Author : Robert Michael Pyle
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 28,50 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780395616291
This essential handbook covers where to find butterflies; how to observe and photograph them; their behavior, biology, ecology, and life histories; butterfly gardening; butterfly rearing; identification; and conservation.
Author : William Folsom
Publisher : Amherst Media, Inc
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 19,9 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Butterflies
ISBN : 9781584280194
Suitable for both the beginner and the more advanced photographer, this comprehensive guide not only shows the reader how to take breathtaking images of butterflies but also provides much information on their feeding and mating habits. Illustrated with 100 colour and B & W photos.
Author : Paul A. Opler
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 35,57 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Butterflies
ISBN : 9781607102762
The ultimate reference guide to all species of butterflies in North America. Get to know these delicately serene creatures inThe Complete Book of North American Butterflies, a fascinating book filled with stunning full-color photographs and interesting facts. * Includes an entire chapter devoted to the resilient migrating Monarch. With its vibrant orange and black markings, it is possibly the most recognizable of all butterflies. * Explores the phenomenon of mimicry, a survival mechanism butterflies use to trick predators into thinking they are inedible--or perhaps an entirely different organism all together! * Migration is essential to the survival of butterflies. Learn about migration patterns, how butterflies source food and distribution of different species throughout the U.S. * Includes information on average life cycles (anywhere from 4 days to nearly one year) and the largest of all U.S. species (the Giant Swallowtail--its wingspan can be four to six inches). * Comprehensive guide features some of the most easily recognized butterflies from coast to coast. * Filled with full-color photographs showing butterflies in extraordinary detail.
Author : Ferrell McCollough
Publisher : Lark Books
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 48,82 MB
Release : 2008
Category : High dynamic range imaging
ISBN : 1600591965
It s the latest and hottest technique, made possible only through digital. High Dynamic Range photography is the process of taking several pictures of a scene at various exposures, then merging them into one file. So the entire photo can look crisp and detailed, from highlights to midtones to shadowsand photographers needn t sacrifice any part of their image. And the best way to master this exciting technology is with this thorough, easy-to-follow, and visually spectacular guide. No other title does justice to these cutting-edge techniques, which actually take the viewer into worlds far beyond normal photographysometimes even beyond normal human perception. Ferrell McCollough, a widely respected photographer, pushes the boundaries and inspires others to pursue their artistic vision, too. The amazing results simply can t be achieved any other way. "
Author : Xerces Society
Publisher :
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 34,58 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Gardening
ISBN :
This new edition of Sierra Club's classic handbook series describes how to attract butterflies and other beneficial and beautiful insects to your garden. The book covers plants that attract butterflies, butterfly food plans, seed and plant sources, gardening and conservation organizations, and a bibliography of books and periodicals about butterflies. 130 color photos.
Author : Robert Michael Pyle
Publisher : Knopf
Page : 934 pages
File Size : 33,24 MB
Release : 1981-07-12
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN :
Describes the butterflies of North America and includes scientific names, physical description, related species, life cycle and habitat.
Author : Robert Michael Pyle
Publisher : Scribner Book Company
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 32,6 MB
Release : 1984
Category : Nature
ISBN :
Author : Monte Zucker
Publisher : Amherst Media
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 19,3 MB
Release : 2007-09-01
Category : Photography
ISBN : 1584285710
Master of portraiture Monte Zucker presents page after page of essential photographic lessons to enable photographers to achieve and exceed their financial and artistic goals. Providing instructions on how to conduct a well-crafted client consultation, readers will learn which angles of the face to photograph, how to pose the body, where to place the camera, and the proper positioning of lighting equipment in order to cultivate an emotional connection with clients to produce an ideal image. Chapters with expert advice on digital imaging cleanup and finishing techniques, clothing and makeup selection, and location and studio backdrop options to reinforce portrait concepts are also included.
Author : Kjell Sandved
Publisher : Bulfinch
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 14,54 MB
Release : 2004-05-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780821228937
Butterfly enthusiasts will delight in the 200 vivid images from across the globe, accompanied by informative and engaging text from preeminent writers in the field.
Author : Sally Roth
Publisher : Rodale
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 19,19 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780875968612
Explains how to attract butterflies and hummingbirds to the backyard garden by creating an ideal habitat and provides a field guide to the sixteen hummingbird species and seventy-five common butterfly species that make North America their home.
