Underwater photography is a challenging discipline. To capture an underwater world of glorious colours; extraordinary creatures and mysterious depths; you must have confidence in your diving abilities and be very comfortable with your camera. This practical book explains and offers advice to the reader on both the art and the science involved in capturing stunning underwater shots. Contents include: Advice on the equipment you will need to get the most from your underwater photography; Descriptions of underwater habitats and animal behaviour; Guidance on how to be a responsible photographer; Direction and assistance on topics including composition; natural and artificial lighting; exposure and underwater conditions. Superbly illustrated with 206 stunning colour photographs.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Original!By Pierre GauthierThe idealistic author argues that cities require a predetermined purpose; a self-image that will be transcribed in its development through time. Conversely; a citys architecture and layout embody its memory and reveal its true nature. To illustrate this; the author discusses at some length the pre-18th century development of Rome; Venice; Florence; Sienna and Pienza.Needless to say; the approach is highly intellectual. The author for instance draws various conclusions from the laquo;architectural punraquo; created in ancient Rome by the construction; back to back; of a temple to Venus; goddess of love (AMOR in Latin) and a temple to the city per se (ROMA in Latin). In Venice; he likens all of piazza San Marco to an open-air church _ the Basilica acting as the sanctuary _ whereas the shape of Siennas Campo is described as an analogy to the Virgins protective cloak.This requires of course on the readers part a good prior knowledge of the cities discussed and the book would in fact definitely benefit by being more systematic and extensive.Unfortunately; illustrations are in black and white and not up to par with what is now expected for such a topic. Even the image on the cover page is strangely unappealing!Despite these shortcomings; many planners and city-lovers in general will find this book worthwhile.20 of 20 people found the following review helpful. Wonderful Journey Across Time and IdeasBy Thomas RajkovichTimeless Cities is indeed a wonderful journey; a voyage across time and ideas. The author tells a poetic; scholarly and delightful story of five Italian cities and how they became meaningful and memorable places; remaining so to this day.For those who have experienced the magical; transforming impact Rome; Florence; Venice; Siena and Pienza have on their visitors; David Mayernik unlocks the richly poetic ideas which are their very essence. An architect and traveler; his writing is filled with the passion of one who truly loves and understands the tradition of those great cities: the tradition of humanism.For all for whom life is; above all; a cherished series of discoveries and experiences; Mayernik extends a masterful invitation to explore those places which stir our souls and which demonstrate the highest fulfillment of our collective potential for cultural and artistic achievement. He then challenges us to again seek to create cities "through which dance the Muses"; cities which are "built Ideas suffused with cultural Memory". Accept his gracious invitation. It is a journey you will treasure.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Dry; but sometimes interesting.By Jasper L. McchesneyI cant say this is very well written; and it often drags; but its quite interesting to hear a working architects opinions on renaissance architecture -- not just that of art historians or other scholars. You shouldnt think its highly technical; but it is somehow more like an engineering book than a humanistic one (though he does touch on social history; rivalries between cities; and famous personages). An interesting addition to your library if it already includes some books on this area.
