- Paperback: 256 pages
- Publisher: Focal Press (10 Jun 1996)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0240514335
- ISBN-13: 978-0240514338
- Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 18.6 x 1.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,749,042 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Praise for the previous edition:
"In its third edition, The Underwater Photographer has evolved to become almost a standard work of reference. Martin Edge has developed his writing skills over the years, and we recommend this volume for anyone pursuing the now-less-than black art of underwater photography, especially with digital image-gathering in mind."--DIVE MAGAZINE PUBLICATION OF THE YEAR
"..let us just say that this is THE best underwater photo technique book on the market... PERIOD!" --DIVER magazine --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
"In its third edition, The Underwater Photographer has evolved to become almost a standard work of reference. Martin Edge has developed his writing skills over the years, and we recommend this volume for anyone pursuing the now-less-than black art of underwater photography, especially with digital image-gathering in mind."--DIVE MAGAZINE PUBLICATION OF THE YEAR
"..let us just say that this is THE best underwater photo technique book on the market... PERIOD!" --DIVER magazine --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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This book focuses on the practical art of taking underwater pictures through the author's popular 'think and consider' system. Practical examples take you step-by-step through the basic techniques, from photographing shipwrecks, divers, fish and abstract images to taking photographs at night and 'dual lighting.'
Written in a clear, non-technical style and illustrated in color throughout, this book has established itself as the introductory guide to photographing the wonders of the underwater world. It has now been fully updated and expanded to include five new chapters containing new techniques and examples, more inspirational images and the very latest equipment.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
It is the many photographs I have seen taken by this man which make me realise I still have a long way to go as far as mastering the art of underwater photography is concerned.
Time was when every newly trained scuba diver would talk about the diving facility they are going to open now that they have learned to dive. Not so any more. Today, they are more conscious of the underwater environment and are keen to progress on to underwater photography. Well this is where that journey towards taking successful pictures begins. Martin Edge has mastered the art of underwater photography and has that indefinable knack of being able to teach others what he knows - and very successfully indeed.
So, if you are contemplating buying your first underwater camera - or if you have already done so, then get a copy of this book and do 2 things. Firstly, read it. Then wait a week and read it again! My own photographs were first published in 1974 and my first underwater pictures in 1979. Right now, my work has appeared every single month for the past 7 years. Yet I have still learned a lot from this book.
NM
Time was when every newly trained scuba diver would talk about the diving facility they are going to open now that they have learned to dive. Not so any more. Today, they are more conscious of the underwater environment and are keen to progress on to underwater photography. Well this is where that journey towards taking successful pictures begins. Martin Edge has mastered the art of underwater photography and has that indefinable knack of being able to teach others what he knows - and very successfully indeed.
So, if you are contemplating buying your first underwater camera - or if you have already done so, then get a copy of this book and do 2 things. Firstly, read it. Then wait a week and read it again! My own photographs were first published in 1974 and my first underwater pictures in 1979. Right now, my work has appeared every single month for the past 7 years. Yet I have still learned a lot from this book.
NM
Format:Paperback
This must be amongst the best books on the subject. I works as a comprehensive reference and is well worth reading from chapter one to the end. As a land photographer, this book has already saved me from spending money on the wrong kit and given me a structured path to becoming a good underwater photographer.
4 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have read many times the second and third editions, and having them at your bookshelf makes you ask yourself if buying the fourth edition would be worth.
But comming from Martin, that question has a clear answer: GET IT!.
I was waiting for the Spanish translation but could not wait. I have gone through it and it's clearly not disapointing.
A few reasons for previous editions owners:
* Martin gives this time clear directions on what he does. Always preceed by a warning "This is what I do, may be it's not the standard way, but it's my way". And clearly many (or all) suggestions make sense.
* The book brings Alex Mustard's work. It looks their collaboration in organizing trips, and wetpixel's posts it's not the only thing they share.
* There are clearer directions on how to improve your pictures on your computer.
For first time potential readers, some points:
* If you have not read any book from Martin, then you are really new in UW Photography. Get It!
* Read it
* Re-Read it
* Re-Read it, and wait until next Martin's edition.
Enjoy it as much as I've done!
Nacho
But comming from Martin, that question has a clear answer: GET IT!.
I was waiting for the Spanish translation but could not wait. I have gone through it and it's clearly not disapointing.
A few reasons for previous editions owners:
* Martin gives this time clear directions on what he does. Always preceed by a warning "This is what I do, may be it's not the standard way, but it's my way". And clearly many (or all) suggestions make sense.
* The book brings Alex Mustard's work. It looks their collaboration in organizing trips, and wetpixel's posts it's not the only thing they share.
* There are clearer directions on how to improve your pictures on your computer.
For first time potential readers, some points:
* If you have not read any book from Martin, then you are really new in UW Photography. Get It!
* Read it
* Re-Read it
* Re-Read it, and wait until next Martin's edition.
Enjoy it as much as I've done!
Nacho
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I've been a keen photographer for over 30 years and for the last couple of summers have been dabbling in underwater photography. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Leo
Christmas present greatfully recieved
Great detail and also accompanying pictures of equipment and examples of what you can expect from different lenses etc. Read more
Published 17 months ago by rosemary_ella
Amazing
This book makes the process of underwater photography straight forward and relatively simple . Just need to put into practice the techniques I learnt from the book.
Published on 30 May 2010 by Jonboy
best underwater photography book ever
I have been looking for a good book on underwater photography for ages now, and now I have found it. Read more
Published on 30 May 2010 by S. Milner
Excellent book
Very good book, covering all the info we needed. My only comment is that its a large book, and therefore too large to travel with.
Published on 4 May 2010 by E. Gawith
Worth the wait
I've been waiting for this book to be released since last October, so when it finally arrived I was pleased to see it was a bigger book than I thought. Read more
Published on 15 April 2010 by J. Evans
The Definitive book for Underwater Photographers...there is no better.
Whether you are just starting with Underwater Photography or have been at it for a while. This book will move you forward. Read more
Published on 12 April 2010 by A. Ward
WARNING new edition seems to have got lost!
The long awaited 4th edition does not appear on this page: there is NO Amazon UK link to the new edition as of 26/02/2010.
I hope that it will appear soon...
I hope that it will appear soon...
Published on 26 Feb 2010 by DiveDoc
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