The Complete Guide to Bird Photography - 2nd Edition by Jeffrey Rich (Paperback)

About the Book

Learn how to take world-class photos of birds of all shapes and sizes--in nature preserves, in forests and fields, and in your own backyard.

Book Synopsis

In this beautifully illustrated book, author Jeffrey Rich provides indispensable tips for taking polished, professional-quality photographs of birds. Catering to a wide audience, from beginners to professional photographers who are new to bird photography, he covers equipment selection and camera settings to maximize your in-camera captures and provides ideas for finessing the images in postproduction and getting the images seen. Readers will also learn when and where to find subjects that are flying, perching, nesting, eating, and mating--as well as how to attract them. Birding enthusiasts will enjoy informative text about a wide variety of birds, from swallows, to hummingbirds, to cranes, flamingos, owls, and more, and will also learn how to be a better steward of nature by behaving ethically while capturing heart-fluttering images. Illustrated with over 180 full-color images, this book is both a bonafide educational tool and a feast for the eyes.

Review Quotes

"Jeff is great at bird portraits in natural settings, but he's also a master of catching birds in characteristic behaviors that exemplify the species." --Dawn Hewitt, managing editor at Bird Watcher's Digest and Watching Backyard Birds

"Jeff's knowledge of wildlife subjects puts [photographers] in the perfect position every time. An expert teacher, photographer, and naturalist!" --Roy Christian, photo tour client

"This book will definitely help you get to the next level with your bird photography." --Jeremy Woodhouse, professional photographer