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We have selected
only the top best selling four to five star
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John Shaw's Nature
Photography Field Guide
by John Shaw (Paperback -- October 31, 2000)
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An updated bestseller, this book
of extraordinarily beautiful photographs of nature contains
state-of-the-art instruction on how any photographer can aim for
equally impressive results every time a camera is focused on the
great outdoors. Even highly skilled photographers are often baffled
by the problems facing them when they work outdoors. But with this
exceptional field guide in hand, every photographer-beginner,
serious amateur, semi-pro, and pro-can conquer the problems
encountered in the field. Using his own exceptional work as
examples, the author discusses each type of nature subject and how
to approach photographing it. Specific advice and information cover
selection of equipment and lenses; how to compose a shot; how to get
close ups; and other tips covering a range of techniques to enrich
various types of nature photographs.
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John Shaw's
Close-ups in Nature
by John Shaw (Paperback -- September 1, 1987)
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From Publishers Weekly
There's more than one way to shoot a frog, as Shaw
demonstrates in this splendid book, a thorough
course in practical field techniques for close-up
photography using a 35mm single-lens reflex camera.
Although hobbyists who want to capture the flowers
in their garden can glean ideas for composition or
the best time of day to photograph, this detailed
work is intended primarily for the serious amateur
or professional. Success in close-up photography,
Shaw maintains, depends on control, and he advocates
meticulous experimenting and testing of equipment
and supplies before one attempts to photograph in
the quickly changing, unpredictable conditions of
the field. Shaw (The Nature Photographer's Complete
Guide to Professional Field Techniques) is an
excellent teacher, establishing a common vocabulary
with the reader, presenting lavishly illustrated new
material that builds on previous knowledge,
repeating important concepts and techniques for
emphasis. He believes that technical competence
frees the photographer to concentrate on esthetics,
and his inspiring pictures are beautiful art work
fields of flowers that evoke impressionist
paintings, delicate dogwood blossoms reminiscent of
Oriental designs, rare glimpses of snowflakes or
raindrops on a yew needle. Photography Book Club
main selection.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.--This
text refers to an out of print or unavailable
edition of this title.
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Creative Nature &
Outdoor Photography
by Brenda Tharp (Paperback -- March 1, 2003)
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Fine
Art Flower Photography: Creative Techniques And The Art Of
Observation
by Tony Sweet (Paperback -- April 30, 2005)
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Acclaimed nature photographer Tony Sweet helps us to see a familiar
subject through new eyes in this astonishing collection of flower
photography. Ranging from the elegiac to the experimental, these
pictures offer a kaleidoscopic survey of innovative photographic
techniques--including multiple exposures and "slide
sandwiching"--along with instructions for creating similar effects
in your own photography. Perfectly balancing grace and spontaneity,
Fine Art Flower Photography ensures that none of us will look at (or
photograph) flowers the same way again.
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John
Shaw's Landscape Photography
by John Shaw (Paperback -- April 1, 1994)
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Fine
Art Nature Photography: Advanced Techniques and the Creative Process
by Tony Sweet (Paperback -- July 1, 2002)
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Whenever I
approach a field of flowers, I look for a single flower with space
between it and the flowers behind it to create a..."
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The
Art of Bird Photography: The Complete Guide to Professional Field
Techniques
by Arthur Morris (Paperback -- May 1, 2003)
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Choosing and
purchasing a camera system and a telephoto lens today is a daunting
and expensive proposition..." |
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The
Art of Outdoor Photography: Techniques for the Advanced Amateur and
Professional
by Boyd Norton (Paperback -- February 2002)
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With "The Art of Outdoor
Photography", Norton has created a comprehensive
volume on the art and technique of outdoor shooting.
Tips on lenses, shutterspeed, depth of field, and
lighting are presented for professionals and
experienced amateurs alike.
Norton's fascinating anecdotes and invaluable
pointers will engage many levels of photographers.
His vivid photos illustrate key concepts, and run
the gamut from markets in Kenya to mountaintops in
Siberia.
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John
Shaw's Focus on Nature
by John Shaw (Paperback -- December 1, 1991)
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The
Master Guide for Wildlife Photographers
by Jr., Bill Silliker, Bill Silliker (Paperback -- November 1, 2003)
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Detailing the knowledge required to obtain professional-quality
wildlife photographs, this book outlines techniques usually reserved
for hunters to get close to animals to produce intimate portraits of
wildlife. Photographers learn the keys to success, metering for
perfect exposures, and how to compose the perfect picture. The basic
elements of wildlife photography are covered, including photographic
equipment and information on the various species and their habits.
Many wildlife photographs are critiqued, providing budding wildlife
photographers with suggestions for improving their own images.
