From the wings of moths to the feet of hoverflies and the head feathers of nectar-seeking birds, the process of pollination is a natural marvel. How do the many annuals and perennials and shrubs and trees that populate the globe manage to lure the aid of bees and butterflies and other creatures at exactly the appropriate time? Pollination Power offers a unique, truly bird’s-eye view of the wonders of pollination at work. In stunning full-color images, employing the latest photographic techniques, esteemed photographer Heather Angel has captures the intimate interactions of plants with their floral pollinators. The plants come not only from Angel’s Surrey backyard and the Royal Botanic Garden at Kew, but from twenty countries where Angel has travelled—from the rich floral kingdoms of the Cape of South Africa to the diversity of China and the Americas. The photos illustrate the varied techniques that flowers use to communicate with their pollinators. Some, for example, change color when the flower no longer has rewards to offer. Others control precisely when pollinators enter or leave by timing when they open and close their petals or when they emit a scent. This fascinating array of pollination repertoires crossfertilizes Angel’s photos with a descriptive text. Featuring both common and exotic plants and temperate and tropical floral, Pollination Power will entice anyone with a passion for botanicals, from gardeners to botanists alike.

Pollination Power

Arts & Photography

Angel, Heather

Photography & Video

University of Chicago Press

A guide to photographing plants and animals, both in the studio and in their natural setting, includes suggestions on equipment, close-up techniques, lighting, and composition

Book of Nature Photography

KNOPF

Describes a variety of methods for taking creative close-up photographs of people, flowers, pets, rocks, and other subjects

Book of Close-Up Photography

Alfred A. Knopf, Inc.

Life in the oceans: The spectacular world of whales, dolphins, giant squids, sharks and other unusual sea creatures

Octopus Books

A compelling collection of two hundred full-color images offers a close-up study of one of the world's most endangered animals, providing an intimate look at the life cycle and behavior of the panda, both in captivity and its natural habitat. 15,000 first printing.

Panda: An Intimate Portrait of One of the World's Most Elusive Animals

David&Charles

The family water naturalist

M.Joseph

Describes the ecology of coastlands, wetlands, heaths, uplands, forests, and examines British trees, plants, insects, fish, reptiles, birds, and mammals.

The natural history of Britain and Ireland

History

Europe

Heather Angel's Countryside

A superb resource for photographers seeking to develop and refine techniques for photographing animals, plants, and landscapes. Insightful guidance regarding maximizing opportunities and working with light, color, weather, and the seasons accompany technical suggestions and pointers. The author's dazzling color photos grace virtually every page, illustrating points made in the text. Well-conceived, instructional, and inspirational. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Photographing the Natural World

Sterling Pub. Co., Inc.

"Over 150 beautiful color photos by this acclaimed nature photographer... demonstrate the best methods of handling shadows, dealing with weather conditions, changes of light and seasonal elements all to a photo's best advantage."--Photographic. "Whether beginning, intermediate, or advanced photographers, readers will glean useful information from this book....It is evident that the author has a thorough knowledge of her subject and she organizes her material well....Her hints can make the difference between a good shot and a great one. Encourage YAs to pack this title in their camera bags for a vacation or a nature assignment."--SLJ. "Popular Photography. 160 pages (all in color), 6 3/4 x 10 3/8.

Photographing The Natural World

Sterling

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