Packed with hints, tips and essential information, this is a practical guide to getting started as a professional nature photographer. Its focus is on how the industry works, recognizing that success in this profession does not rely entirely on your skills of photography, but also on how you organize and market those talents. Based on the author's own experience of running a successful nature photography business, Professional Nature Photography offers a unique insight into the essential tools and techniques: from the equipment you need, to researching and finding new clients, negotiating contracts, managing finance, working to a brief and an understanding of professional ethics. Features include: · stunning colour photographs · suggested approaches to typical assignments · realistic, practical advice for professional business practice · an appendix with addresses for agencies, societies and conservation organisations The book also includes an overview of specialist skills, such as how to read difficult lighting conditions, shooting from a hide, stalking animals, photographing captive animals, photographing plants and underwater photography. The author sets the subject in context and includes a discussion of the impact of digital imaging, the role of nature photography in society and environmental matters. Whether you are just starting out as a professional, or wishing to brush up on knowledge and skill, Professional Nature Photography is both an inspirational guide and an essential reference tool for hands-on information. Nigel Hicks ABIPP, FRGS has a PhD in Biology and runs a successful nature photography business. He has lived and worked extensively abroad as a self-employed photographer and writer, including long periods in Taiwan, Japan, and Hong Kong. His photographs are to be found in many publications and he has undertaken many challenging publishing assignments abroad, such as documenting the diverse range of wildlife in China and the Philippines. He writes regularly for the photographic press and is a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, an associate of the British Institute of Professional Photography and a member of the Scientific Exploration Society. Inspirational colour photographs show you just what you can achieve Benefit from a professional's suggestions for approaches to typical assignments Full of realistic, practical advice for professional business practice to ensure you don't go wrong

Professional Nature Photography

Arts & Photography

Hicks, Nigel

Photography & Video

Focal Press

With photographs by Nigel Hicks China is a country of incredible diversity. Its widely varied habitats support a wealth of animals, birds, and plants that make this country biologically one of the richest on our planet. Illustrated with over 400 superb color photographs , Wild China surveys these treasures. It explores reserves where the elusive Giant Panda is now protected, alpine meadows that are a botanist's wonderland of floral species, wetlands that are home to a million birds, turtle islands, and tigers' stalking grounds.Following a scene-setting introduction, chapters focus on each of the country's major ecological regions in turn, from the peaks of Qomolangma (Mount Everest) to the world's second-lowest point in the Turpan Basin, from tropical rain forests in the south to the permafrost of Manchuria and the cold dry desert of the northwest, from vast grasslands and alpine meadows to the teeming yellow waters of the Yangtze River. A human population of over one billion people has put enormous pressure on this natural wealth. The need for economic development is balanced, however, by the Chinese people's long-standing love and appreciation of natural beauty. China has already established over 500 nature reserves, including some of the largest in the world, and these are highlighted in Wild China.

Wild China

History

MacKinnon, John Ramsay

Americas

Mit Pr

The Photographers Guide To Light

Understanding lighting, natural and artificial, indoors and out, is key to the photographer's art. This comprehensive guide is full of techniques, information and guidance on making use of the light in all situations. Lighting can often be the making or breaking of a photograph - many photographers struggle to capture colour and tone as they would like. This essential guide provides practical techniques that will help the photographer understand how to make the best lighting choices in a wide range of situations. Topics covered include landscape, nature, macro, urban, portraiture (both inside and out), interior and studio photography.

The Photographer's Guide to Light

David&Charles

Shares a wealth of practical techniques on how to make informed photography lighting choices for a variety of situations, in a guide designed for users of any level that also covers such topics as landscapes, nature, urban environments, and portraiture. Original. 10,000 first printing.

The Digital SLR Bible

CatCopyII "The Photography Revolution: From Film to Digital *Facilitates the transition to Digital SLR technology from traditional, film-based photography *Includes 250 color example photos by well-known photographer, Nigel Hicks *Showcases the latest digital equipment This is a comprehensive guide to understanding the Digital Single Lens Reflex (SLR) camera--fast-becoming the industry standard. Just as turntables were replaced by CD players, 35mm users are upgrading to Digital SLR in droves, and this reference book includes everything photo enthusiasts need to know about photography with the computer in mind: *Basic digital techniques and pitfalls *Catching the light with a digital sensor *Moving images from camera to computer *Finishing images using the computer"

Beautiful Devon: Portrait Of A County

Travel

Pictorial

Aquaterra Publishing

Beautiful Somerset A Portrait

A compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide for any nature watcher on a visit to China, one of the world's top destinations for watching birds. A total of 252 species is described here in detail, from the majestic Black-crowned Night Heron to the striking Large Niltava. All of these birds are clearly illustrated in a collection of specially commissioned color photographs. With almost 300 full-color photographs, easy-to-use thumbnail family silhouettes, a regional distribution map and handy tips on the best birding localities.
Illustrated with clear color photography and brief but authoritative descriptions the Pocket Photo Guides highlight the species of birds and animals from each region that the traveler is most likely to see, as well as those that are genuinely endemic (only to be seen in that country or region) or special rarities. The genuine pocket size allow the books to be carried around on trips and excursions and will take up minimal backpack and suitcase space.

Birds of China (Pocket Photo Guide)

Science & Math

MacKinnon, John

Biological Sciences

Bloomsbury Natural History

The National Parks and Other Wild Places of The Philippines is a prestigious souvenir for visitors to the Philippines, and a stunning introduction to the wildlife and landscapes of this extraordinary country. From multi-coloured reefs teeming with fish and corals, to smouldering volcanoes and dense rainforest harbouring many endemic animals and plants, the Philippines boasts an impressive and precious natural diversity. This evocative yet practical exploration of the country's wildlife and wilderness areas brings to life the natural splendour of these richly-endowed islands. With 310 magnificent photographs, all the major parks of the country are described. Specially drawn colour maps show each area's main features, and visitor information panels provide fully up-to-date details on access, accommodation, and activities including hiking, rafting, birdwatching, fishing and diving.

Meena Pathak's Flavours of India

Asia

New Holland Publrs

This magnificent book profiles the most exciting parks and key wild areas in India, Thailand, The Philippines and Malaysia. Through illuminating text, compiled by wildlife and conservation experts, and over 300 magnificent photographs, the book reveals the remarkable aspects of each featured area: its geography, its wildlife and plantlife, its local communities, and its conservation status. Individual colour maps show each area's location in the country and visitor information, on practicalities and activities such as trekking, birdwatching and diving, is given throughout. This evocative yet practical exploration of these exciting countries brings to life the natural wonders of this truly impressive destination.

Natural Wonders of Asia: The Finest National Parks of India, Thailand, the Philippines, and Malaysia

Elliott, Stephen

Chowdbury, Biswajit Roy

Dasgupta, Buroshiva

Bhattacharya, Indira

New Holland Books

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