Rosamund Kidman Cox Knihy

How wildlife photography became art.<br /><br />The ultimate book of wildlife photography, with 200 award-winning images from the BBC competition.<br /><br />Fifty years ago, the BBC originated a now-famous competition open to professional and amateur photographers. It was a pioneering display of "photographic hunting" and shaped how we now see the natural world.<br /><br />With time, better access to wildlife, and improved equipment (especially underwater), the world's best photographers continued to make astounding pictures. They captured moments of speed, flight, aggression and repose in ways that brought the deserts, African plains, and tropical and polar regions into our homes.<br /><br />This book showcases the work of 50 years and hundreds of award winners. The exhibition, based at London's Natural History Museum, travels the world and features the work of: Frans Lanting Jim Brandenburg David Doubilet Art Wolfe Tom Mangelson Brian Skerry Paul Nicklen Anup Shah and many others.<br /><br />The 200 photos, in brilliant color, are grouped around subjects related to the competition, from aerial shots to close-ups, underwater masterpieces, nocturnal shots, panoramas and many more wildlife stories. All are thrilling.<br /><br />The photographic competition is owned by the BBC -- famous for popular TV shows about the Earth's wildlife and wild places -- and the Natural History Museum of London.

This powerful collection features the 100 winning images from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2017 competition. They represent the skill and talent of photographers from around the planet and the many different ways of portraying the beauty, drama and diversity of the natural world. The photographs were chosen by an international jury for their artistic merit and originality, mindful of the high ethical standards that the competition champions. The final 100, representing 22 nationalities, were selected from more than 42,000 entries from 96 countries. The book includes images of unforgettable behaviour, wild and dramatic landscapes and thought-provoking reportage. This memorable book also tells the often memorable stories behind the pictures and serves as a reminder of the truly glorious nature of life on Earth.

A powerful collection of nature photography features all the winning pictures from the prestigious 50th competition For 50 years, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has championed honest and ethical wildlife photography, while pushing the boundaries of artistic freedom, technical skill, and narrative excellence. The collection represents the work of many international photographers, both professionals and amateurs. The photographs are chosen by an international jury for their artistic merit and originality, from categories that together represent a diversity of natural subjects. The range of styles is also diverse, as is the genre of photography, whether action, macro, underwater, landscape, or environmental reportage. Together this outstanding collection is a reminder of the splendor, drama, and variety of life on Earth. Each stunning photograph is accompanied by an extended caption and there is an introduction by one of the world's most respected nature photographers.

The 17th portfolio from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition showcases a stunning collection of 90-100 wildlife photographs from top global photographers. Selected from over 18,000 entries, this book features captivating images of animal behavior, landscapes, and underwater scenes, each with informative captions.

More than 120 stunning images from the 2009 Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition are gathered in this astounding compilation. The winning and commended photographs, each selected by an international panel of expert judges, are all included, and together these images cover a wide range of subjects and a diverse portfolio of styles. The photos include nature abstracts, depictions of animal behavior, and environmental reportage, and each image celebrates the splendor, drama, and variety of life on earth. The photographs are also accompanied by memorable captions that tell the story of how and why each shot was taken.

Ten breathtaking portfolios from ten of the world's greatest living photographers of nature. The groundbreaking images have inspired a generation of photographers and transformed nature photography into an art form. This beautiful book will captivate art enthusiasts, photographers and all those with a passion for nature.

Featuring a stunning collection of underwater photography, this book showcases the most memorable images from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition over the past 50 years. Each carefully selected photograph reveals an unseen world filled with fascinating and exotic creatures. Accompanying stories from the photographers provide personal insights into the significance of their work and the challenges of capturing these breathtaking moments. The portfolio highlights the vibrant diversity of marine life, rivaling the beauty found on land.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year Portfolio 18 is undoubtedly the most outstanding new collection of nature photographs available. The book showcases more than 120 stunning images from the 2008 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition - the most prestigious event of its kind. All the winning and commended photographs are here, selected by an international panel of expert judges and beautifully reproduced in this portfolio.Choosing the winning entries from an incredible 35,000 entries submitted by photographers around the world is not easy. Each year the new collection is eagerly awaited by nature lovers and photography buffs alike - and each year they are not disappointed, as the quality of the images and the ingenuity of photographers reach new heights of excellence.The range of subjects and styles is diverse - from abstract nature images to animal behaviour and portraits to environmental reportage. Together they celebrate the splendour, drama and variety of life on Earth. Each photograph is accompanied by a memorable caption that tells the story of how and why the shot was taken.Being placed in this competition is something that wildlife photographers the world over aspire to. To succeed, they need a mixture of vision, technical ability, knowledge of nature - and luck. All these elements are here in abundance in these inspirational photographs that bring the breathtaking beauty of the natural world to your coffee table.

The most memorable pictures from the world&#39;s most prestigious wildlife photography competition. Available for the first time in paperback.

After thirty years abroad, Jonathan Cox, a Cornishman and former journalist, returns to Cornwall to study at Falmouth University, accompanied by his Swiss wife, Marlis.