Light on the Landscape
Photographs and Lessons from a Life in Photography
Published on 16. June 2020
Book
Paperback/Softback
208 pages
978-1-68198-574-9 (ISBN)
Description
See the images and read the stories behind the creative process of one of America's most respected landscape photographers, William Neill.
For more than two decades, William Neill has been offering his thoughts and insights about photography and the beauty of nature in essays that cover the techniques, business, and spirit of his photographic life. Curated and collected here for the first time, these essays are both pragmatic and profound, offering readers an intimate look behind the scenes at Neill's creative process behind individual photographs as well as a discussion of the larger and more foundational topics that are key to his philosophy and approach to work.
Drawing from the tradition of behind-the-scenes books like Ansel Adams' Examples: The Making of 40 Photographs and Galen Rowell's Mountain Light: In Search of the Dynamic Landscape, Light on the Landscape covers in detail the core photographic fundamentals such as light, composition, camera angle, and exposure choices, but it also deftly considers those subjects that are less frequently examined: portfolio development, marketing, printmaking, nature stewardship, inspiration, preparation, self-improvement, and more. The result is a profound and wide-ranging exploration of that magical convergence of light, land, and camera.
Filled with beautiful and inspiring photographs, Light on the Landscape is also full of the kind of wisdom that only comes from a deeply thoughtful photographer who has spent a lifetime communicating with a camera. Incorporating the lessons within the book, you too can learn to achieve not only technically excellent and beautiful images, but photographs that truly rise above your best and reveal your deeply personal and creative perspective--your vision, your voice.
For more than two decades, William Neill has been offering his thoughts and insights about photography and the beauty of nature in essays that cover the techniques, business, and spirit of his photographic life. Curated and collected here for the first time, these essays are both pragmatic and profound, offering readers an intimate look behind the scenes at Neill's creative process behind individual photographs as well as a discussion of the larger and more foundational topics that are key to his philosophy and approach to work.
Drawing from the tradition of behind-the-scenes books like Ansel Adams' Examples: The Making of 40 Photographs and Galen Rowell's Mountain Light: In Search of the Dynamic Landscape, Light on the Landscape covers in detail the core photographic fundamentals such as light, composition, camera angle, and exposure choices, but it also deftly considers those subjects that are less frequently examined: portfolio development, marketing, printmaking, nature stewardship, inspiration, preparation, self-improvement, and more. The result is a profound and wide-ranging exploration of that magical convergence of light, land, and camera.
Filled with beautiful and inspiring photographs, Light on the Landscape is also full of the kind of wisdom that only comes from a deeply thoughtful photographer who has spent a lifetime communicating with a camera. Incorporating the lessons within the book, you too can learn to achieve not only technically excellent and beautiful images, but photographs that truly rise above your best and reveal your deeply personal and creative perspective--your vision, your voice.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Santa Barbara
United States
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Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 258 mm
Width: 247 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
1190 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-68198-574-9 (9781681985749)
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Person
William Neill is a landscape photographer who conveys the deep, spiritual beauty he sees and feels in nature. His photography has been widely published in books, magazines, and posters. His limited-edition prints have been collected and exhibited in museums and galleries nationally, including the Museum of Fine Art Boston, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, The Vernon Collection, and The Polaroid Collection. Assignments and published credits include National Geographic, Smithsonian, Natural History, National Wildlife, Conde Nast Traveler, Gentlemen's Quarterly, Travel and Leisure, Wilderness, Sunset, Sierra, and Outside magazines. Since 1997, he has been a regular columnist for Outdoor Photographer magazine. His work has been published in numerous books, including 2017's William Neill-Photographer, A Retrospective, a collection of photographs taken over the past forty years. He has been a resident of the Yosemite National Park area since 1977.
Content
Preface
Landscapes for My Spirit: Why I Photograph
Landscape Essentials: My Top Reasons for Photographic Success
Landscape Lighting Basics: Where is the Light?
Light on the Landscape: Become a Student of Light
The Intimate Landscape: Finding My Personal Vision
Ride the Light!: It's All about the Light, and Designing for It
Interpretation and Refinement: Releasing the Shutter is Only the Beginning
Pushing Boundaries: High-Key Experiments
Focused: Find Your Passion, Develop Depth, Edit Tightly
Practice and Work: An Editorial Assignment Led to Personal Expression
On the Horizon: Considering Where to Place the Horizon Line
Creation: Portraying our Evolving Planet
Seeking Images: Seeing Beyond the Icons
The Edge of Light: Use Contrast to Create Striking, Graphic Images
Whispers in the Fog: A Mantra for Making Clean, Clear Photographs
Becoming Creative: Find Your Unique Perspective
Environmental Conservation: Make a Difference with Your Photographs
Immersion Course: Commit to Exploring Your Favorite Locations in Depth
Water, Water Everywhere: Persistence is a Key Element of the Creative Process
Desert Elements: Earth's Bare Bones Revealed
Field of Possibilities: Solving Focus Problems in the Field
Focus Your Fall Portfolio: Work with a Theme to Create a Unique Collection of Images
What the Road Passes By: There's More to a Landscape than an Iconic Vantage Point
Using the Frame: See the Photograph as a Whole
Aspen Variations: Allow Your Interpretation to Grow and Evolve
My Vacation: Balancing Family Time and Making Art
A Sense of Scale: Size Relationships Tell a Story
Versatility: Reach Out to Explore
Winter's Grace: The Hushed Solitude of Photography in Snow
Impressions of Light: Create Artistic Blurs In-Camera
Meditations in Black and White: Open Yourself Up to New Avenues of Creativity
The Magic Element: Emotion: Let Your Heart Show the Way
Simplicity Is the Key: Keys to Clean Design
Getting Out of a Rut: Break Away from Your Usual Subject Matter
Best of the Year: Review Your Images to Find New
Directions to Explore
Last Light: Revisiting the Key Themes in Your Photography
Morning Light: When You Have Your Camera with You, Good Luck Tends to Happen
The Intimate Detail: Making an Image of Magic and Mystery
Macro Magic: Find Nature's Secrets in the World of the Very Small
Going with the Flow: Work Your Subject for the Perfect Photograph
Separation of Tones: Create Separation of Tones to Coax Nuances Out of Your Images
On the Way Home: Always on the Lookout
Spring in the Canyon: Always Try to Improve
Photographs for the Spirit: Making Images for Healing Environments
A Short Walk in a New England Wood: Notice the World Around You
Improving Your Portfolio: Build Depth Around Focused Themes to Create a Broad Body of Work
Antarctic Dreams: Moving Out of My Comfort Zone
Need to Know: Avoid Tech Overload-Be In the Moment
Variations on a Theme: Sometimes Your First Inclination Isn't the Only Possibility
Processing Magic: Long-Term Artistic Goals
Winter Etchings: Tune Into the Graphic, Elegant Starkness of the Season
The Space Between: Watch All the Elements in Your Frame
Aspects of the Landscape: Explore New Aspect Ratios
Whispers and Shouts: What Do You Want Your Images to Say?
