What better start into nature photography than an inspiring book about the subject? This book follows a logical order of introducing the photographer firstly to the equipment they may need, then what you have to do "in the field". The country code is well placed in this section, this book is written by a person who clearly respects their subject.Once the formalities are over with (sections which could probably be skipped by most experienced photographers), the book goes on to cover woodlands, grasslands, wetlands, sea, mountains and many more. Each area is explored for the type of wildlife you may find inhabiting it and how to approach the different subjects. For many subjects location maps are given so that you have a head start in finding the best sites for your chosen subject.
Each area in this book is covered by a good selection of photographs illustrating the final result, but it seems a bit lacking in photographs or diagrams showing how the shots were taken. While the text of the book does explain how some shots were taken, and does give good technique advice, the crux of the book is about the subject. Therefore this book is not really for the beginner to photography, despite the initial paragraphs on choosing equipment.
But serious photographers will find this an invaluable asset to locating wild life and good locations. In fact, non photographers such as bird wacthers and walkers will probably also enjoy this book simply for planning day trips and nature watches.
Author : Ian Beames
