How To Photograph The Canadian Rockies [Paperback]

Darwin Wiggett (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1551536412 | ISBN-13: 978-1551536415 | Publication Date: April 30, 2005

Award-winning photographer Darwin Wiggett shares his wealth of knowledge and his love for the Canadian Rockies in this comprehensive guidebook. Crammed with photos and tips - from film, lenses and filters to locations, seasons and lighting conditions, this guide is a "must-have" companion for everyone who wants to capture the beauty of this area through the lens of a camera. Ideal for the skilled photographer and the beginner enthusiast alike.

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Award-winning photographer Darwin Wiggett shares his wealth of knowledge and his love for the Canadian Rockies in this comprehensive guidebook. Crammed with photos and tips - from film, lenses and filters to locations, seasons and lighting conditions, this guide is a "must-have" companion for everyone who wants to capture the beauty of this area through the lens of a camera. Ideal for the skilled photographer and the beginner enthusiast alike.

About the Author

Darwin Wiggett is a full time photographer whose specialties are Canadian landscapes, kids, animals and outdoor recreation. His work has appeared in hundreds of publications including Outside, Nature's Best, Geo, National Geographic Traveler, Outdoor Photographer, and Photo Life. Darwin's work is marketed and sold around the world through various stock photo agencies. He is well known for his instructional articles on photography publishing both in print and in online magazines. His past experience as a university biology instructor serves him well in teaching the sometimes arcane details of nature and outdoor photography. He and his wife, Anita Dammer, own and operate Natural Moments Photography.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books (April 30, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1551536412
• ISBN-13: 978-1551536415
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 3.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,945,151 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great travel guide too...., June 8, 2005

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Aidan Finn "joeblow2k" (Bunclody, Co. Wexford Ireland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: How To Photograph The Canadian Rockies (Paperback)

I purchased this book while on a road trip in Western Canada last month. It's (a) a great guide on what to see in the Rockies, (b) a great guide on when to go there if you want the best phtoos and (c) a good photgraphy guide if you are an amatuer like myself.

An eaxample if of a comment of a view point on the 1A south to Banff. The author comments that he doesn't like the viewpoint himself but he sees a lot of other photographers there. There is a lot of wildlife there. Sure enough, when we drive up, there is a bull elk will a full set of antlers wandering about and grazing on the rest stop itself.

Recommended for anyone who wants to take the best photos of the Rockies. I also recommend his collection book - Dances with Light. It's a good souvener of your trip. It's probably worht getting too if you want to plan your trip.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An outstanding photography guide book, July 25, 2005

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Martin W. Quinn - See all my reviews
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This review is from: How To Photograph The Canadian Rockies (Paperback)

I purchased "How to Photograph the Canadian Rockies," prior to visiting them with my family. As this was more of a family vacation I didn't have the time to scout out the best locations and this book provided all the information I needed and then some. Not only does it give the best locations but what time of day, what season and even which way to face for the best possible photographs. The pictures in the book are beautiful images that show you the magic of the location but also serve as inspiration to all photographers. The book is nicely organized by location to quickly find the information you need. The author shares with you some of his "Secret Spots", locations that only local knowledge would give you. As an added bonus it also provides tips valuable to both beginner and advanced photographers alike. I would recommend this book not only for photographers but for anyone who wants to see the true beauty of the Canadian Rockies.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wish I had this BEFORE I went :(, August 1, 2009

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Martin Marchyshyn "mjm-photo" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: How To Photograph The Canadian Rockies (Paperback)

I found this book, and bought it directly from Darwin (still available through his web site for a LOT less than the resellers here) after returning from 2 weeks in Banff and Jasper last summer.
I wish I had this book before I went - I would not have wasted my time in some locations that were mediocre at best, and spent more time (at the right time of day) at locations that were much better, and explored them more thoroughly.
I even bought a copy of this for my daughter, who lives in Alberta, to help her make the most of her photographic excursions into the Canadian Rockies.
Excellent book - I heartily recommend it. But don't make my mistake - get a copy BEFORE you go!!! Mine is packed and ready for my next trip up there (maybe next fall).
BYW, Darwin Wiggett's Cdn Rockies photo book, Dances with Light, will show you what I missed, and what you have to look forward to. It, too, is excellent.