National Audubon Guide to Nature Photography - Hardcover

Fitzharris, Tim

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1552978184 ISBN 13: 9781552978184

Publisher: Firefly Books, 2003

Synopsis

Proven techniques for making award-winning photographs of the great outdoors.

The National Audubon Society Guide to Nature Photography is an inspiring reference for both amateur and professionals who want to improve the quality and beauty of their work.

The book reveals time-tested field techniques and artistic insights guaranteed to improve any photographer's portfolio. Every aspect of photographing nature is comprehensively covered: landscape, wildlife, insects, flora, and forests.

Photographers will benefit from:

Advice for buying the best equipment for photographing nature subjects
Top-ten lists of the best North American locations for photographing landscapes, big game, birds, wildflowers, and seasonal colors
Tips for using filters, handling composition, lighting, color, exposure and moving subjects
Practical advice for choosing and using the latest digital cameras and equipment
Pictographs provide point-by-point views of the anatomy of a successful photo

All the information comes from actual field experience, accompanied by 200 stunning examples.

About this title

About the Author:

Tim Fitzharris is known to legions of photographers from his nature column in Popular Photography. He is the author of 25 wilderness and wildlife books including Sierra Club Guide to 35mm Landscape Photography, Nature Photography, and AAA National Park Photography.

Review:

The perfect guide book for beginners or photographers that want to expand and hone their photographic skills... everything you need to know. (The Outdoor Edge)

Striking images... rendered in gorgeous color... This is a practical and pretty volume that both photographers and nature lovers will enjoy. (Don Denton Victoria Times-Colonist 2003-12-21)

Featuring animals and landscapes from all over the world, the book is the product of someone who is in tune with the natural world, and it shows. (Len Wagg (Photo Editor) Halifax Chronicle Herald 2004-05-23)

Many good tips and some amazing photos. (Bill Robertson Saskatoon Star Phoenix 2003-12-13)

Chock full of tips and color illustrations to help you. (Dolores and Roger Flaherty Chicago Sun-Times 2003-12-14)

The perfect guide to aid in your quest for the perfect shot... a bounty of fantastic tips... 200 illustrations that serve to both inspire and educate. (C.A. Boylan Shutterbug)

Proven techniques and advice for making top-quality, award-winning photos... inspiring images. (Kitchener Record 2003-10-11)

The author provides practical advice for both the craft and art of nature photography... Although the text assumes that the user has basic knowledge of photographic principles, it will be useful for just about anyone who wants to move beyond a simple point-and-shoot camera. (Nancy Bent Booklist 2008-11-15)

About this edition

• Publisher: Firefly Books
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1552978184
• ISBN 13: 9781552978184
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 192