Monday, April 27, 2009

Photographer's Guide to Yosemite

I've been getting lots of questions recently about my book The Photographer's Guide to Yosemite. It's been out of print for several months, but is being reprinted and should be available again in late May. However, The Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite just received 25 copies, so if you call them at 209-372-4413 you may be able to order one before they run out.

On a different note, the dogwoods in Yosemite Valley are progressing slowly because of cool weather. You can find some in full bloom around the Ahwahnee Hotel and old Rivers campgrounds, as well as near Gates of the Valley (Valley View). Many more are still in the "green" stage.
Posted by Michael Frye at 10:45 PM

27 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 28, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    Michael, I've been enjoying your blog and photos of Yosemite for a while now and had never made the connection to your book, which I picked up during one of my (too) few trips to Yosemite. Thanks for writing it and for sharing your experiences with us.

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  2. Michael FryeApril 28, 2009 at 9:17 PM

    Thanks for your comments Sode. Glad you like the book!

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  3. Sam AnApril 30, 2009 at 1:02 PM

    Thanks for the update. Bought the book right away ;-)))

    I am planning to be in Yosemite in the third week of May and was desperately looking for your book.

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  4. AnonymousMay 5, 2009 at 9:03 AM

    Hi Michael,
    I plan on going to Yosemite next Sunday (5/10)do you think the Dogwood will be at peak?
    Thanks,
    Gale

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  5. Michael FryeMay 5, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    Actually yes, or just about. I'd say they're near or just before their photographic peak right now.

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  6. AnonymousMay 12, 2009 at 8:01 PM

    I received a copy of your book yesterday 5/11/2009 & it is absolutely amazing. Nicely put together and the content is incredible. It will be of great value to my wife and me during our trip at the end of this month. We certainly look forward to making one or two good photos thanks to your book. Sure appreciate it!!!!

    Pete

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  7. Tom HarnishMay 13, 2009 at 5:47 PM

    Thank you, Michael! Tracked down a copy of your book yesterday, and it's fantastic! Just what I was looking for. Caught the Tunnel View shot of the Bridal Veil rainbow. The time of day tips alone are worth double the price of the book.

    http://gallery.me.com/tomharnish#100682

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  8. Michael FryeMay 15, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    I'm glad that some of you have been able to get the book and have found it useful. With any luck it will be more widely available again by the end of this month.

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  9. UnknownMay 29, 2009 at 4:13 PM

    Hello Michael, has the book cme out yet? I am waiting as I have a Amazon order ready..

    Thanks
    Christopher

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  10. Ionut IordacheMay 30, 2009 at 6:03 AM

    Any news about the coming out of your book?

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  11. Ionut IordacheMay 30, 2009 at 6:04 AM

    Any news about your book?

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  12. Michael FryeMay 30, 2009 at 7:24 AM

    Unfortunately I've heard that it won't actually be available until August. The Ansel Adams Gallery also sold out of those 25 copies. Sorry about the bad news! I was told late May, and I don't know the reason for the change.

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  13. Ionut IordacheJune 2, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    This really is bad news because I will be visiting the Yosemite in July. I will look for your book in bookstores (I might be lucky!)
    I would have one favour to ask, though: could you please tell me which would be the coolest places for taking pics at sunset in the Yosemite area?
    Thanks a lot. Best wishes,
    Ionut

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  14. Michael FryeJune 2, 2009 at 5:59 PM

    I'm a bit too busy to respond in detail to this request right now, but I'll try to get to it soon. Thanks for your patience.

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  15. Michael FryeJune 8, 2009 at 9:05 PM

    For sunset photos in July, anyplace you can see Half Dome is a good choice. This includes Sentinel Bridge, Cook's Meadow, Tunnel View, and Glacier Point. Of course the high country has a lot of great spots too. Olmsted Point and Tenaya Lake are good late-day choices. Also Pothole Dome, Tuolumne Meadows, the tarns around Tioga Pass, and Gaylor Lakes.

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  16. UnknownJune 10, 2009 at 1:50 PM

    Hello Michael, where are the best places in Yosemite for shooting sunrise & sunset in first week in Oct?

    Thanks
    Christopher

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  17. Ionut IordacheJune 12, 2009 at 2:17 AM

    Thank you, Michael!
    Have a splendid weekend!
    Ionut

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  18. Michael FryeJune 12, 2009 at 8:00 AM

    Christopher, since you're coming in October I'd suggest you pick up a copy of the book. It should be available by then and it's only $9.95.

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  19. UnknownJune 19, 2009 at 7:11 PM

    Ok thanks, please post when you have a date it's out.

    Thanks
    Christopher

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  20. RandyJune 30, 2009 at 2:26 AM

    While I wait for your book: what is the best month to photograph wildlife at Yosemite ?

    Thanks

    Randy

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  21. Michael FryeJune 30, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    Randy that depends on what species you want to photograph. Summer is a good time for marmots and pikas in the high country. Fall is a good season for deer, as the bucks lose the velvet on their antlers and can sometimes be found sparring. Coyotes are most visible in winter. Spring is usually the best time for birds, including Yosemite's many species of owls.

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  22. AnonymousAugust 19, 2009 at 12:39 AM

    Hi - i'm heading over from australia for a short road trip to some of california's parks, and will be in yosemite for 4 days in early sept staright over the long weekend. will have 3 days in valley and 1 up tioga pass near tuolumne meadows....any tips (either to make sure i do or make sure i don't!)?? Trip has been a last minute thing, and so hevn't had a chance to track down a copy of the book..

    thanks
    adam

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  23. Michael FryeAugust 19, 2009 at 9:03 AM

    Adam, the book should be available by the time you get here. I've had word from the publisher that it's arrived. I still haven't actually seen it in stores, but it should be on sale any day now. So my first recommendation is to pick up a copy at The Ansel Adams Gallery or the Visitor Center when you get here.

    In early September the waterfalls will be low or completely dry, but Vernal and Nevada Falls are on the main river so still have decent flow all year, and it might be worth making the hike up to see them. It's too early for fall color, although it's possible you might see a little bit in some of the meadows. Other than that, the book will give you ideas for the best sunrise and sunset spots, etc.

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  24. AnonymousAugust 24, 2009 at 8:51 AM

    Michael,

    I am planning one week in Yosemite in late Oct. Do you think we can camp around Tioga pass? Are there still water falls? What are the main objects to shoot around that time?

    Thanks!
    L

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  25. Michael FryeAugust 24, 2009 at 10:52 AM

    I'm not certain, but I think all the campgrounds near Tioga Pass will be closed by then. That late in the fall the Tioga Pass Road could also be closed at any time if it snows. Waterfalls are usually barely flowing in fall. But late October is a great time for fall color in Yosemite Valley, and often also in the Tuolumne Grove of giant sequoias, and some other areas along highways 41 and 120 within the park. So I would concentrate on the valley and surrounding areas and look for fall color as well as the classic Yosemite landscapes including El Capitan, Half Dome, etc. I'll be posting updates in this blog about autumn color as we get into the fall season.

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  26. marioJune 4, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    Your book is extremely popular Michael and demand seems to be outstripping supply - have you thought about doing it as a PDF eBook?

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  27. Michael FryeJune 4, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Hi Mario - thanks for your comment. Yes, I have thought about doing an electronic version of The Photographer's Guide to Yosemite. I'll have some news on that front soon. BTW, this blog has moved, so if you want to keep up on the latest, please go the the new location:

    http://www.michaelfrye.com/landscape-photography-blog/

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