- Paperback: 224 pages
- Publisher: Lark Books; 1 edition (April 6 2010)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1600595162
- ISBN-13: 978-1600595165
- Product Dimensions: 28.1 x 21.6 x 1.7 cm
- Shipping Weight: 907 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #285,731 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Product Description
Scenic photography is a perennially popular subject—and no one is better than Rob Sheppard, founding editor of Outdoor Photographer, to help photographers master the art of shooting landscapes.
In the tradition of Sheppard’s bestselling The Magic of Digital Nature Photography, this new book covers everything from cameras and lenses to tools and techniques, all interpreted from the landscape photographer’s perspective. It gives details on working with skies, water, light, and other crucial elements, and puts the information together in an inspiring and accessible way. Several chapters hone in on particular types of landscape, while a variety of professionals weigh in with their own point of view on the topic.
About the Author
Rob Sheppard is the author/photographer of over 30 books, a well-known speaker and workshop leader, and is editor at large and columnist for the prestigious Outdoor Photographer magazine. He has written hundreds of articles about photography and nature, plus books such as The Magic of Digital Nature Photography 9781579907730 and New EPSON Complete Guide to Digital Printing 9781600592638.
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3.5 out of 5 stars (11 customer reviews)
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Introduction to Landscape, May 4 2010
By Conrad J. Obregon - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Magic of Digital Landscape Photography (Paperback)
I would guess that at some time almost every photographer has tried to make a photograph of a landscape, and that often the results are disappointing. That is probably because, to paraphrase Rob Sheppard, the photographer tried to capture the scenery rather than take a photograph. Taking a landscape photograph is what this book is about in elemental terms.The book starts with the usual gear discussion, including advice on how to set up one's camera. The author then discusses the nature of light and some simple rules of composition, followed by a chapter on the important elements of water and sky. After a brief discussion of capturing man's presence in the landscape, there is a chapter on special techniques like black-and-white photography, panoramas and high dynamic range photography ("HDR"). The final chapter looks more closely at some of the themes of landscape photography like deserts, oceans and prairies, and includes a number of useful tips for different kinds of environments. The book concludes with a brief essay by conservation photography editor Miriam Stein on using landscape photos to change the world. Several profiles of noted landscape photographers are scattered throughout the book.
Even though the book is aimed at the beginning landscape photographer, there is little emphasis on technique so the reader should be acquainted with exposure, depth of field and the like. Instead Sheppard concentrates on the content of the image, although he does refer to technique as a method of explicating the image. Sheppard's writing and images are clear and will help those who are just connecting with landscape, but will be unlikely to help more experienced landscape photographers.
The chapter on special techniques will mostly serve to let the reader know that HDR and the like exist, but actual experimenting with these tools will probably require reading some additional materials. There is little instruction on post-processing, although it is occasionally mentioned.
For the beginning landscape photographer who knows how to use his camera, this is an excellent way to ease into landscapes. It will prove far too simple for the experienced landscape photographer.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Very Useful Tool!, April 15 2010
By Chuck Summers "Contemplative Images" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Magic of Digital Landscape Photography (Paperback)
Rob Sheppard's newest book, The Magic of Digital Landscape Photography, is a wonderful addition to the growing collection of works on digital photography. It is well organized and contains many useful features. Rob does an excellent job of sharing the basics--gear, camera settings, dealing with light, etc.--but for me the book's greatest contribution is what comes afterwards. Following a helpful chapter on composition Rob looks at landscape photography from a variety of perspectives. I especially liked his unit on "Themes" where he discusses how to approach different settings: mountains, forests, oceans, flower landscapes, wetscapes, prairies and small scale landscapes. It is obvious from reading this section that Rob cares about the things he photographs.The book contains information on many of the latest trends in digital photography (HDR, panoramics, black and white conversion) and also, through "photographer profiles," insight from leading photographers such as George Lepp, Bill Fortney and Richard Hamilton Smith. All of this, combined with Rob's outstanding collection of illustrative images, makes this book an invaluable tool for those wishing to take their landscape photography to the next level.
Rob Sheppard offers in this book something for photographers of all levels. For years I have recommended his books to my workshop students. The Magic of Digital Landscape Photography will be no exception. I recommend it to you as well!
17 of 21 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars
Authors shouldn't be promoting their own books in Amazon reviews!, May 7 2010
By D. Herdegen - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Magic of Digital Landscape Photography (Paperback)
As far as I'm concerned, it should be against Amazon policy to have authors, such as Rob Sheppard, and contributing artists, such as Bill Fortney, promote their own books and give glowing ratings. To me, the review section is a place for the rest of us to comment on a particular item. I find it distasteful that the author and another person involved with this book chose to post self-promoting reviews.I am aware that my opinion tells potential buyers absolutely nothing about the quality of this book. For that, I am sorry. I may still purchase this and Rob's earlier book on digital nature photography. Lark Photography Books are usually very well done. However, I feel quite strongly that authors need to stay out of the Amazon review section for their own works.
Thank you.
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