See the world from a totally new viewpoint with this comprehensive guide to close-up and macro photography. From guidance on choosing cameras, lenses and accessories, to advice on lighting, exposure, shutter speed, composition and post-production techniques, this book provides everything you need to create stunning images of insects, reptiles and wildflowers, as well as the inspiration to look at ordinary objects from an entirely new angle. You don't need to invest in expensive kit to start taking impressive close-up images or travel far to find interesting subjects. Move in closer on the world around you and the possibilities are virtually endless.
Ross Hoddinott is one of the UK's leading natural history and landscape photographers. The author of five photography books and a regular contributor to a number of magazines, including Outdoor Photography, Ross has been working as a full-time professional since 1997.