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The
New Complete Guide to Wildlife Photography: How to Get Close and
Capture Animals on Film
by Joe McDonald (Paperback -- December 1, 1998)
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Photographing the Landscape: The Art of Seeing
by John Fielder (Photographer) (Paperback -- March 1, 1997)
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Beginners to professionals will find this a
useful guide to landscape photography: it provides candid
assessments of films and techniques, uses numerous full-page color
photo examples to feature various contrasts and techniques in
landscape imagery, and blends camera mechanics and basics with
advice on how to visualize a picture and produce satisfying results.
The result is an exceptional 'bible' of detail which should be a
'must' for any photographer. --This text refers to an out of
print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Light
and the Art of Landscape Photography
by Charlie Waite (Foreword), Joe Cornish (Paperback -- April 1,
2003)
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The Worlds Top
Photographers and the Stories Behind Their Greatest Images: Wildlife
by Terry Hope (Hardcover -- November 1, 2002)
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Stunning images from the
world's most acclaimed wildlife photographers have
been brought together for the first time in this
elegant collection of photo- graphs, now available
in paperback.
The World?s Top Photographers Wildlife is packed
with beautiful pictures of animals. The work of
Frans Lanting, Art Wolfe, Jim Bandenburg, Heather
Angel, and Stephen Dalton is renowned, gracing the
pages of magazines such as National Geographic and
Geo, and the walls of galleries across the world.
In The World's Top Photographers Wildlife, they
and other top photographers tell the stories behind
some of their favorite images in their own words.
With anecdotes, tips, and technical details, this
book gives a fascinating insight into the creative
processes behind the amazing photographs. There is
also a brief biography of each photographer, which
includes a bibliography of his or her published
work.
The book features beautiful images of birds,
mammals, fish, insects, and reptiles from all over
the world.--
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Digital Wildlife Photography
by Chris Weston (Hardcover -- August 28, 2005)
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Moose
Peterson's Guide to Wildlife Photography : Conventional and Digital
Techniques (A Lark Photography Book)
by B. Moose Peterson (Paperback -- September 28, 2003)
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With more than 20 years'
experience in wildlife photography, Moose
Peterson is America's most accomplished
documenter of endangered species. He reveals his
professional secrets and techniques in his most
comprehensive and spectacularly photographed
guide to date. Peterson explains exactly how to
make the most of your equipment and how to use
animals' habits to optimize your results. Find
the right tools for the job, including every
type of lens; learn techniques such as panning,
shooting from blinds, and remote triggering of
the flash; and take expert advice on how to make
the subject really come to life in your images.
Understand how to use animals' habits to
optimize your results, see how to frame the
animal within a background for that perfect
shot, and explore techniques for modifying the
natural light to really highlight your subject.
Of course, Peterson has fascinating stories to
tell about his own experiences, and his fabulous
photos provide real enjoyment even as they teach
valuable lessons.
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The
Art of Nature Photography: Perfect Your Pictures In-Camera and
In-Computer
by Niall Benvie
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This definitive, up-to-the-minute book on the
popular field of nature photography instructs the reader in the
techniques needed to consistently create stunning images based on
the very latest camera and computer innovations. Among the topics
covered is the extensive range of equipment available to today's
photographer. In addition to discussing photographic techniques, the
book explains-in jargon-free language-the methods available for
image enhancement and digital manipulation on the computer. The
results of these tactics are shown throughout the book in stunning
color photographs and digitally enhanced images that display the
beauty and wonder of nature.
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Photographing Flowers : Inspiration Equipment Technique
by Charlie Waite (Foreword), Sue Bishop (Hardcover -- September 1,
2004)
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Book Description
Flowers are often a photographer’s favorite subject,
and this sumptuous manual covers all the practical
skills and aesthetic considerations involved in
shooting an array of blossoms. Whether the image is
a close-up of a petal or a long shot of a landscape
brilliantly in bloom, author Sue Bishop’s
inspirational compositions celebrate color and form:
they move beyond straightforward depictions of
flowers into something more abstract, personal, and
unique. She presents three comprehensive sections
that cover technical matters such as equipment,
lighting, exposure, and depth of field; using color;
and artistic concerns such as the use of
backgrounds, soft focus, and special effects.
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Natural Visions: Creative
Tips for Wildlife Photography
by Heather Angel
(Paperback - February 1, 2000)
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Book Description
This book is aimed at camera novices who have mastered the basics
and want to develop a fresher, more creative approach. The text
explains not only the technical details of each shot-the camera
work, lens, film, shutter speed, and aperture-but also the creative
process of one of the world's most successful wildlife
photographers. The result is a fascinating inside look at how a
photographer at the height of her profession approaches her craft.
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Wildlife Photography:
Getting Started in the Field
by B. Peterson, B. Moose
Peterson (Paperback - March 1,
1998)
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