Macro Photography

Best Books on Macro Photography

I've been reviewing a bunch of books on macro photography. Here are my favorites so far.

Understanding Close-Up Photography, by Bryan Peterson | Book Review

This book is a great choice for amateur and enthusiast photographers looking to open up new photographic possibilities by getting in close.

The Garden Photography Workshop, by Andrea Jones | Book Review

Take a masterclass in garden photography as you tag along with a professional garden photographer as she works through the challenges and rewards while shooting a selection of beautiful gardens.

Close Up Photography in Nature, by John and Barbara Gerlach | Book Review

A comprehensive instructional book on techniques and technicalities of capturing photos of flowers and insects you might find in your garden.

Macro Photography for Gardeners and Nature Lovers, by Alan Detrick | Book Review

A review of Macro Photography for Gardeners and Nature Lovers: The Essential Guide to Digital Techniques, by Alan L. Detrick.

Photographing Flowers, by Harold Davis | Book Review

A review of the book Photographing Flowers: Exploring Macro Worlds, by Harold Davis.

Focus Stacking with the Olympus TG-5 Tough Camera

Like the model it replaces, the new Olympus TG-5 has a built-in focus stacking feature in its macro close-up mode. Here's how it works and some examples.