An illustrated book discussing the basic technical considerations as they apply to outdoor close-up nature photography. Information covers exposure, equipment, composition and necessary equipment applications which include: extension with tubes and bellows, macro lenses, tele-converters, flash and lighting. The reasons are given for the impracticability of the studio situation for close-up nature photography. John Shaw is author of "The Nature Photographer's Complete Guide to Professional Field Techniques".
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Photographers who are starting to think about working in the closeup range often ask, "How close can I get with this particular lens or accessory? Read the first page
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
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John Shaw shines in this book. The information is not only helpful, but to the point and direct. Shaw explains everything in detail, but only enough as needed. Truly exceptional book!! It is a must have guide to anyone who wants to delve into the macro photography field. I have been focusing on macro for the last year now. I just recently read the book and it helped me unbelievably. From what tripod to use to what filters (if any), to how to compose that great shot. It is a wonderful book!!
23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
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I have several of John Shaw's books. They are all great, and this is one of the best. He explains the variety of ways you can take macro and close-up photographs and the advantages and disadvantages of each one. The only (minor) criticism is that he doesn't really discuss multiple-flash techniques for close-up work (EOS users can refer to the Canon Macro book for advice on that). But the rest of the book is so good that I would still award it five stars. If you are interested in taking close-up/macro photographs of nature subjects then you CANNOT afford not to read it.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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This is one of the finest books on natural history photography available and it deserves to be on everyone's bookshelf. It does tend to fall apart after a few years (I'm on my third copy!), due to the absolutely atrocious binding (I think it's held together with toothpaste and bogies). I think it is my annoyance with the binding that has stopped me giving it 5 crowns. But if you want to learn how to take excellent natural history photographs without using a megaton of flash guns then this is the book you need to get started
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A helpful book
This is a book written some time ago, when digital photography was not born yet. Nevertheles, the technical and artistic information you get in its pages is perennial.
Published on 9 Jun 2010 by M. Angel Garcia Martin
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Too out of date to be useful
This book was produced in 1987 and is consequently like buying a hand book for a Austin Allegro and hoping it will tell you something about a Vauxhall Synergy! Read more
Published on 6 Jun 2009 by Damian Murphy
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The best there is - bar none!
As a writer and former professional photographer, I have found all of John Shaw's books to be among the best available and unfailingly helpful to beginner and expert alike. Read more
Published on 21 April 2009 by Dr. H. Bernard-Smith
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Superb
Can't really add a lot to what everyone else has written. If you are serious about learning macro techniques, buy it.
Published on 26 May 2008 by D. Palmer
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Excellent!
All I can do is agree with all the other reviews. The book is well written, easy to read and informative. Read more
Published on 26 Feb 2004
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Extremely helpful
John Shaw's books are wonderful! Our local library has a wonderful collection of them. After a hiatus in photography of many years, I have jumped back in with both feet. Read more
Published on 7 Jun 1999
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent overview of macro techniques for the beginner
I picked this book up by chance just two weeks after buying a 35mm camera. All of the explanations are execellent and do a good job of bridging the gap between a beginner and a... Read more
Published on 10 April 1999
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Excellent - Full of useful information - VERY poor binding.
An excellent book , full of useful information on all aspects of close-up photography, let down by the VERY poor binding that comes apart after very limited use. Read more
Published on 23 Feb 1999
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Buy It
Anyone who would like to learn closeup photography should own this book. Very easy to understand and covers everything you need to know.
Published on 29 Oct 1998
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Excellent Content -Poor Binding
John Shaw does an excellent job of taking the mystery out of the macro process. His photos are an inspiration and I have already had success with some of his suggestions. Read more
Published on 20 Feb 1997
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