A Treasure Map to Your Future

An important point to you, the reader, is the fundamental concept that you are helping to drive this evolution forward. HDR will splinter into over a dozen subspecies, each with its own style for a variety of tastes. Do not look at the existing state of photography and assume there is no room for you to develop your unique style. There will always be room for something new, and the rapid change in the industry will help give you the tools you need to take your photography in whatever direction you desire. Think of The Beatles, The Go-Go’s, or The Eagles: They took what Elvis made popular into wonderful and unexpected new directions.

This Chapter includes the first third of the HDR portfolio, complete with descriptions, tips, and various thoughts about science, philosophy, and art.