Charlie Waite Knihy

THE (Figure)

In almost 150 images Waite illuminates a new way of looking at the landscape in Britain while Nicolson provides perceptive essay on the different ways in which we respond and attempt to understand the landscape.

Now in its eighth year, the Landscape Photographer of the Year Award was devised by Charlie Waite, one of Britain's foremost landscape photographers and created in association with AA Publishing. Landscape Photographer of the Year: Collection 8 features all of the winning and commended images... číst celé

This text follows David and Judy Steel on a tour of the Scottish Borders, since 1965 the location of their home and Steel's consituency. It features the rivers, woodland and hills of this region, which has for centuries been of strategic importance, to rievers and kings alike, with bloody feuds and battles. The Borders region has also provided a cultural legacy for Scotland, and the authors' journey includes such places as Floors Castle and Traquair House. The book also describes the local landmarks and landscapes which have inspired writers such as William Wordsworth, Sir Walter Scott and John Buchan. Local legends and ancient customs are also included, as are the agricultural traditions and industrial heritage of the area.

A guide aimed at amateur photographers who have mastered the basics and are looking for inspiration on creative matters. After more than 20 years as a professional landscape photographer, Waite shares his creative experience as well as many tips and technical details.

Italian landscapes as seen through the eyes of the photographer whose previous books include "The National Trust Book of Long Walks", "Long Walks in France", "Landscape in France" and "Landscape in Britain".

Featuring the best images from a hugely popular series that has sold more than 90,000 copies, this celebratory special edition will grace any coffee table. Supported by VisitBritain and Network Rail, the Landscape Photographer of the Year competition was launched Charlie Waite, one of today's best-known landscape photographers, in 2006. The Special Edition looks back at the panels of respected judges, all big names in the photography field, that have helped him to choose winners of the sought after accolade 'Landscape Photographer of the Year' over the last decade. Printed on sumptuous art paper, this special edition features everything the British landscape is renowned for - classic shots of rural countryside, rugged lochs, mountains and moorland and stark industrial scenes capturing the beauty and diversity of Britain in the 21st century.

See the shortlist of the winning and commended entries from the ninth Landscape Photographer of the Year competition. "Take a view," the Landscape Photographer of the Year competition, is the brainchild of Charlie Waite, one of today’s most respected landscape photographers. Together with AA Publishing, he created this prestigious competition and award with a total prize fund exceeding £20,000, coupled with an exhibition in central London showcasing the best of the competition and publication of Landscape Photographer of the Year , the full-color book of best entries, which has been hugely successful in its first eight years.