At the end of September we are publishing James Rushforth’s second edition of Photographing The Dolomites. Pre-orders will be available at the end of August.
James is also author of the fotoVUE Iceland guidebooks and map. You can purchase a copies of James’ Iceland books here.
Chiesa di Santa Maddalena in the Val di Funes. Nikon Z7II, 24–120mm at 32mm, ISO 64, 1/100s at f/8, Oct.
James Rushforth —an award‑winning photographer, mountaineer, climber, and travel writer— has spent a decade exploring the Dolomites and his deep regional knowledge underpins the book’s authenticity. This is the only photo-location guidebook available to the Dolomites.
The classic perspective looking out at the Cadini di Misurina group with Cima Cadin in the centre. © Loïc Lagarde.
The first edition, blending stunning visuals with meticulous guidance, ran to 352 pages, this substantial second edition weighs in at 556 pages and features 20 new locations, 250 new photos, important updates and new chapters focussing on the Brenta Dolomites – a remote and spectacular region situated north of Lake Garda and still relatively undiscovered by photographers. The guidebook is now more comprehensive than ever, covering all aspects of planning a trip to the Italian Dolomites, one of the most spectacular and accessible mountain ranges on Earth.
Included in the second edition are new chapters dedicated to the Brenta Dolomites. Above: Lago Nero backdropped by the imposing Brenta group. Nikon Z8, 24–120mm at 50mm, ISO 64, 1/100s at f/8, Sep.
Designed for photographers — amateurs and enthusiasts alike — or anyone curious about the landscapes, culture, and seasonal moods of this alpine region, this new edition features over 100 locations, the majority are roadside or accessible by short walks or cable cars making it useful for photographers of all mobility levels, with a good collection of more committing and remote locations for the adventurous.
A cropped, 15 image exposure bracketed panorama of the Passo Gardena at sunset. Nikon Z7II, 24–120mm at 40mm, ISO 64, various at f/16, tripod, Oct.
Each location is covered by:
Paragliding in front of the Brenta group as seen from the top of the Tovre lift. Nikon Z8, 24–120mm at 70mm,
ISO 640, 1/500s at f/8, Oct.
A 21 image panorama of the stunningly situated Via Ferrata Bocchette Alte. Nikon Z8, 24–120mm at 24mm, ISO 64, 1/500s at f/8, Aug.
Hoodoo magic. The hoodoo rock formations at Perca are probably the most photogenic in the Dolomites.Just one of many new locations found within the second edition. Nikon Z8, 20mm, ISO 64, 1/30s at f/14, tripod, Nov.
Sassolungo as viewed from Baita Sanon on the Alpe di Siusi. Nikon D850, 24–70mm at 28mm, ISO 100, 1/200s at f/8. Jun.
The Enrosadira phenomenon when the sun is low in the sky. Nikon Z7II, 100–400mm at 220mm, ISO 200, 1/200s at f/5.6, Oct.
Looking south towards Cabinovia Alpe di Siusi from San Valentino. Nikon Z7II, 100–400mm at 200mm, ISO 100, 1/200s at f/8, Oct.
Cutting a dramatic profile above the Cortina basin overlooking the Passo Falzarego, the famous five towers of Cinque Torri are one of the most strikingly beautiful and instantly recognisable rock formations in the Dolomites.
The second edition has updated and more information on festivals and local culture
A spot that’s become increasingly popular in recent years and another of the new locations.
There are now more Venice images for photographers starting their journey there.
James Rushforth is a climber, mountaineer,
skier, travel writer and guest speaker. An
internationally acclaimed photographer and
author who has worked with distinguished
publishing houses Rockfax, Cicerone Press and
FotoVue. James was the Travel Media Awards
Photographer of the Year in 2022, GTMA Global
Travel Award winner and British Drone
Photographer of the Year in 2020, the British
Guild of Travel Writers Photographer of the
Year in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
and 2024, a double category winner at the
International Photography Awards in 2018,
and Epson Digital Splash Photographer of
the Year, also in 2018.
In 2021 James authored ‘Photographing Iceland’
– a two volume set of photo-location guidebooks
that would claim four prestigious publishing
awards during 2022 – Travel winner at the Best
Indie Book Awards, Guidebook of the Year at both
the British Guild of Travel Writers and Outdoor
Writers and Photographers Guild annual awards,
and Travel Guidebook of the Year at the
Foreword INDIES awards. You can purchase a copies of James’ Iceland books here.