Download or read book Master s Guide to Wedding Photography written by Marcus Bell and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the history of photography and how to shoot wedding portraits to creating stylish albums and working with digital output, everything a wedding photographer needs to know is included in this all encompassing manual. Photographers are provided with a shooting guide that walks them through the wedding day and offers advice on a variety of topics—including integrating detail, capturing the walk down the aisle, working in and out of doors, and finding and illustrating key relationships. Traditional and “in” methods of wedding photography are depicted in an educational timeline that explores past, present, and future trends in the field; current photo manipulation software, such as Adobe Photoshop and compatible plugins, are also discussed. Emphasis is placed on client interaction both before and after the big day, transforming prints into fine arts products, and developing and fine tuning a creative shooting style.
Download or read book Master Guide for Professional Photographers written by Patrick Rice and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2006-11-01 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From shooting basics to image editing, this textbook is an all encompassing reference that can be used by students in any level of photography class as well as those studying to complete the Certified Professional Photographer program. Beginning with an overview of camera choices and basic camera functions, this guide outlines the fundamentals of lighting equipment, light theory, composition, and digital imaging while providing a comprehensive roadmap for efficiently taking images from conception to client presentation. Tips for overcoming obstacles are offered from the hard-won advice of photographers who have successfully passed the Professional Photographer Certification Program tests.
Download or read book Master Posing Guide for Wedding Photographers written by Bill Hurter and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2009-04-01 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Outlining a theory that combines the refinement of traditional posing techniques with the more organic, spontaneous techniques of photojournalism, this creative and informative resource offers poses that rely on personality and interaction. These instructions from a veteran wedding photographer provide the skills needed to recognize what makes a great pose and how to subtly direct your clients to achieve the needed balance between looking great and looking comfortable. Ultimately, this grouping of modern and traditional shots offers answers to the complications faced when attempting to pose wedding parties quickly while keeping the natural look that all wedding couples desire.
Download or read book Master Posing Guide for Portrait Photographers written by J D Wacker and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2001-08-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Photographers are guided through every aspect of posing—beginning with the consultation and continuing with specific tips for posing children, high school seniors, wedding parties, families, events, teams, groups, and pets—in this comprehensive manual. Maintaining that good posing is 80 percent mental and only 20 percent technical, this guide stresses the importance of communication between photographer and subject to creating a portrait that not only captures the subject’s personality but also makes the subject comfortable, fostering repeat business.
Download or read book Master Lighting Guide for Portrait Photographers written by Christopher Grey and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2014-04-15 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Light, vibrant and malleable, is the greatest tool at the disposal of portrait photographers. In this acclaimed book—with over 50,000 copies in print—Christopher Grey walks you through studio portrait lighting from start to finish. Dozens of image sequences and before/after pairings show you precisely how each change of light position and modifier affects the look of the lighting on the subject. From classic portrait lighting patterns to unexpected but powerful looks, Grey teaches you everything you need to know to control light effectively. Armed with these powerful skills, you’ll be able to create portraits that are more flattering, more marketable, and more creative.
Download or read book Master Lighting Guide for Wedding Photographers written by Bill Hurter and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2007-12-01 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the demanding lighting needs for weddings of any variety with this comprehensive guide from an industry expert. All the basics are covered, including how to choose and use the right equipment, how to control light and shadow while outdoors, how to utilize ambient room light and natural light, and how to ensure the best color balance for each image. Technical tips from 40 top wedding photographers cover such specifics as producing window-light images and using such tools as scrims, umbrellas, and gobos. With the right lighting know-how, a photographer can capture with ease the candid looks and pure emotions of the wedding party.
Download or read book Professional Portrait Posing written by Michelle Perkins and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2007-08-01 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A brief introduction to the basic principles of creating a flattering pose accompanies chapters devoted to 12 acclaimed photographers who present and discuss their favorite, most successful, and most challenging photos. Widely regarded for their flattering, inventive, and cutting-edge posing techniques, these professionals cover why the pose was selected, how it complemented the subject and the scene, and how it works to make the subject look his or her best. The special challenge of group portraits is also covered by many of the contributors. Additional topics of discussion include personalized tips for learning the art of posing, common problems they see in portraits and their solutions, and suggestions and ideas for researching poses.
Download or read book Master Lighting Guide for Commercial Photographers written by Robert Morrissey and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This must-have book includes 135 detailed lighting diagrams and step-by-step discussions that teach readers how to most effectively light a wide array of products, interiors and models. Morrissey starts with a discussion on the types and characteristics of light photographers are likely to encounter on the job. Readers will also learn how to select and use cameras, electric flash units and modifiers to sculpt the light to suit their creative vision.
Download or read book Master Posing Guide for Children s Portrait Photography written by Norman Phillips and published by Amherst Media, Inc. This book was released on 2006-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this unique book, author Norman Phillips draws upon his own experience and that of the other top children's photographers, compiling a wide range of portrait examples, insights and strategies for producing memorable, cutting-edge and timeless images. Filled with step-by-step tips for posing boys, girls, twins and triplets, and groups - whether on location or in the studio - this is one book that photographers will rely on time and again.
