Macro Photography: The Universe at Our Feet

This new edition of an industry staple aims to cover every challenge that a macro photographer might encounter, from beginner problems like focus and motion blur, to more complex issues with magnification and diffraction, lighting and composition, and so much more.

Written by an expert in the field, the book begins by giving a brief overview of what Macrophotography is, before delving into the best practices and techniques needed to capture brilliant macro photographs. It is also packed full of crisp HD images, case studies, exercises and workflows, all to supplement reader comprehension. The second edition includes all new content, such as editorial case studies, new detail in high-magnification workflows, expert insights into software tools such as Zerene Stacker and Helicon Focus, and much more. The rest of the content has also been thoroughly revised and updated to account for the latest tools and techniques in the field.

With its concise and informal approach, this book will be an extremely useful and accessible resource for professionals and students interested in all things Macro Photography.

Don Komarechka is a nature, macro and landscape photographer located near Varna, Bulgaria. From auroras to pollen, insects to infrared, much of Don’s photographic adventures reveal a deeper understanding of how the universe works. Exploring the world that we cannot see with our own eyes has been a common thread in Don’s career as a professional photographer and educator. Don’s work often pushes up against the technical limitations of modern camera equipment and the physical limitations of light itself. Komarechka’s work with moving pictures has been utilized in documentary films from CBC, BBC, Discovery, National Geographic and others.