In this exciting and original guide, an accomplished photographer reveals how some of the best subjects for creative and compelling photographs are usually right in one’s own home.
Using examples from his own work, Andrew Sanderson shows readers how even the most mundane objects can be transformed into images that are striking and beautiful. In 10 expertly written chapters, each with a separate thematic focus, he uses examples from his own work—along with innovative techniques—to demonstrate the myriad ways family, friends, a garden, animals, or a backyard view can become lasting and imaginative works of art.
• Presents an inventive approach to
photography, teaching photographers to use their own homes as studios
• Filled with beautiful, surprising photos
• Will benefit photographers working
in digital and traditional mediums
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Inspirational Book This book is a revelation. Andrew Sanderson is a great communicator and could be in the room with you when he describes how to make great images from everyday objects. This is not a how-to book, rather as others have mentioned, it is inspirational and would be a boon to people on a low travel budget or handicapped photographers for whom getting out is problematical. What I like is Andrew’s down-to-earth language, the book is worth buying for the text alone. The black & white pictures look…
Only for the “fine art” photographer – then it is great The star rating is an average – this is either a one star book (for most photographers) or a 5 star one (for great fine art photographers seeking some inspiration). If you are looking for a book to help you take better pictures in general, pictures of your family and home life, or have never worked in a darkroom dodging an enlargement, this is NOT the book for you! Do not let the “Home Photography” title make you think the book has anything to do with home life or “regular” photographers…
Gorgeous on the inside… a real inspiration. This book is humble and gorgeous and accessible and really, really astounding. His photos are beautiful and all taken in and around his home. Patterns and shapes, a close-up photo of a fork with its tines curled, gentle portraits of friends who have stopped by to visit the author at his home… wonderful stuff. This is not a technical book so much as it is a book that helps you to rediscover ways of seeing – especially, new ways of looking at the things around you as something worth inspiring…