Art of Landscape Photography, The

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There are many general titles on landscape photography, but few that really tackle the issue of composition in great depth. The Art of Landscape Photography assumes a good working knowledge of the technical basics such as correct exposure, filtration, and sharpness and concentrates on the 'heart and soul' of landscape photography: the principles of composition and aesthetic design to convey meaning and emotion. While technique will not be ignored, the emphasis will be on how it impacts on the aesthetics of the image; for example, using filtration to enhance the mood of a scene rather than simply to balance the extremes of contrast. Because of the nature of the subject matter, this is very much a picture-led book, with numerous example pictures to illustrate the compositional points being discussed. At the back of the book there will be thumbnails of all the pictures used, with a summary of the technical details camera, lens, ISO, shutter speed, aperture, filtration to ensure that those who crave technical information are not disappointed. AUTHORS: Mark Bauer is a professional landscape photographer specialising in atmospheric images of Dorset and the New Forest. He is a regular contributor to the UK photographic press with his dramatic images appearing in numerous national and county publications, in particular Digital SLR Photography magazine, on book covers, cards and calendars. Ross is an award-winning wildlife and landscape photographer, the author of several photography books, and a regular contributor to the photo press. Based in North Cornwall, England, Ross is best known for his beautiful macro and close-up images, and for evocative landscape photographs. He co-runs the photography workshop company Dawn2Dusk Photography and also provides bespoke 1-2-1 tuition. As well as judging major nature photography competitions, Ross has been a brand ambassador for leading photography equipment brands including Nikon UK, Manfrotto, and F-stop Gear. 250 photographs, 10 illustrations

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"With its practical advice delivered concisely, and supported by excellent imagery, the updated book will satisfy keen photographers - and it offers an abundance of good learning....I found the hints and tips on composition most useful, and there was plenty to bring into practice on my next outdoor shoot"--Photography News 95
"What's really nice about The Art of Landscape Photography is its assumption of a good working knowledge of the technical basics - exposure, use of filters, etc, instead concentrating on the finer principles of composition and making the most of the natural light. It's a refreshing read, with comparative examples showing how minor changes in composition and approach can have a pronounced effect on the emotional impact of your scenics. Make sure you give it a look." --Advanced Photographer
"The success of this book is down to the authors' insightful look at mastering the aesthetics of landscape photography and revealing how to create images that go beyond being purely representational. Using their own photographs as examples, Mark Bauer and Ross Hoddinott highlight established compositional rules - such as vanishing points, the golden section and visual balance - and show how they can be used as a framework to develop your own creative style. Consisting of nine thoughtfully written chapters, beautifully reproduced images and engaging design, The Art of Landscape Photography is a wonderful guide to the essential elements needed to produce artful images. The book's final chapter, Developing a Personal Style, touches on more experimental photographic techniques, including using minimalist, impressionistic and abstract." --Outdoor Photography

Author Bio

Mark Bauer is one of the UK's leading professional landscape photographers. His dramatic images have appeared in numerous publications, including Landscape Photography Magazine and Digital Photographer. He is a contributor to three leading picture libraries and the author of three previous books. Instagram @markbauerphotography, Twitter @markbauerphoto

Ross Hoddinott is an award-winning professional outdoor photographer and writer. His intimate, striking imagery can be seen in many publications, including Wild Planet magazine and Digital SLR Photography. Ross's previous titles include The Digital Exposure Handbook and The Landscape Photography Workshop. Twitter/Instagram @rosshoddinott