100 FLYING BIRDS

100 Flying Birds: Photographing the Mechanics of Flight is a captivating collection of bird photographs by Peter Cavanagh, showcasing the beauty and diversity of bird flight and offering insights into the techniques used to capture these awe-inspiring moments.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 25 October 2021
Publisher: CHRIS LLOYD

100 Flying Birds: Photographing the Mechanics of Flight is a captivating and diverse exploration into the realm of birds. From a white-tailed eagle soaring through the Japanese sky to a brown pelican casting a striking silhouette against an Ecuadorian sunset, an Atlantic puffin carrying its fish dinner above the Scottish coast, or a keel-billed toucan gliding through a Costa Rican jungle canopy, readers are treated to a mesmerizing display of bird beauty in flight. Accompanied by the insightful thoughts of author and photographer Peter Cavanagh, who shares the challenges, beauty, and curiosities of each shoot, this book offers a profound understanding of the techniques required to capture these awe-inspiring moments from a world-class nature photographer.

For each photograph, Cavanagh delves into his evocative reflections, encompassing the intricacies of the shoot, the awe-inspiring backdrop, and the unique characteristics of the species. Whether you are a passionate bird watcher, an avid traveler, or a budding photographer, this book caters to your interests with its captivating bird photographs and informative facts. One surprising revelation is that a slow shutter speed can actually freeze the motion of hummingbird wings, showcasing the photographer's expertise and creativity.

Peter Cavanagh has compiled a stunning collection of 100 breathtaking photos, showcasing a wide range of bird species. Organized into 11 chapters, each chapter focuses on a specific group of birds, including eagles, hummingbirds, gulls and terns, small waterbirds, large waterbirds, ducks, geese, and swans, raptors, condors and corvids, cranes, songbirds, and favorites.

This comprehensive guide provides a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for anyone who desires to capture the magic of birds in flight. With its captivating images, insightful anecdotes, and technical details, 100 Flying Birds: Photographing the Mechanics of Flight is a must-have for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone who appreciates the beauty and wonder of the natural world.

Weight: 1694g
Dimension: 263 x 262 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780228103332