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Careers in Wildlife Film-making The essential book by Piers Warren, packed with guidance and advice for aspiring makers of natural history filmsForeword by Jeffery Boswall "I have to say I am heartily impressed. This book should be compulsory for everyone in the industry, and for anyone yearning to get into it." Jean Hartley - Location Manager, Kenya."I am very impressed! What I would have given thirty years ago for such a thing." Nick Gordon - wildlife film-maker. If you work in the wildlife film-making industry - or want to - you need this book!. The ONLY guide to working in the wildlife film-making industry.. Available mail-order worldwide - this is an international book featuring many case studies from all over the world - successful professionals explain how they got started and give hard-won advice.. Contents include: How Wildlife Films are Made, The variety of Jobs, How to Get Started, Education and Training, Wildlife Film Festivals, Organisations, Projects and Further Information, The Future of the Industry. Case Studies include: Nick Gordon, Doug Allan, Mark Deeble & Victoria Stone, Mike Holding and Tania "TJ" Jenkins, Peter Crabb, Brian Leith, Jeremy Evans and many more.. The incredible amount of advice, together with information on festivals, schools and industry organisations make this book an invaluable resource for all those wishing to succeed as a wildlife film-maker Described as 'long-overdue' and 'much-needed', this is not just an essential book for newcomers and wannabes - the fascinating case studies of well-known individuals, and unique discussion of the future of the industry from top professionals, make this an important read for those already working in the fields of wildlife, underwater and conservation film. Jobs discussed include: Producer, Assistant Producer, Researcher, Production Assistant, Administration and Publicity Co-ordinator, Director, Cinematographer/Camera Operator, Camera Assistant, Sound Recordist, Presenter, Narration Script-writer, Narrator, Music Composer, Picture Editor, Dubbing Mixer, Location Manager, Distributor, Broadcaster/Commissioning Editor, Stock Footage Library Manager, Multimedia Producer.The section 'The Future of the Industry' involves no-holds-barred views from individuals with a wide variety of experience of wildlife films - combining to produce a fascinating and eye-opening vision of the future of wildlife programming worldwide. ... Read more

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Couldn't ask for more!
I've wanted to be a wildlife film-maker for as long as I can remember but knew it was competitive and had little idea how to get started. Then I found this book. I suddenly feel like I know so much more about the industry and have much more confidence. The case studies of many of my heroes were fascinating and made me feel like I did have a chance after all. I also have a much clearer idea how the wildlife film-making business works and how professional movies are made. I had no idea how many different people and jobs were involved in film-making and this book covers them all. This is the only book on this topic ever written - so if you want to work in wildlife film-making you can't really do without it. ... Read more

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Experience the wildlife of Texas, up-close and personal, through the eyes of one of the country's most talented nature photographers. Where else can you look a coyote in the eye while it licks its chops? Spy the long tongue of a Nine-banded Armadillo as it drinks? Watch a rare Blue-faced Ringtail dragonfly eating its prey? Glimpse a Sanderling's feet spread midair as it scurries down the beach? See an American White Pelican's pouch turned inside-out as it yawns?

Award-winning photographer Greg Lasley has been taking pictures of wildlife for thirty years, and although he has photographed some of the most exotic creatures and remote places on earth, in Greg Lasley's Texas Wildlife Portraits he gives homage to his favorite place for photography: his home state. With more than a hundred stunning color photographs, this book reflects Lasley's penchant for the state's insect life, especially dragonflies, as well as his long affection for Texas birds. In addition, many hours of patient waiting or the happenstance of a chance encounter have yielded fine images of Texas mammals and reptiles in their habitats.

Veteran Texas naturalists John and Gloria Tveten open the text with an introduction to the man behind the camera. From there, photographer's comments and insightful photo captions help vividly re-create the moment each image was shot--what the animal was doing, what the photographer was thinking. ... Read more

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Greg Laslely's Texas Wildlife Portraits (Loius Lindsey Merrick Natural Environment)
Greg Laslely's Texas Wildlife Portraits (Loius Lindsey Merrick Natural Environment) is a beautiful and interesting book with fabulous photographs by a man who is master photographer and an amazing naturalist. The book is beautifully laid out with stunning images on each page. There is a section of Photographer's comments about his interest in nature which started when he was a child, and his photography which started as a way of documenting rare animals or interesting aspects of them. All of the images have a comment by Greg which tells about his experience when taking the picture, and about the animal(s), which to me is one of the most fascinating aspects of the book. The fact that I have been on birding trips where Greg was one of the leaders, adds to my appreciation of him. He was always helpful, especially to those of us who were new to the sport, or in unfamiliar territory. Like many birders he was clearly more interested in sharing information than in being an "expert", and went out of his way to show me birds that I had missed. I have purchased a number of copies of this book to give as gifts.

