Watercolors of French Polynesia Series: Tahiti Island Volume 1

One of a series of seven special edition photography coffee table books on the major islands, atolls, and motus of French Polynesia. This special series of travel guidebooks represents the most comprehensive photographic coverage of French Polynesia available today. These books cover the popular iconic as well as off the beaten path spectacular scenic landscapes and seascapes, cultural/historical sites, local artistic displays, Tahitian music/dance events, and diving/snorkeling underwater photography. Tahiti Island (Tahiti nui and Tahiti iti) is culturally and naturally one of the most compelling tropical areas of the world. The colorful interaction of the people, landscape, and water creates diverse photographic opportunities that continue to keep the authors coming back over and over again. Tahiti Island Volumes 1 and 2 provide a photographic travel guide to some of the best landscape, seascape, cultural, historical, and artistic locations on Tahiti nui and Tahiti iti. Photographic opportunities on Tahiti Nui and Tahiti Iti are diverse, including mountains, rainforests, volcanoes, waterfalls, spectacular landscapes and seascapes, underwater, adventure, sailing, surfing, water sports, cultural, and urban scenes. Tahiti is the economic, cultural, and political center of French Polynesia. An ongoing fascination with the watercolors of nature and their interaction with landscapes, seascapes, and people were a driving force when photographing Tahiti. These books also provide detailed information and tips on photo techniques, camera settings, and framing/composition. The book is intended to be useful to multiple audiences - tourists wanting to make the most of the time available to them when visiting the islands, photographers and artists wanting to identify the best locations to create great images, those wanting to continuously improve their photography,and travelers wanting a high-quality keepsake remembrance of Tahiti island.