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The Landscape Photography Book: The step-by-step techniques you need to capture breathtaking landscape photos like the pros
Have you ever dreamed of taking such incredible landscape photos that your friends and family say, “Wait a minute, this is your photo?! You took this?” Well, you’re in luck. Right here, in this book, pro photographer and award-winning author Scott Kelby teaches you how to shoot and edit jaw-dropping landscape photographs. Scott shares all his secrets and time-tested techniques, as he discusses everything from his go-to essential gear and camera settings to the landscape photography techniques you need to create absolutely stunning images. From epic scenes at sunrise to capturing streams and waterfalls with that smooth, silky look, and from photographing the night sky or the Milky Way to creating breathtaking, sweeping panoramas, Scott has got you covered.
Among many other topics, you’ll learn:
• The secrets to getting super-sharp, crisp images (without having to buy a new lens).
• Exactly which camera settings work best for landscape photography and why (and which ones you should avoid).
• Where to focus your camera for tack-sharp images from foreground to background.
• How to shoot beautiful high dynamic range images and stunning panoramas (and even HDR panos!), along with how to post-process them like a pro.
• How to create captivating long-exposure landscape shots that wow your viewers.
• What gear you need, what gear you can skip, which accessories work best, and a ton of killer tips that will not only help you create better images, but make the entire experience that
much more fun.
It’s all here, from the planning, to the shoot, to the post-processing—taking your images from flat to fabulous—and best of all, it’s just one topic per page, so you’ll get straight to the info you need fast. There has never been a landscape book like it!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Essential Gear
Chapter 2: Camera Settings & Lenses
Chapter 3: Before Your Shoot
Chapter 4: Composition
Chapter 5: HDR & Panos
Chapter 6: Long Exposures
Chapter 7: Starry Skies & the Milky Way
Chapter 8: Post-Processing
Chapter 9: Even More Tips
Chapter 10: Landscape Recipes
208 pages, Paperback
Published June 7, 2019
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About the author
Scott Kelby
491 books284 followersScott Kelby is an American author and publisher of periodicals dealing in Macintosh and Personal Computer software, specifically for design professionals, photographers, and artists.
Kelby is editor and publisher of Photoshop User and Layers magazines, president and co-founder of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) and is president of Kelby Media Group, an Oldsmar, Florida-based software training, education, and publishing firm.
Kelby is a photographer, designer, and the award-winning author of more than 40 books.
Kelby is editor and publisher of Photoshop User and Layers magazines, president and co-founder of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) and is president of Kelby Media Group, an Oldsmar, Florida-based software training, education, and publishing firm.
Kelby is a photographer, designer, and the award-winning author of more than 40 books.
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Displaying 1 - 16 of 16 reviews
July 21, 2019
A good book if you are getting into landscape photography. Scott covers much ground in a manner that is accessible, and full of humor. This is fun
Don't expect any in-depth treatment of the subject. I assume that this would be beyond the scope of the book.
Having said that, he does give a lot of useful tips, and these are scattered through the book.
So yes, go ahead. Read it. It's a fun read. If you are an instructor and want to teach someone the basics, then this is a valuable resource.
That is another reason to buy it! I am glad I did!
Don't expect any in-depth treatment of the subject. I assume that this would be beyond the scope of the book.
Having said that, he does give a lot of useful tips, and these are scattered through the book.
So yes, go ahead. Read it. It's a fun read. If you are an instructor and want to teach someone the basics, then this is a valuable resource.
That is another reason to buy it! I am glad I did!
June 16, 2022
As with all of Scott's books, there are many tips and nuggets of info for anyone who is looking to better their landscape photography. I like that there is one tip per page with an example. That makes this an easy read. There are sections on HDR and long exposure photography as well. These are great tools to have in the toolbox to enhance your photography. This should be on any landscape photographer's shelf.
January 20, 2025
There's too much fluff especially at the start of the book where he really just wafles on about things that don't matter. It gets better as the book progresses but he doesn't really explain a lot of why we're doing what we're doing so now I know which settings to use to get photos exactly like his but I don't really know where to go from here to take other types of photos in other conditions.
It was a very helpful introduction and it's not too difficult to understand, definitely much better than a lot of the info online.
I wish it had been organised a bit better, like some things pop up at the start and then he goes back into it again later in the book but it could have gone on the earlier page, e.g. the two sections about the sun which could've just been one.
It was a very helpful introduction and it's not too difficult to understand, definitely much better than a lot of the info online.
