New drone and wildlife photography books from Ammonite Press

Posted on Jul 11, 2024

Ammonite Press has released two new educational photography books focusing on drone photography and wildlife photography

52 Assignments: Drone Photography

This new addition to the 52 Assignments series of books offers a comprehensive guide for photographers looking to use drones to capture images and videos from unique aerial perspectives.

Written by established professional drone photographer Fergus Kennedy, the book offers a year’s worth of weekly projects, blending technical advice with creative inspiration.

From stunning landscapes to dynamic aerial selfies, each assignment encourages exploration of various drone photography techniques, complete with journal space for personal notes and progress tracking.

For more information, visit the Ammonite Press website.

A top-down photograph of a beach where a lone paddleboarder stands next to a paddleboard. The board is positioned near the edge of the water, and the waves gently lap at the shore, creating a contrast between the blue water and the brown sand.

Taken from 52 Assignments: Drone Photography by Fergus Kennedy

An aerial photograph showcasing a winding river meandering through a flat landscape. The sun casts long shadows across the fields and water, and the scene is framed by a distant horizon and a clear sky.

Taken from 52 Assignments: Drone Photography by Fergus Kennedy

An aerial photograph capturing a rolling landscape blanketed in mist. The hills and fields are lightly dusted with frost, and a line of trees divides the scene, creating a serene and ethereal atmosphere under a clear blue sky.

Taken from 52 Assignments: Drone Photography by Fergus Kennedy

An aerial photograph of a vibrant green field with a single, large tree at its centre. The field shows circular patterns created by farming machinery, adding texture and interest to the lush green expanse.

Taken from 52 Assignments: Drone Photography by Fergus Kennedy

The Wildlife Photography Workshop

Written by Ben Hall and Ross Hoddinott, this book is a 2024 updated version of the original release from 2013. It is a practical guide offering expert advice on photographing birds, mammals, plants and insects.

Designed as a ‘workshop in book form’, it covers equipment, exposure, composition, lighting and post-processing.

The book includes in-depth chapters on locating and photographing wildlife, complete with creative reader assignments and ethically captured images by the authors (see below).

For more information, visit the Ammonite Press website.