Focal Press Book: Inspiration in Photography

Authored by well-recognized photographer, Brooke Shaden, Inspiration in Photography from Focal Press offers an introduction into Shaden's work and highlights some of her photographic techniques. Through the use of different exercises, this book's aim is to help develop inspiration based on your common-day surroundings. In addition to real-world exercises, tips are also given on how to compose, plan, and shoot colorful, atmospheric, fairy-tale-like, and artistic photographs, reminiscent of Shaden's own work. Straddling the line between developing your own photographic style and referencing the author's work, this publication provides insight on how to develop and recognize inspiration in everyday circumstances.