John Batdorff - Travel and Street Photography: From Snapshots to Great Shots

From Snapshots to Great Shots

John Batdorff

Travel and Street Photography: From Snapshots to Great Shots
John Batdorff

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Copyright 2015 by John Batdorff

Senior Editor: Susan Rimerman
Senior Production Editor: Lisa Brazieal
Development/Copyeditor: Emily Wolman
Proofreader: Suki Gear
Composition: Wolfson Design
Indexer: Karin Arrigoni
Cover Image: John Batdorff
Cover Design: Aren Straiger
Interior Design: Mimi Heft

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ISBN-13: 978-0-321-98823-2
ISBN-10: 0-321-98823-X

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My travel partners

Staci and Anna, the world is so much more interesting with the two of you by my side. Staci, you are forever the love of my life. Youre the mortar that holds us all together. Anna, youre the brakes, slowing us down and making us enjoy every minute. We love you, were proud of you, and watching you grow up has been the best journey of my life.

Mom

I was thinking of you the other day, and while looking through old pictures I found your daily planner. I couldnt help but smile when I came across your 100 goals, and photographing Yosemite and Lake Louise were at the top of the list. Thank you for placing the first camera in my hand and telling me, We all need a hobby. I truly miss you and know somehow youve been with me for all my travels.

Dad

Thank you for your guidance and support. Your gift for storytelling and passion for writing have been an inspiration, and our trips together have meant the world to me.

The Peachpit crew

Thank you for your continued support. Ive always respected your dedication to working with authors and artists in creating superior products.

Susan Rimerman

You make this job enjoyable, even when youre cracking the whip. I truly do appreciate your honest feedback and your ability to make me laugh.

Emily Wolman

Thank you so much for challenging me to make this book as good as possible. Thanks for putting up with my messy copy, dangling modifiers, and poor formatting. You did it all with a newborn.... Youre the master multitasker!

Lisa Brazieal

Youre a rock star, and your crew always puts together a wonderful-looking book. Thank you and your team for all you do.

To you, the reader

I want to sincerely thank you for giving me the chance to share my insights with you. I hope you enjoy the book, and as always, feel free to contact me at www.johnbatdorff.com if you have any questions.

Ive been taking photographs for as long as I can remember. My passion began when my mother handed me my first Kodak Instamatic in 1977. What started out as a way to keep a young boy out of mischief blossomed into a lifelong pursuit of personal expression. Ive always been fascinated by people and by their relationships with others and their environment. Its this natural curiosity that has fueled my addiction to travel and to observing through the lens.