Give yourself a gift and get this book. Even people not heavily into nature will enjoy it. ... Read more

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This is a study of the specific techniques needed for photographing wildlife, showing how a basic understanding of wildlife must be combined with photographic knowledge. From common birds and insects to reptiles and larger game animals, the author discusses relevant equipment, exposure and composition techniques. The photographs contained in the book were taken in national parks, gardens and local zoos. Patricia Caulfield is also the author of "Capturing the Landscape with your Camera". ... Read more

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Featuring images of the natural world from Australia, Canada and Antarctica, this text is a how-to guide by a widely-published amateur nature photographer, packed with lots of ideas and practical information for photography enthusiasts. ... Read more

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Don't expect to learn very much...
While Lucock's beautifully illustrated book clearly marks him as a good naturalist and an excellent photographer the book falls far short of offering any real instruction (save flash photography) on the matter of nature photography technique. The book reads more as Lucock's personal log on trips to Turkey, Grand Canyon, etc.The book serves more as a cursory study on the natural history of his subjects rather than as a serious photographic instructional book.Too bad because his photos are spectacular and if only he had shared his "thinking" behind the shots the book would have been much more enjoyable.

Lucock clearly is a master at close up photogaphy, making the photos themselves, worthy of buying the book.Do not expect to learn a lot though. ... Read more

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At the zoo, on hikes, or in one's own backyard, there are many opportunities for amateur photographers to capture wildlife in all its splendor. Included in this guide is information on getting great one-of-a-kind shots, close-up photography, finding rare species to photograph, taking shots at night, and more. 140 color photos. ... Read more

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This booklet displays Gerlad Hoberman's photographs taken whilst crossing the vast African plains where he met some of its most bounteous wildlife. His adventures brought him face to face with the fearsome lion, the mighty elephant, the ferocious Cape buffalo, the white rhino and the leopard. ... Read more

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Brilliant photography
Highly recommended.The photography in this book is outstanding.The photo print is of superior quality and the best I have seen ever published.All books by Gerald & Marc Hoberman are brilliant and you will not be disappointed.
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From one of the world’s greatest nature photographers, this stunning 272 page photographic journal leads the reader through the magnificent, awe-inspiring land of southern Africa.RonnMaratea’s, superb photographs are organized by chapters like "The Royal Family of the Bushveld” , “Voices of the Night” and “The Grey Ghosts of Africa”.Writer Pamela Barcita skillfully blends her research with African folklore and tribal legends producing a text that both entertains and enlightens.The result is a beautiful and timeless book which emphasizes the intricate diversity of southern Africa, and underscores the delicate interdependence of all life forms. ... Read more

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An award-winning author-photographer gives detailed instruction for other would-be safari photographers and treats readers to his own 14-day safari journal. He reveals how to get the best photos of birds, reptiles, large animals, people and scenery when visiting Kenya on safari. 150 color photos. ... Read more

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Excellently meets the objective
I am about to leave for Africa, so I needed some preparation. McDonald's book exactly served my needs. It is helpful, with both technical advice and inspiring photographs. He makes you believe that you will be successful. I later found referrals to this book in the nature photography usenet group; so it seems that others find the book helpful as well. Small enough to take along. Packing lists too. ... Read more

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North American Wildlife is a detailed look at the continent's most amazing creatures, from the vast herds of caribou that roam the Arctic tundra to the marine mammals along the New England Coast. ... Read more

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excellent
My son is 14 years old and loves to read about the wilderness and he is really enjoying this book. He also takes it to school to share with others.

Simply gorgeous
For an oversized visual approach packing in color photo close-ups of North American wildlife, David Jones' title can't be beat: it pairs delightful full-page color photos with natural history, descriptions of research studies and findings, and protection routines, creating a catalog of wildlife which draws readers in with fine color and completes the education task with plenty of facts. As suitable for high school holdings as for public libraries, NORTH AMERICAN WILDLIFE is simply gorgeous.

Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch

Great read for a lazy Sunday afternoon...
This would be the kind of book you will want to read when you don't want to think too much about what you are reading. You just breeze through the pages admiring the photography and the occasional useful insight into the animal kingdom...and, believe me, there are a lot of pages. This is a big book and definitely an excellent read for anyone fascinated by nature and wildlife.

Fantastic
This is an amazing book. I could sit for hours and stare at the wonderful photography. It is a visual masterpiece!

Fantastic book!
This is a fantastic book on nature in North America.The pictures are large and glossy, and the pages are thick.Somehow they cover every animal in North America with a large picture, and some writing.It is writtensmoothly, however, and isn't like a catalogue.The information provided isnot too much, nor too little.Just the perfect information.It is a largebook.14 inches in length, and 12 inches in width.So the pictures arehuge, as is the text.A must have for nature lovers. ... Read more

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