Of Abstract Nature: Find Creative Inspiration by Focusing on Details
Dealing with Depth: Creating Images with Extended Depth of Field and Sharpness
Patience and Persistence: Getting a Photo "Right" Takes Time
A Dance on the Beach: Focus on the Fundamentals
Celebrating Wilderness Photographer
Philip Hyde: Acknowledging Our Roots
Stories: Write about Your Photography to Become a More Powerful Storyteller
Technical Notes
Photograph Information
Landscapes for My Spirit: Why I Photograph
Landscape Essentials: My Top Reasons for Photographic Success
Landscape Lighting Basics: Where is the Light?
Light on the Landscape: Become a Student of Light
The Intimate Landscape: Finding My Personal Vision
Ride the Light!: It's All about the Light, and Designing for It
Interpretation and Refinement: Releasing the Shutter is Only the Beginning
Pushing Boundaries: High-Key Experiments
Focused: Find Your Passion, Develop Depth, Edit Tightly
Practice and Work: An Editorial Assignment Led to Personal Expression
On the Horizon: Considering Where to Place the Horizon Line
Creation: Portraying our Evolving Planet
Seeking Images: Seeing Beyond the Icons
The Edge of Light: Use Contrast to Create Striking, Graphic Images
Whispers in the Fog: A Mantra for Making Clean, Clear Photographs
Becoming Creative: Find Your Unique Perspective
Environmental Conservation: Make a Difference with Your Photographs
Immersion Course: Commit to Exploring Your Favorite Locations in Depth
Water, Water Everywhere: Persistence is a Key Element of the Creative Process
Desert Elements: Earth's Bare Bones Revealed
Field of Possibilities: Solving Focus Problems in the Field
Focus Your Fall Portfolio: Work with a Theme to Create a Unique Collection of Images
What the Road Passes By: There's More to a Landscape than an Iconic Vantage Point
Using the Frame: See the Photograph as a Whole
Aspen Variations: Allow Your Interpretation to Grow and Evolve
My Vacation: Balancing Family Time and Making Art
A Sense of Scale: Size Relationships Tell a Story
Versatility: Reach Out to Explore
Winter's Grace: The Hushed Solitude of Photography in Snow
Impressions of Light: Create Artistic Blurs In-Camera
Meditations in Black and White: Open Yourself Up to New Avenues of Creativity
The Magic Element: Emotion: Let Your Heart Show the Way
Simplicity Is the Key: Keys to Clean Design
Getting Out of a Rut: Break Away from Your Usual Subject Matter
Best of the Year: Review Your Images to Find New
Directions to Explore
Last Light: Revisiting the Key Themes in Your Photography
Morning Light: When You Have Your Camera with You, Good Luck Tends to Happen
The Intimate Detail: Making an Image of Magic and Mystery
Macro Magic: Find Nature's Secrets in the World of the Very Small
Going with the Flow: Work Your Subject for the Perfect Photograph
Separation of Tones: Create Separation of Tones to Coax Nuances Out of Your Images
On the Way Home: Always on the Lookout
Spring in the Canyon: Always Try to Improve
Photographs for the Spirit: Making Images for Healing Environments
A Short Walk in a New England Wood: Notice the World Around You
Improving Your Portfolio: Build Depth Around Focused Themes to Create a Broad Body of Work
Antarctic Dreams: Moving Out of My Comfort Zone
Need to Know: Avoid Tech Overload-Be In the Moment
Variations on a Theme: Sometimes Your First Inclination Isn't the Only Possibility
Processing Magic: Long-Term Artistic Goals
Winter Etchings: Tune Into the Graphic, Elegant Starkness of the Season
The Space Between: Watch All the Elements in Your Frame
Aspects of the Landscape: Explore New Aspect Ratios
Whispers and Shouts: What Do You Want Your Images to Say?
Of Abstract Nature: Find Creative Inspiration by Focusing on Details
Dealing with Depth: Creating Images with Extended Depth of Field and Sharpness
Patience and Persistence: Getting a Photo "Right" Takes Time
A Dance on the Beach: Focus on the Fundamentals
Celebrating Wilderness Photographer
Philip Hyde: Acknowledging Our Roots
Stories: Write about Your Photography to Become a More Powerful Storyteller
Technical Notes
Photograph Information