Overview

In this fascinating collection of interviews, sound recordist Mark Ferguson conducts in-depth conversations with a wide range of wildlife sound recording practitioners. These diverse and inclusive case studies and experiences from around the world present a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge methods, the latest technology and inspiration from the field. The techniques and approaches considered in each interview are complemented by images of the recordists' fieldwork as well as a detailed glossary, enabling readers to solidify their knowledge as they progress through the text. A sound library of around 150 recordings is available to download, featuring audio clips provided by each interviewed practitioner. An inspiring book for those starting out and for professionals seeking to contextualise and refine their own approaches, it teases apart the methods and fieldcraft techniques underpinning wildlife sound recording, weaving text, sound and image to offer a rich and nuanced snapshot of the practice today. It will be an extremely useful resource for aspiring and established wildlife sound recordists, as well as scientific researchers, creative practitioners, nature photographers, filmmakers, post-production specialists, and anyone with existing field-recording experience wanting to expand into wildlife sound capture.

Full Product Details

9781784276218

Table of Contents

Reviews

Author Information

Mark Ferguson is a wildlife sound recordist. His work draws attention to the sonic nuances of animal behaviour and the fascinating audible relationships between humans, wild species and their shared environments. He is currently based in Northern Ireland, where he spends most of his time documenting the habitats and hidden stories of his native Ulster countryside.  

Tab Content 6

Countries Available