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(More customer reviews)If I had seen this book in a store I would have put it back on the shelf, and not just because $35 (in a store) is way too much, but because it is less than inspiring. I really hoped for more.
A "photographer's handbook" with many (most?) of the example images looking like they were shot through diffusion filters? Okay, even allowing that I think the premise is really "how to shoot an art photo", I really was amazed that the pictures are in many cases simply blurry (excuse me: artistic!) It is called a handbook, so I guess it's meant to be a very basic introduction to what's involved, rather than a "how to" book. I'm really not sure what to make of it. I had hoped from the five-star reviews that I would discover some great tips.
His comments about the utility of the Nikon 70-180 macro are interesting, but that lens is around $1200! He also mentions the possibility of an assistant to handle lighting. He mentions that a tripod might be good for low-level shots (I'd imagine that the butterfly would leave before a tripod was set up) but never mentions a much more useful angle finder.
There is a fast overview of butterfly life, what times to look, and what to wear. He even explains how to stand still to take a picture. Wow.
Get "Butterflies through Binoculars" instead. It also offers a short life history or the critters, offers some comments about lens choices and flash yes or no. Better yet, it is filled with clear (as in sharp!) photos that are used to identify the insects after you have your photos. Field ID is often challenging and good photos are worth having.
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An in-depth look at butterflies and how to best capture them on film, this fascinating handbook is equal parts field guide and photography handbook. A complete overview of the winged creatures’ ecological system is provided, which details everything from species identification and the habits and habitats of North American butterflies to differentiating moths from butterflies and learning where and when it is best to find these beautiful insects. Armed with a solid understanding of butterfly biology, photographers can then comfortably explore the technological aspects of nature photography. Composition, white balance, focus, and exposure advice is combined with invaluable tips on using a flash and digital manipulation.
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