Visual Stories Behind the Lens with Vincent Laforet

Techniques and inspiration from Pulitzer prize-winning photographer Vincent Laforet, named one of the "100 Most Influential People in Photography" by American Photo! Visual Storiesincludes over 70 images ;with techniques covering images from The New York Times,aerial shots, people, nature, surf, tilt shift, sports, and more. Readers will get a rare look into the art of photography and learn how they might achieve similar looks with camera setting details and tips throughout. This beautiful book/DVD combo contains full-color spreads and techniques by one of the most influential photographers and bloggers working today ;Vincent Laforet. Among other achievements, Vincent is a Pulitzer Prize winner and a three-time winner at the prestigious 2010 Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival. Considered a pioneer both for his innovative tilt-shift and aerial photography and in the field of HD-capable DSLR cameras, Vincent showcases some of his seminal photos in this stunningly visual book that captures his work as well as his insights into photography. The included DVD will allow readers to have an up-close-and-personal view of both the author and his work through several short videos (approximately 90 min total running time) of the author discussing his approach.

Vincent Laforet, a three-time winner at the prestigious 2010 Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival, is a director and Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer who is known for his forward-thinking approach to image-making and story-telling. In addition to having been commissioned by just about every important international publication–including Vanity Fair, The New York Times Magazine, National Geographic, Sports Illustrated, Time, Newsweek,  and Life –Vincent is considered a pioneer for his innovative tilt-shift and aerial photography as well as in the field of HD-capable DSLR cameras. Vincent’s blog, blog.vincentlaforet.com, has become a must-read in the industry.