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 Very Disappointed indeed May 22, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
When i purchased this book i expected it to at least show you some tips on how to produce a landscape image, and what filters to use for example.
This book to me is a book just to show off a variation of photographer's work, and not a masterclass, and i have in fact returned it. Malc Richings
 thought provoking May 11, 2008
Amazing to see negative comments. Maybe im more interested in what makes a picture work on an emotional level and really appreciate the views and feelings of the photographer in there capturing of the image.
The pictures are amazing, perhaps a criticism is that some of the photographers who are asked to explain their views on photography are not so good and putting their views into text! But then you see the work of consistently stunning photographers and often their views and ability to express what they wanted to achieve in their pictures is much more solid than some of the lesser able photographers.
Most photo books are about technique and equipment. I've read half a dozen and there all much of a muchness. I'm so glad this book inst one of them.
This book has made me think about my pictures and stop thinking of them as snaps and shots, but photographs instead. If your going to buy this book blind, you have to be ready for it not being what you expected! But if the pictures don't inspire you then nothing will.
 Not up to the usual standard April 3, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
The idea behind the book is good and some of the photographs are excellent. So why only one star? Unfortunately, in common with many other books on this subject, most of the images are grossly over-saturated. The result is that much colour detail is lost and the images lack subtlety. This is apparent even on the cover shot in which the Cuillin Mountains look good enough to eat; the Cuillins are made of granite - not chocolate. This is very frustrating as many of the images are top quality, notably Cornish's Cir Mhor shot and Gallagher's monochromes.
I would have awarded two stars but for the awful arty claptrap that passes for text. This is not a Masterclass.
Very Disapointing March 17, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I was really disappointed by this book - these are some of my favourite photographers and most of the photos, including those of the guests, were fantastic - some simply awesome. The text, unfortunately, I found plainly indulgent. Yes, it was nice to know how each photographer saw his creative development, but hey, I really wanted more about the photos - how did they plan them, what settings, filters, etc. And the text for photos were of such small print that it was simply annoying to read. Sorry guys, I still think you are great photographers, but the book - a wasted opportunity, I think.
Thought-provoking and inspiring February 24, 2008
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
This book came as an "editor's choice" from a book club that had sent titles along the lines of The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Photography and Mastering Digital Whatever. I was on the point of sending it back unopened, but the package was damaged, so I had a look anyway...
And I decided to keep it after all. And dipped in deeper and enjoyed it. And liked it so much that I ordered the hard-back version, along with the author's previous book on a special deal.
Although all of the photos are of the highest quality, seeing them all together with commentary and reflections has helped me understand more clearly what I really like and aspire to in photography.
I was going to withhold a star because some of the photos go across the fold. But checking again, it's just a couple and it would be niggardly to award this fine book anything less than five.
Highly recommended.
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