Aerial Photography: Professional Techniques and Commercial Applications

The writer Harvey Lloyd displays a wide ranging knowledge of the art and craft of aerial photography. The handsomely illustrated book covers all aspects of aerial photography and includes a great deal of very informative text on the art and practice of photography. Attention is paid to self-promotion. It is evident that the writer has gone to great lengths to provide useful information and that he is inspired by and in love with aerial photography. A must read for anyone whou would leave the ground to see the world as it is.

The author Harvey Lloyd presents the world of aerial photography in an easy to read and highly informative way. His illustrations demonstrate the art which he calls "three-dimensional chess" in a most brilliant way. Chapters on the art of photography illuminate how to make beautiful and lasting images. His words about aerial photography are poetic and filled with practical advice. Obviously, the writer is in love with aerial photography and is proud to share this love. I recommend this book to anyone who would love to fly and photograph the wonders of the earth.

The book presents the incredible art and practice of aerial photography in an informatative and marvelous way, a way that gives the reader a chance to compare the splendid color photographs with the author's ideas and philosophy about the art and practice of aerial photography. The author has traveled and photograhed from the air around the world and shares his insights into the art and commercial practice of photography as well. Practical advice is given on how to shoot and how to market yourself. All who are interested in the joy of flying and photographing the earth will find this book a treasure.