Lens Flair is a showcase of the images created by Peter Simcoe on his journeys around the world. The book presents different techniques from traditional to High Dynamic Range (HDR) to 360 photography. It is a collection designed to inspire you in your own work and also features a section explaining some of the basic principles of photography.
1 Spaces and Places
Photographs taken in in Cuba, USA, Spain, Mexico and back home in England. In addition, there are a selection of High Dynamic Range photographs from Wepre Park in Wales and images featured in an exhibition from Valley of Fire (near Las Vegas), San Diego and Venice Beach, Los Angeles, USA.
2 Planes Trains and Automobiles
Vehicles ranging from classic cars such as the Hillman Imp to a Spire Kit car to a modern Ford Mustang. In addition, decommissioned Russian jet fighters at Hawarden Airport in Wales, a helicopter and a locomotive in San Diego.
3 Flowers
Flora and fauna are great subjects when practicing macro photography. Here are a few favourites from a local park and garden.
4 AZ901 Project
Following the launch of 360 Video Handbook, JK Imaging based in California, USA asked Peter to take their newly launched AZ901 camera for a test drive.
5 360 Images
This section features some of the images I have captured with a Samsung Gear 360, Vuze XR and XPhase S2 camera including Chester Cathedral, view from the castle in Alicante and Folke Bernadottes Bro in Stockholm, Sweden.
6 Camera Basics
A brief overview of the principles of image capture including exposure and the basics of image compression. Understanding these basic principles is a key part of developing your own creative flair.