ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY – published May 2001

A comprehensive introduction to the difficult task of capturing birds on film, this stunningly illustrated book tells the reader everything they wish to know about bird photography.

With over 250 photographs guiding the would be photographer through each section, the book includes invaluable advice on:

• Choosing the right film, camera, lenses and accessories
• How to improve your technique
• How and where to set up a hide
• Learning from your mistakes
• Archiving
• Submitting your work for publication

Reviewed by Lady Scott for the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust comments included: “This is a wonderful book to own whether interested in bird photography or not” and in the USA Nancy Bent for Booklist wrote: “An excellent source of reference for beginners, with advanced tips for the more experienced. Steve Young is a master at dryly telling funny stories against himself and using them to illustrate what he should have done. An extremely useful book”.

Published by GMC it can be ordered direct from the author. Paperback, 250 colour photographs, £15 incl post and packing. (cheques only)

FIELD GUIDE TO BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY –published September 2002

A companion guide to Essential Guide to Bird Photography this smaller sized book is intended to be taken out with the photographer and referred to while in the field. It Includes

• Information on cameras, lenses, converters and film
• Guidance on metering, exposures and lighting
• Ideas for projects and what to photograph throughout the year
• A handy notebook section.

Published by GMC it can be ordered direct from the author by clicking on the order button. Paperback, 50 colour photgraphs: £11 incl post and packing. (cheques only) Please allow 14 – 21 days for delivery from receipt of order