Out There: An Uncomplicated Field Guide to Outdoor Photography

An accessible, invaluable, expert-in-your-pocket field guide to outdoor photography from renowned photographer Chris Burkard. Learn how to take great photos outdoors while developing a meaningful and enjoyable approach to your process. The most successful outdoor photographer of his generation, Chris Burkard passionately believes that photography is one of the best ways to deeply connect with nature and advocate for its preservation. In this personal and highly readable handbook, Burkhard shares his incredible experiences photographing the great outdoors, including adventure, landscape, surf, and lifestyle photography. He details everything you need to know to venture out on your photographic journey. Topics include: • Researching and preparing for your outdoor photography adventure • Checklists for packing and traveling with your camera gear • Embracing the extremes of travel and weather • Understanding composition basics and techniques • Mastering action, landscape, golden hour, and night photography • Creating compelling outdoor portraits • Staying present and staying safe • Making photography a part of your life • And much more! Out There features Burkard's astonishing photographs from untamed locations around the world, along with illustrated diagrams and humorous aphorisms. A must-have for any Burkard fan, aspiring outdoor photographer, or nature-loving adventurer. - Chris Burkhard - 192 pages - 5.5 inches W x 8 inches L - Flexibound - Chronicle Books - 2026 - Photography - Item #: 9781797239057