Detailed directions to the best photo opportunities in the region, by an experienced, world-class freelance photographer.
The Blue Ridge Parkway, America’s most popular scenic roadway and national park, offers 469 miles of spectacular views, wildflowers, forests, waterfalls, and more. Appalachian photographer and writer Jim Hargan guides you to its best spots, with details on where to find your favorite photo subjects, as well as a wealth of information about when to shoot, how to create the best compositions—even where to park. 96 color photographsBook Description
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Jim Hargan is a world traveler whose writing and photographs have appeared in the New York Times, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and Field & Stream, among many others. He the author of the Explorer's Guides The Blue Ridge & Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, The Photographer’s Guide to the Blue Ridge Parkway, and The Photographer’s Guide to the Great Smoky Mountains. He lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina.
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This book ranks as one of the most disappointing photography guides I have ever reviewed. The photography advice is minimal, often misleading, and in many cases wrong. The author seems uncomfortable with digital photography, and implies that zoom lenses are inadequate - in fact today's zoom lenses are of very high quality and used by many, if not most, professionals. Hargan advocates the use of TIFF files, rather than JPEGs, and doesn't even mention RAW files, which are by far the best option for in-camera use. He also suggests that polarizing filters should always be used on cloudy days - another incorrect piece of advice. The author refers to modern (and highly accurate) camera metering systems as "complex gizmos" and "nonsense", and advocates spot metering "green grass in full sunshine" - what do you do at sunrise or sunset or on a cloudy day?
The photographs that are included in the book seem to have been added as an afterthought, and simply don't do justice to the magnificent Blue Ridge Parkway. Most of the images are snapshots, taken in harsh, bright sunshine in the middle of the day - the worst possible lighting for expressive landscape photography. Most of the photographs have overexposed highlights, washed out colors, and blocked shadows.
My advice - invest an extra $5 and purchase Nye Simmons' "Best of the Blue Ridge Parkway - The Ultimate Guide to the Parkway's Best Attractions" instead. This excellent book has twice as many pages (185 vs. 96), much more comprehensive photography advice, plus many more - and far better - photographs, taken in beautiful, expressive, lighting conditions.
The photographs that are included in the book seem to have been added as an afterthought, and simply don't do justice to the magnificent Blue Ridge Parkway. Most of the images are snapshots, taken in harsh, bright sunshine in the middle of the day - the worst possible lighting for expressive landscape photography. Most of the photographs have overexposed highlights, washed out colors, and blocked shadows.
My advice - invest an extra $5 and purchase Nye Simmons' "Best of the Blue Ridge Parkway - The Ultimate Guide to the Parkway's Best Attractions" instead. This excellent book has twice as many pages (185 vs. 96), much more comprehensive photography advice, plus many more - and far better - photographs, taken in beautiful, expressive, lighting conditions.
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The Photographer's Guide to the Blue Ridge Parkway
Jim Hargan / Countryman Press, 2010
Freelance photographer Jim Hargan has a gift for telling stories through his camera's lens. With his new book, The Photographer's Guide to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Hargan shares his secrets for framing and capturing compelling stories in your own viewfinder, using the Blue Ridge Parkway as source material. Technical details for novice photographers are minimal here, so this guide is probably best enjoyed by those with at least some experience behind the lens. Still, the author's expertise is incredibly valuable. Hargan reveals the most visually rewarding elements of each location profiled, how best to arrange them for the most engaging photographs, and his book brings to light the many scenic delights that our region can offer anyone with a camera and a free weekend.
Jim Hargan / Countryman Press, 2010
Freelance photographer Jim Hargan has a gift for telling stories through his camera's lens. With his new book, The Photographer's Guide to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Hargan shares his secrets for framing and capturing compelling stories in your own viewfinder, using the Blue Ridge Parkway as source material. Technical details for novice photographers are minimal here, so this guide is probably best enjoyed by those with at least some experience behind the lens. Still, the author's expertise is incredibly valuable. Hargan reveals the most visually rewarding elements of each location profiled, how best to arrange them for the most engaging photographs, and his book brings to light the many scenic delights that our region can offer anyone with a camera and a free weekend.
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This is definitely included in the planning of my next long car camping trip; gives considerable information of what and where to look for sights along the way. A great way to plan a trip from home.
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