It’s time to build your very own Wes Anderson world.
Inspired by the distinctive vision of director Wes Anderson,Shoot Like Wesis packed with rich imagery and in-depth analysis of the auteur’s remarkable body of work. This is the only guide you’ll need to create your own cinematic masterpiece, transforming everyday scenes into vibrant, storytelling moments worthy of the big screen.
Comprehensive and artful, Shoot Like Wes breaks down the techniques behind the iconic Wes Anderson films—from the God’s-eye view inThe Royal Tenenbaumsto the low-angle inFantastic Mr. Fox, and the symmetry used inThe Grand Budapest Hotel. Each chapter focuses on a specific aspect of the Wes Anderson aesthetic and includes illustrated, step-by-step photography challenges for you to follow with your camera or smartphone.
Chapter highlights include:
- Shooting at Magic Hour
- Deep Focus
- How to use Low-Angle Shots
- Framing Faces
And much more!
Discover the secrets of Wes’s unique style and learn how to apply these techniques to your own photography, with suggested exercises to practice. Once you’ve been inspired by films, letShoot Like Wes teach you the know-how to create your own whimsical world.
Adam Woodward is Editor-at-Large atLittle White Lies magazine, the leading independent voice in film.
Liz Seabrook is a portrait and lifestyle photographer who works around the world. Part photographer, part storyteller, the warmth of her pictures asks the viewer to sit down and join in the conversation with whoever sits opposite her lens. She works across editorial and advertising for a range of clients includingThe Guardian,Marie CurieandConde Nast Traveller.
Foreword by Robert Yeoman, cinematographer
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