A guidebook covering all the essential tips and hints of wildlife photography, suitable for all levels of photographer. The book contains:
Over 200 images of 75 different species illustrate basic technical aspects and advanced creative techniques;
In-depth, local knowledge of wildlife destinations and when to visit;
Outlines what equipment is needed;
Easy to understand explanations of exposure, aperture and shutter speed;
Advice on composition and animal behaviour;
How to capture birds in flight, create impressive panning shots and manage tricky lighting situations;
Specialist chapters include mammals, birds, reptiles, black and white photography, macro, and many more.
Part 1
Destination Botswana
Part 2
Equipment
Technical Elements
Part 3
Composition
Aerial
Mammals
Birds
Reptiles & Amphibians
Macro
Patterns & Textures
Landscapes
Dust till Dawn
Black & White
Part 4
Post production
Ethics
Glssary
Having moved to Botswana, James Gifford initially worked in the safari industry before devoting himself to photography and writing. His work has appeared in numerous magazines.
Steven Stockhall was born in Zimbabwe and raised in Cape Town. With many years of experience in Botswana working as a photographic guide, he aims to highlight the plight of dimishing wildlife around the world through photography.