More than 250 species are included in this useful & concise pocket-sized guide with each individual species account supported by a clear colour photograph. Thumbnail silhouettes visually identifying the different family groups are shown on the guide pages; these lead the reader quickly to the relevant section of the book. The introduction explains how to use the guide effectively & also contains fascinating information on bird biology & behaviour. It also has sections on Sri Lankan endemics & where to watch birds. The text has been fully updated to take account of the latest taxonomy & many recently split species are included. ...

Awarded Best Produced Paperback Book of 2006 by the Federation of Indian Publishers this pocket-sized photographic book makes accurate identification of more common birds in the field possible. The photographs all taken in the wild & India clearly show the birds often with a variety of plumages while the text details the life of these colourful creatures. There is also a personal introduction to the experience of birding in India with reference to relevant books & websites. It is ideal for any visitor to the Indian subcontinent. ...

Discover the new you! Be pampered like a celebrity from the moment you arrive & begin your incredible experience that will leave you looking & feeling truly amazing. Relax & unwind in great surroundings as top professionals create your perfect look. Youll even get all the top beauty secrets on how to recreate your look time & time again. Your half-day experience
Includes:: Light refreshments on arrival Consultation Pampering treats Professional make-up & hair styling Fun photoshoot with up to four outfit changes Complimentary print to cherish forever. The print size varies from 8x 6 to 12x 8" depending on the location you choose. At some locations you will be asked to pay a fully refundable booking deposit to secure your appointment please check upon booking. What You Will Receive On purchasing this experience you will receive a Silver A5 Presentation Pack. Your Silver A5 Presentation Pack is embossed with a ribbon design great if you are buying this experience as a gift. Included within your presentation pack: Your Gift Experience Voucher
- Keep this safe! You will need this to book your experience & may be required to take this with you on the day of your experience. An Information Booklet
- Detailing all you need to know about your experience including personal injury cover cancellation cover & full terms & conditions of the experience. How to Book Guide
- A personal guide based on your chosen experience detailing all the available locations & contact numbers you need to ensure you experience runs smoothly. "



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Capture the essence of childhood through digital photography with this helpful resource Family photography continues to be a major field of professional digital photography while amateur moms are the fastest growing segment of digital camera owners. No matter your level of expertise youll benefit from the invaluable advice featured in this new edition. Updated with new photos & revised text to cover the latest technologies this inspirational book offers critical assistance with photographing children in portrait or candid situations natural environments or structured interiors & any variety of lighting. Youll find practical techniques as well as artistic guidance to capture a photo that radiates the innocence & magic of childhood. Offers a strong understanding of photographys fundamentals & explains how they are crucial to capturing memorable images of children Covers all the latest equipment & technology including mobile phones & HD video & details how to capture fantastic images no matter the medium Instructs you on how to effectively photograph children in a variety of situations lighting environments weather etc. Shares insider advice on how to take frame-worthy photos of children that emanate the magic of childhood Photographing Children Photo Workshop Second Edition shows you how to sharpen your observation skills & involve your subjects so you can take memorable photos of children that will last for generations. ...

Cornwall is among the most beautiful & varied counties in Britain. The images in Photographing Cornwall capture some of its most stunning ...

The complete comprehensive resource for any photographer seeking the best poses this book features one thousand images specially selected to help photographers position models in an array of different poses. Photographs & poses are placed in context within the text with reasons why they do (or sometimes dont) work. A handful of poses are also accompanied by lighting diagrams to give an understanding of how the photo was created. The content is organised into sub-sections including standing & seated poses bodywork movement exaggerated poses & expressions for easy navigation when preparing shots. Photographing Models features both models & non-models of different ages shot using different lighting rigs & settings making this book suitable for a vast range of commercial & editorial applications. ...

Joey L is one of the most exciting photographers on the pro scene today. Shares anecdotes techniques lighting setups & post-production steps.

Includes:: celebrity portraits & those taken for the Twilight" movie series. Serious amateurs & pro photographers get a master class in lighting & portrait techniques with this behind-the-lens guide from acclaimed young photographer Joey L. The most exciting young talent in professional photography today Joey L lifts the curtain on his unique 21st-century approach to portraiture sharing anecdotes technique notes & lighting diagrams for a wide range of his commercial & personal work."

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The wonderful thing about photography is that anyone can take a great picture almost regardless of the equipment. Some of the greatest photographs ever taken have often been taken on basic equipment
- think of Cartier Bresson & Ansel Adams. The trick is seeing how the camera sees & learning to turn whatever conditions you are faced with to your advantage". (Edward Parker). This new book by renowned wildlife photographer Edward Parker is suitable for all photographers regardless of equipment & experience. This inspiring yet simple guide shows you how to get the very best from your camera whether it is a point-&-shoot compact or a top of the range DSLR. With examples from around the world Parker reveals the skills & techniques needed to improve your photographs with little or no adjustments to the automatic settings or those which you are comfortable using. The skills of photography are largely transferable so the techniques highlighted in this book will have a broad interest with trees acting as a vehicle for learning how to take much better photographs. The first section of the book explains how the brain perceives an image & how to use this understanding to produce great photos through better composition better use of light & conscious use of foreground & background. For the more advanced photographers Parker explains techniques on how to take control of the camera though understanding aperture shutter speed exposure using flash & using a tripod. A further section details more advanced techniques such as macro fill flash & night photography."
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Making photography theory accessible to students for the first time when originally published just over ten years ago Photography: A Critical Introduction" was the first introductory textbook to examine key debates in photographic theory & place them in their social & political contexts. Written especially for students in further & higher education & for introductory college courses it provides a coherent introduction to the nature of photographic seeing. This revised & updated fourth edition
Includes:: key concepts biographies of major thinkers seminal references; a full glossary of terms comprehensive bibliographies & new chapter abstracts; updated resource information including guides to public archives & useful web sites. Individual chapters cover: key debates in photographic theory & history; documentary photography & photojournalism; personal & popular photography; photography & commodity culture; photography & the human body; photography as art; & photography in the age of electronic imaging. This lavishly illustrated fourth edition

Includes:: over one hundred photographs & images of huge diversity in full colour throughout."


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Photography: The Whole Story" is a celebration of the most beautiful meaningful & inspiring photographs that have arisen from this very modern medium. The book begins with a succinct overview of photography placing it in the context of the social & cultural developments that have taken place globally since its arrival. Organized chronologically the book then traces the rapid evolution of photographic style period by period & movement by movement. Illustrated in-depth essays cover every photographic genre from the early portraits & tableaux to the digitally manipulated montages splitsecond sports images & conceptual photographs of today. The ideas & works of key photographers are assessed to reveal what motivated them who influenced whom & what each was striving to achieve. Detailed cultural & individual artist timelines clarify historical context. If you love photography & would like to know more " Photography: The Whole Story" is for you." ...