Take a view the Landscape Photographer of the Year competition is the brainchild of Charlie Waite one of todays most respected landscape photographers. Together with the AA he has created this prestigious competition & award with a total prize fund exceeding GBP 20 000 plus an eight-week exhibition at the National Theater & publication of Landscape Photographer of the Year" the full-color book of best entries which has been hugely successful in its first two years. Britains heritage is celebrated by people around the world & entries are welcome from everyone whether resident in the UK or simply visiting as long as the image is from the British Isles. This book showcases the best pictures from amateur & professional photographers alike from the third annual competition." ...

This beautiful book showcases the shortlisted & winning photographs from the first major Landscape Photographer of the Year competition. Take a view the Landscape Photographer of the Year competition is the brainchild of Charlie Waite one of todays most respected landscape photographers. Together with AA Publishing he has created this prestigious competition & award. With a total prize fund exceeding GBP 20 000 plus a six-week exhibition at the National Theatre in London Take a view is set to become a desirable annual competition for photographers of all ages for years to come. Britains heritage is celebrated by people around the world & entries are welcome from everyone whether resident in Britain or simply visiting as long as the image is of the British Isles. The full-colour book of best entries will showcase the best pictures from amateur & professional photographers alike. There will also be an award for the Young Landscape Photographer of the Year & each of the four main categories will be represented in the book in four main chapters. Each chapter will be divided into both adult & youth sections. ...

Take a view the Landscape Photographer of the Year competition is the brainchild of Charlie Waite one of todays most respected landscape photographers. Together with AA Publishing he created this prestigious competition & award with a total prize fund exceeding GBP20 000 plus an eight-week exhibition at the National Theatre. Britains heritage is celebrated by people around the world & entries are welcome from everyone whether resident in the UK or simply visiting as long as the image is from the British Isles. This book showcases the best pictures from amateur & professional photographers alike from the sixth annual competition. Following the recent announcement by Take A View that that the winner of the Landscape Photographer of the Year Awards 2012 David Byrne has been disqualified a decision based on the extent of the digital manipulation techniques used in his entry AA Publishing would like to reassure readers of their commitment to responsible & quality publishing. The book: Landscape Photographer of the Year: Collection 6 which contains the winning entries from the 2012 awards was published by AA Publishing on October 31st in the best of faith. Prepared by the publishers long before the winners were announced to the public the book is produced to the highest quality standards. Due to the book being printed & distributed before the decision to change the overall winner was made by the judges the current version of the hardback book on sale contains the former winning image by David Byrne while the newly announced winning image by Simon Butterfield appears on page 127. The next print run of the hardback copy of Landscape Photographer of the Year: Collection 6 will include Simon Butterfields image at the start of the book replacing David Byrnes disqualified image. The e Book version of the book has already been corrected to include the new winning image. AA Publishing have posted information on both Amazon & on the AA Publishing website to inform buyers of the changes to this years awards that has affected the content of the book as well as alerting the companies who handle the distribution of the books. ...

This title is aimed at both the novice & more experienced amateur with hints & tips from professional photographers. This new series of Expanded Guides" focuses on photographic techniques not only to give you a comprehensive grounding in the subject but also takes you a step further to enable you to get much more from your photography. " Landscape Photography" is a detailed guide to capturing outstanding images in the great outdoors using todays sophisticated digital SLR & compact digital cameras. From choosing the correct camera lenses & filters to the practicalities of gauging the weather tide times & the optimum time of day to shoot this comprehensive handbook discusses the theory & technicalities of exposure composition light & colour. Expert advice describes the preparation & techniques for shooting in a wide variety of outdoor locations from mountains coastlines deserts & jungles to lakes waterfalls rivers clouds flowers & trees
- plus how to successfully photograph people & animals in the landscape."
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Without doubt landscape is the most popular area of photography largely because it is so accessible. From creating highly polished images to expressive personal responses to the landscape Tony Worobiecs The Landscape Photography Bible provides all the essential information you will need to achieve impressive results. Truly biblical in its scope depth & in the inspiration it provides this stimulating book has something for everyone from enthusiastic amateurs to experienced photographers. Illustrated with Tonys accomplished & varied photos & written in his warm personal style the book covers all practical considerations from captions that include full technical details for each shot to information on cameras lenses & accessories & advice on the latest image software & post-processing. This really is the complete guide to taking finest top quality landscape photos in all conditions. Learn the secrets of spectacular landscape photography with this insiders guide. Full of expert advice from award-winning photographer Tony Worobiec you will find everything you need to know from essential equipment to working in all lighting & weather conditions. Tonys images are wonderful
- exciting & inspiring
- & these are combined with the very latest digital techniques & practical easy-to-follow advice. For more from Tony Worobiec see titles such as Creative Photography Ideas using Adobe Photoshop & The Complete Guide to Night & Low Light Photography.

