Alex’s heart was filled with excitement.
“Let’s get started right away,” said the professor. “We will learn photography the same way you learned your ABCs.” Professor Crow gave Alex a book titled A–Z in Photography.
Alex eagerly flipped to the first page.

— A is for Aperture: Page 8
"Cat with a Present – Adorable Feline Gift Exchange"
"Illustrated Flowers – Whimsical and Vibrant Floral Art"
"Illustrated Waterfall – Majestic Cascade in Artistic Form"
"Cat with a Camera in the City – Urban Adventure with Feline Flair"
"Wintery Scene with a Histogram – Chilling Beauty in Data Visualization"
dual portfolio images
"Display of Various White Balance Settings – Exploring Color Temperature in Photography"
"The Dynamic Duo: Two Cats, Stars of the Book – Join Their Adventures!"

About the Book




Overview


In 'A Is for Aperture,' readers follow the journey of Alex, a curious cat who discovers the art of photography under the guidance of Professor Crow. This engaging tale ingeniously blends an ABC format with a captivating storyline, seamlessly integrating essential photography concepts into the narrative. Each letter of the alphabet introduces a new photography term, skillfully woven into the plot, making learning both entertaining and informative.




Narrative


Early on, readers discover that Alex receives a new camera for his birthday, sparking his enthusiasm for photography and his aspirations to become a skilled photographer. Throughout the story, Alex endeavors to enhance his photography skills, eagerly learning new techniques under the mentorship of Professor Crow.




Join the Adventure


Now you can learn photography basics along with Alex and Professor Crow in an engaging, story-like format. Featuring helpful diagrams, fun pictures, and detailed instructions, you’ll learn about angles, lighting, lenses, and more—including how to find your own, signature style as an artist.

About the Author


Jacob Baker grew up in Flint, Michigan. He is a proud member of the U.S. Navy, an adult educator, and an aviation electronics technician. His travels in the Navy inspired a love of photography that led to opening Portcall Productions. Jacob is excited to share his love of photography with kids and teens in an accessible way. He currently lives in California with his wife, ten-year-old son, and two kitties, Alex and Skinny.