The Nature of Yosemite. Группа авторов

      Yosemite is known worldwide for its beauty. The waterfalls and glacially sculpted domes and valleys have called generations of painters, writers, and photographers. The wonder and awe of Yosemite Valley inspired citizens to have their lawmakers protect this land and to develop the national park system. Few visit this landscape without being moved. Behind the grandeur are infinite layers of beauty, wonder, and complexity, that can be observed by those with the patience of a naturalist attuned to the senses and subtleties of the place. This allows for a deeper and more transformative experience of Yosemite. Robb Hirsch has spent decades immersing himself in the art, science, and history of this landscape. The images in this book are a window, not just to the glory of Yosemite but to a way of seeing. His photographs, informed by love and patient study, contain lessons for the photographer, naturalist, hiker, or curious rambler.

      The first step to engaging with nature is to go outside. Build time in nature into your routine. You do not need to be in a national park or to go to great extremes or even to go someplace new to make discoveries. Any place where you can find plants or birds is a great start. Even if you only have fifteen minutes, a little nature break helps you find peace and calm. Lay the foundation for your nature connection by focusing your attention, and staying with a subject, to find the novel in the familiar. Hone these skills in your own backyard. When you find yourself in a place as grand as Yosemite, you