Ebook: Butterfly photographer's handbook: a comprehensive reference for nature photographers

An in-depth look at butterflies and how to best capture them on film, this fascinating handbook is equal parts field guide and photography handbook. A complete overview of the winged creatures' ecological system is provided, which details everything from species identification and the habits and habitats of North American butterflies to differentiating moths from butterflies and learning where and when it is best to find these beautiful insects. Armed with a solid understanding of butterfly biology, photographers can then comfortably explore the technological aspects of nature photography. Com.;Cover; Table of Contents; Acknowledgments; Preface; Technical notes; PART ONE Butterflies; 1. The Butterfly; 2. Butterfly Families; 3. Where to Photograph Butterflies; 4. When to Photograph Butterflies; 5. How to Approach Butterflies; PART TWO Photographing Butterflies; 6. Digital Cameras and Lenses; 7. Lighting and Exposure; 8. Composition; 9. Getting the Shot; 10. After the Shoot; Conclusions; Future Trends; Environmental Awareness; Appendix; Glossary; Index; Back Cover.