Contours The Courses Behind Remarkable Golf Adventures

by Watt, William

• ISBN13: 9781761451669
• ISBN10: 1761451669
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2025-11-25
• Publisher: Hardie Grant Books

Summary

Contours is every golf-lover’s essential guide, delving deep into golf course architecture, exploring the minds behind the designs, the processes that bring courses to life, and the elements that make some destinations truly special. From the Sandbelt of Melbourne to the Heathlands of London, and the rugged coastlines of Oregon to the manicured perfection of Te Arai Links, this book takes readers on a global journey through golf's most significant landscapes.
 
Modern courses are built on the shoulders of the golf course design giants of the 1920s and the current crop – Tom Doak, Bill Coore, Mike Cocking and others – speak reverentially about these golden age architects, and still practice their methods today. This book compares and contrasts the two golden ages, visiting and exploring the greatest courses from both eras and exploring how the evolution of the game is built into the ground it is played on. 

Contours is for golfers far and wide who value the beauty, excitement and the challenges each golf course presents – and who love the game.

Author Biography

William Watt is a freelance photographer, writer and director based in Melbourne, Australia. Having worked for extended periods of time in the UK, Europe, North and South America, and Asia, as well as on multiple around-the-world adventures, he draws on a wealth of international experience and a lifelong passion for photography in producing considered projects.
 
In 2016 William co-founded Caddie Magazine, combining his photography and design skills with a strong passion for the game of golf. He has recently created Contours a digital golf space. William is also a certified RPA (drone) controller and operator, which has allowed him to bring his creative eye to the skies.