideas and concepts."-- Provided by publisher.

Say cheese! -- A thousand words -- History of photography -- All about light -- Make it! A pinhole camera -- Going digital -- Different shots -- Gear guide -- Make it! A light box -- Editing your work -- Creative connections -- New directions -- Make it! Green screen -- Photography.