First published 2021
Tim Flach spent years in studios and field locations capturing birds through his camera lens. The renowned animal photographer documented songbirds, parrots, and birds of paradise alongside raptors, waterfowl, and domestic varieties. His images reveal intricate feather details and subtle colors that escape ordinary vision. Flach photographed his subjects both at rest and in flight, showing familiar species next to rare specimens. Richard O. Prum, the brilliant ornithologist and Pulitzer Prize finalist, serves as expert guide through this avian collection. Together they present creatures that radiate grace, intelligence, and humor while constantly moving through their environments. The collaboration captures the beauty and wonder these animals bring to our world, offering readers access to nature's most exquisite flying creatures through Flach's magnificent photographic work.
Genres: biography, nature, art, animals, non-fiction, photography
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: nature
336 pages · Hardcover · Abrams Books