When the world turns quiet and pale, light behaves differently. Shadows lengthen, colours soften, and every reflection becomes poetry.
In Creative Exercises for Winter Light, Eva Polak invites you to explore this luminous season through the eyes of an impressionist and abstract photographer.
This 136-page guide is more than a technical manual—it’s a creative journey. Designed for photographers who crave inspiration when days are short and light is fleeting, this book blends artistry, mindfulness, and visual experimentation to awaken your imagination during winter’s stillness.
What You’ll Find Inside
Understanding Winter Light
Explore why winter light is so unique—its low sun angles, muted tones, and reflective qualities. Learn how science and art intertwine to create the season’s ethereal glow.
13 Creative Exercises
Each exercise is a doorway to experimentation:
- The Golden Hour Dissolve – Capture warmth before dusk fades.
- Fog as Canvas – Use atmosphere as texture and tone.
- Ice Abstracts – Discover hidden worlds within frozen forms.
- The Blue Hour Blur – Paint with fading twilight.
- Minimalist Snowscapes – Find elegance in simplicity.
- Through the Branches – Create natural patterns of line and form.
…and more.
10 Long-Term Winter Photography Projects
Deepen your practice through sustained creative engagement:
- 30 Days of Winter Light
- One Location, Twelve Weeks
- Winter Haiku
- Twilight Hours
- Weather as Muse
Each project encourages observation, reflection, and the development of your personal photographic voice.
Practical Guidance
Learn how to:
- Protect your equipment in cold and wet conditions
- Record personal statistics and progress interactively (type directly into the eBook or print and fill by hand)
- Build discipline and creative stamina throughout the season
A Gallery of Inspiration
Enjoy a curated selection of impressionist and abstract winter images that illustrate the exercises in practice. These photographs invite you to see beyond the literal—into light’s movement, the softness of falling snow, and the mystery of shadow and reflection.
Bonus Section
50 Essential Winter Photography Exercises
Expand your creative toolkit with quick, inspiring prompts that train your eye and awaken your artistic intuition.
Who This Book Is For
- Impressionist and abstract photographer
- Artists seeking inspiration in nature’s quiet season
- Anyone who wants to find beauty and creativity in the cold
What other people are saying about this book:
“This guide transformed my winter shoots — I always felt the light was too flat, but thanks to Eva’s exercises I discovered subtle glow, motion and abstraction I didn’t know were there.”Alex M.
“A beautifully written, practical yet poetic book. I loved how each exercise is simple, creative and rooted in real winter conditions. I feel much more confident exploring ice, fog, reflections and blue hour blur.” Jasmine K.
“The long‑term projects section is gold. ‘30 Days of Winter Light’ got me out of my comfort zone and into a year of discovery — I now look at snow, frozen water and window light totally differently.” Marco R.
“Eva Polak has a way of turning cold season constraints into artistic opportunities. This book isn’t just about technique—it’s about mindset, rhythm and light. Highly recommended for anyone serious about expression.” Sophie L.
“I’ve worked through many photography exercise books, but this one stands out. It’s structured yet freeing, with space for play, introspection and real results. My winter portfolio is stronger because of it.” Danielle W.
Let Winter Light Lead You
Step outside into the hush of winter. Follow the glow across ice, snow, and sky—and let your camera translate what your eyes feel but cannot always see.
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If you have any questions please contact me by email
eva@evapolak.com or Mob +64 21 1511656