Download or read book Master Guide for Team Sports Photography written by James Williams and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2007-11-01 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive look at all aspects of photographing sports teams—from selecting and using equipment to processing and presenting the images while building a client base—this reference proves indispensable to any photographer looking to expand their repertoire or branch out into a new profession. Professional guidance covers topics ranging from working with school administrations and coaches to the keys to capturing subjects in motion. Chapters on creating attractive, salable group packages and forming a distinctive business plan are also included.
Download or read book Master s Guide to Off Camera Flash written by Barry Staver and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2012-02-01 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By emphasizing basic principles of good lighting and how to apply them, this informative guide shows advanced amateur photographers and professionals how to improve their photographic skills. After explaining different types of light, flash basics, and the benefits of on- and off-camera lighting techniques, it discusses how to use this information to increase the “gasp factor”—that powerful, emotional response that compels the viewer to take a second look at a photograph. Also included are assignments meant to help solidify this new flash knowledge for the photographer in order to put it into practice. As a bonus, the book contains inspirational stories demonstrating real-world applications of the techniques from a photojournalist with decades of experience.
Download or read book Posing for Portrait Photography written by Jeff Smith and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2004-07-01 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aiming to help portrait photographers yield pleasing results with a variety of body types, this tutorial evaluates the subject’s appearance and suggests refining poses, providing tips to make sure each subject ends up with a result they like. Using before-and-after photos—and working through every region of the body from the head to the feet—acclaimed professional instructor Jeff Smith demonstrates simple posing adjustments and explains how various poses can conceal problem areas and maximize positive assets. Also covered are common mistakes that photographers make when posing their subjects and how to best match that pose with the setting, coordinating an overall feeling and style that makes every client look outstanding.
Download or read book Professional Commercial Photography written by Lou Jacobs, Jr. and published by Pro Photo Workshop. This book was released on 2010 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annotation The most important task for a commercial photographer is to create images that sell - be it a service, a product, a political candidate or an organisation. This guide presents techniques and images from a choice collection of commercially successful photographers, all offering revelations and wisdom to inform readers of the techniques that have paved the way to their success. Each chapter focuses on the techniques and images of a single photographer, providing a workshop in their area of expertise.
Download or read book Master Posing Guide written by J. D. Wacker and published by Amherst Media, Inc. This book was released on 2001-08 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Photographers are guided through every aspect of posing--beginning with the consultation and continuing with specific tips for posing children, high school seniors, wedding parties, families, events, teams, groups, and pets--in this comprehensive manual. Maintaining that good posing is 80 percent mental and only 20 percent technical, this guide stresses the importance of communication between photographer and subject to creating a portrait that not only captures the subject's personality but also makes the subject comfortable, fostering repeat business.
Download or read book Underwater Photography Masterclass written by Alex Mustard and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is an astonishing world just waiting to be photographed underwater. With marine biologist Dr Alexander Mustard as your guide you can learn all you need to know to explore the amazing creatures and landscapes that lie beneath the surface. From information about diving equipment and cameras, to crucial advice on understanding and controlling light underwater, this book provides all the background you need before you take the plunge. Topics covered include wide-angle light, macro lighting, ambient light and macro techniques
Download or read book Master Guide for Photographing High School Seniors written by Dave Wacker and published by Amherst Media. This book was released on 2009-05-01 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this instructive resource, seasoned photographers illustrate how to become an elite senior-portrait photographer. Whether the student wants a simple headshot for the yearbook, classic studio portraits, or fashion-oriented images shot on location, this resource outlines every phase of the process—from selecting the right equipment, poses, and light to generating great expressions and using the computer to retouch the face. An emphasis to stay ahead of the competition in terms of style, technology, customer service, and advertising offers photographers no-nonsense ideas for shooting better images and providing more variety within the often very limited time constraints of a senior-portrait session. Packed with before-and-after images, sequential illustrations that show posing variations, sample marketing materials, and much more, this is a must have book for those entering the market—or those seeking to chisel out a bigger share.
Download or read book Masters of Street Photography written by Roberts Elizabeth and published by Masters of. This book was released on 2019-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Masters of Street Photography explores the craft and creative secrets of 16 leading lights of the genre. Through probing Q&A style interviews, beautifully reproduced images, captions telling the story of each picture, and detailed technical information, the reader is given an insight into the photographers' working practices, from their career paths and inspirations, to the equipment, techniques, tropes and tricks they employ to create their breathtaking and visionary works. The result is a book that combines visual inspiration with tried and tested "street smart" advice from leading professionals, providing everything the aspiring street photographer needs to create their own distinctive urban portfolio. Contributors include The Bragdon Brothers, Melissa Breyer, Giacomo Brunelli, Paul Burgess, Sally Davies, George Georgiou, Ash Shinya Kawaoto, Jay Maisel, Jesse Marlow, Dimitri Mellos, Rui Palha, Ed Peters, Alan Schaller, Marina Sersale, Alexey Titarenko, and Martin U Waltz.