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Illustrated with numerous drawings & photographs this book presents a horticultural overview of the main plant families of trees & shrubs from temperate regions that are cultivated in urban & rural landscape schemes. Most of the plants used come from a limited number of plant families & within these families certain genera contribute very significantly. The largest chapter in the book describes 37 plant families according to their identification functional use & management in landscape schemes. With this information readers will be able to assess the suitability of species & prepare planting designs for prevailing sites. ...

An invaluable series for all those wanting to learn the secrets of successful painting & drawing. Each book contains many step-by-step photographs & inspirational pictures which clearly explain the different media & techniques. Whatever your skill level whether you are a beginner or a more experienced artist you will be able to develop your own original style with these easy-to-follow books. Packed with colourful step-by-step demonstrations & information these reasonably priced books are excellent value & ideal for all those wanting to learn traditional & new techniques. Leading artists share their skills offering a complete & practical guide to each medium & subject. Their straightforward easy-to-follow approach is presented in a clear simple way with expert guidance on every stage of the painting process. Whatever your skill level you will be able to develop your own original style with these friendly inspirational books. ...

4 car tours over 50 long & short walks 25 picnic suggestions This book focuses on walking but it is not intended only for walkers. The car touring section will show you the best of the island & the picnic suggestions make an excellent introduction to the countryside. There are walks for all ages & abilities on Corfu from strolls to beaches to challenging day-long hikes
- in the mountains or criss-crossing the plains. Many of the walks take in parts of the long-distance Corfu Trail. For centuries Corfus magnetic beauty has attracted travellers who have sung the praises of the peacock-hued bays the hillsides drenched in silvery-green olive trees & the emerald greenness of the countryside. & when you leave Corfu these will be your impressions too. While time brings change the pristine Corfu so beloved of Lear & the Durrell brothers can still be found
- this book tells you where. It turns the island inside-out & helps you find a Corfu unknown to most tourists.

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4 car tours 50 long & short walks 30 picnic suggestions. Gran Canaria is gaining in popularity among countryside enthusiasts & especially walkers due to publicity about the old caminos reales centuries-old cobbled trails criss-crossing the island which have recently been restored with EU funding. Gran Canaria has always been underrated as a holiday destination for lovers of the countryside due to the fame of its s&-dune beaches & hours of sunshine. But those who know the island would agree that it is truly a continent in minature with a fantastic diversity of landscapes. From the hub of the cumbre the islands great saddle ravines (barrancos) are born & fan out seaward like spokes on a wheel. Each has its own little secret to share. In the Barranco de los Cernicalos there are knee-deep grasses & a chuckling stream; the Barranco de la Aldea hides an emerald-green reservoir; the Barranco de Guigui opens out to an incomparable beach. ...

Pocket-sized full-colour guide describing car tours walks & countryside picnics. Large-scale topographical walking maps (scale 1:50 000) fold-out touring maps. Timetables for local transport. Unique free on-line update service with specific route change information. Series (50 destinations) dubbed the blue Bibles by the Sunday Times. ...