Written by a professional biologist with a lifelong interest in photography, this book contains some amazing images of patterns in nature and provides practical guidance to photographers wishing to do the same. It is primarily aimed at people who have used a camera before, but are looking to expand their knowledge. It covers choice of camera, use of lenses, composition and the consideration of light and exposure, and even setting up your object indoors if needed. It also looks at types of pattern, symmetry and texture. Illustrated with fabulous colour photographs of patterns found in animals, leaves, insects, flowers and minerals, this is a book that is sure to inspire as well as instruct.