Photographs from the Edge: A Master Photographer’s Insights on Capturing an Extraordinary World
Legendary nature photographer Art Wolfe presents an intimate, behind-the-scenes guide to the experiences, decisions, and methods that helped him capture images from some of the most exciting locations across the globe. In Photographs from the Edge, you’ll discover the secrets behind forty years of awe-inspiring photography from around the world. Wolfe takes you from the mountains of the Himalayas to
Legendary nature photographer Art Wolfe presents an intimate, behind-the-scenes guide to the experiences, decisions, and methods that helped him capture images from some of the most exciting locations across the globe.
In Photographs from the Edge, you’ll discover the secrets behind forty years of awe-inspiring photography from around the world. Wolfe takes you from the mountains of the Himalayas to the sandy shores of Mnemba Island, with stops in the crowded streets of India and the alkali lakes of Africa along the way. You’ll learn the equipment, settings, and creative choices behind each photograph. From endangered species to cultural celebrations to natural wonders, Wolfe brings each subject to life through his stunning photography and the stories he shares in this one-of-a-kind photo safari.
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Terrific content, hurt a bit by the book’s attributes Other reviews have addressed the content very well, and I totally agree. The photos are superb and both authors’ comments are enlightening and helpful for photographers wanting to better themselves, for travelers looking for new destinations, and for people looking for a downright well-written, enjoyable book to read.While many of the images have been published previously, this book’s chronological order adds a nice context, especially since both the camera and (when appropriate)…
Kindle version unreadable Even on my 27″ monitor, the text is frequently tiny and the images small. Worthless on my iPhone where I would prefer to read it, most of the images are so tiny that they are almost invisible. Lots of duplication in the text from his other books, not exactly word for word but paraphrased by a different writer. Will probably buy the physical book as I’m mostly interested in the photographs.
Great book to get into the head of a Master Photographer, thanks Art and Rob Great critique, and insight into Artâs mind and photographic style and process.Photography stunning, great beauty and gives a global perspective of Artâs world and travelsJim Struebing, Tucson, AZ