Creative Nature Photography: Essential Tips and Techniques

by Bill Coster (Photographer)

An indispensable guide to nature and outdoor photography, from the acclaimed author of Creative Bird Photography .

This beautifully illustrated, inspirational guide to nature photography is packed with practical advice presented in author Bill Coster's informative but accessible writing style. It takes a fresh approach to the subject, breaking it up into chapters on habitats, each of which contains images of specific aspects of the environment, starting with landscapes and moving on to plants and animals. Each photograph demonstrates particular points and approaches, taking into account light conditions, terrain and the general surroundings. Fascinating anecdotes about Coster's experiences in each habitat bring the images to life. Each photograph is accompanied by detailed technical data, as well as information on locations and other issues that need to be tackled in order to achieve the perfect shot. There is also an up-to-date chapter on bird photography basics, including equipment such as cameras and lenses.

Genres: Photography, Nonfiction, Art

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2011

Reviews

[Josh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty photographs. Inspiring subject matter. A little equipment-heavy, although most if not all suggestions are well explained as to their purpose as a tool.

[Cora · Rating 3 out of 5]

Bill Coster teaches the reader about nature photography by showing pictures he took and telling how he did it. The book is somewhat anecdotal. You learn a lot from the choices he makes in a given situation rather than with generalizations about nature photography. While I found it interesting and learned from it, it seemed to only scratch the surface for me. I think that I would have gotten more out if it if I was more experienced with wildlife and nature photography, but I also think that if I was more experienced I would have probably already figured out most of the things he discusses.

[Bev · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gorgeous book, full of information on filming a very wide variety of nature situations and how to obtain maximum effect in the final photographic image. Unfortunately, most of us do not have Coster's array of equipment to choose from and so must be satisfied with something less than perfection most of the time!

[Heather · Rating 3 out of 5]

it was ok. it was interesting how he included info about wildlife but I didn't find his pictures all that spectacular. I didn't read anything I don't already know. I found it very basic.