I wish it had been organised a bit better, like some things pop up at the start and then he goes back into it again later in the book but it could have gone on the earlier page, e.g. the two sections about the sun which could've just been one.
July 13, 2021
This was SO helpful! The chapter introductions were a lot of nothing (jokes that go on for a looooong time) but the actual information in the chapters was so easy even I could understand it (ha). I liked how the techniques were explained step by step, it was also explained WHY you do or don't want to do something, and there are pictures as well as gear recommendations (and what is and isn't worth spending extra money on). Honestly one of the most helpful books I've ever read. Only took me so long to read it because I was taking so many notes and going out to test out the new things I'd learned!
January 7, 2021
Excellent book than can quickly be turned into several checklists for a photographer. Scott is always clear and concise, except for his chapter intro’s. These are his trademark breaks from instruction and techie stuff. I was told by a photo instructor to read everything Scott writes. That has been good advice.
July 11, 2023
A very helpful book on landscape photography prep, tips, and overall action of creating beautiful landscape shots. I found the writing funny and also very thoughtful in the wording. Scott Kelby is obviously very studied and an extremely adequate teacher. I learned a lot and am excited to put my newfound knowledge to work in the following summer months!
4.8 stars
4.8 stars
November 26, 2023
Required reading!
With this as an introduction, I joined the kelbyone website and there are even more essential concepts and practical ideas to be had. He is easy to read and listen to which I can’t say for a lot of folks. A+
With this as an introduction, I joined the kelbyone website and there are even more essential concepts and practical ideas to be had. He is easy to read and listen to which I can’t say for a lot of folks. A+
December 7, 2019
Learned a lot
Thought I knew about landscape photography until I read Scott's book. I can't wait to get out and use what I learned
Thought I knew about landscape photography until I read Scott's book. I can't wait to get out and use what I learned
May 7, 2020
Planning A trip to Scotland and Ireland
Studying landscape photography hoping to pick a tips so to get some great shots when the time comes and making better plans for the trip
Studying landscape photography hoping to pick a tips so to get some great shots when the time comes and making better plans for the trip
July 24, 2023
So much good info in this book. Really useful! I want to buy a copy to have on hand!!
March 23, 2025
Mad new appreciation for landscape photography wow.
July 27, 2025
Another winner from Scott Kelby. Information is given in clear digestible chunks, with a bit of wry humor on the side
January 2, 2026
Libro interesante para todo aficionado a la fotografía. Consejos prácticos en cada página. Formato útil y rápido para leer.
March 5, 2023
I purchased this book for my wife, who does not have a strong photography background but very much enjoys taking pictures---but, of course, I had to read it as well.
I was very disappointed in the book. The large majority of it simply teaches you to use your camera, landscape not being a big part of the equation. Much of the book could have been written for any type of photography.
What I found interesting:
* a few tips spread in different chapters, specifically discussing an idea that I was not aware of
* a couple of pages in the post-processing chapter (Chap. 8)
* A good part of Chap. 10, titled landscape recipes (unfortunately a short chapter).
On the other hand, I can see that the book caters to a different clientele, one that is new to more complex cameras and that needs basic technical education. If you are part of the target set, this book will be an excellent choice for you. If, on the other hand, you are an experienced amateur photographer looking to become a better landscape photographer, you will not find much in this book. I am giving 4 stars because I can see the book is useful to many---just not me.
I was very disappointed in the book. The large majority of it simply teaches you to use your camera, landscape not being a big part of the equation. Much of the book could have been written for any type of photography.
What I found interesting:
* a few tips spread in different chapters, specifically discussing an idea that I was not aware of
* a couple of pages in the post-processing chapter (Chap. 8)
* A good part of Chap. 10, titled landscape recipes (unfortunately a short chapter).
On the other hand, I can see that the book caters to a different clientele, one that is new to more complex cameras and that needs basic technical education. If you are part of the target set, this book will be an excellent choice for you. If, on the other hand, you are an experienced amateur photographer looking to become a better landscape photographer, you will not find much in this book. I am giving 4 stars because I can see the book is useful to many---just not me.
January 19, 2023
A very informative book that had a lot of helpful tips and ideas. I was aware of some of the techniques, so everything wasn't new to me. I particularly liked the chapter on long exposures, as it is an area where I want to explore. This would be a good book for someone beginning to do landscape photography.
February 25, 2020
A fantastic book, which is full of practical advice on landscape photography with digital cameras!
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