Reading the Landscape: An Inspirational and Instructional Guide to Landscape Photography

In guiding us through the process of interpreting and capturing landscapes digitally, Peter Watson proves that it is not only what we see but how we see it that makes a difference. He challenges us to transform our very gaze even before we click the shutter, and see the world like a skilled artist ?painting with light.” With patience, a meticulous eye, and his own images, he explains how fields, trees, mountains, and rivers can become a complex yet readable pattern of lines, shapes, colors, and textures. It’s a uniquely scientific approach to seizing creative opportunities in your photography.

Peter is a contributing photographer with Images Colour Library, and his work appears in books, magazines, travel guides and calendars; on greeting cards, on record, CD and DVD covers; in exhibitions and in print and television advertising. As well as landscapes, Peter undertakes commissioned work for clients, primarily architectural photography, as well as some studio work. He has written two other books for GMC: Light in the Landscape and Capturing the Light.