Master Posing Guide for Wedding Photographers

Master Posing Guide for Wedding Photographers
Author: Bill Hurter
Publisher: Amherst Media
Total Pages: 270
Release: 2009-04-01
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 1584284218

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.

Master Guide for Professional Photographers

Master Guide for Professional Photographers
Author: Patrick Rice
Publisher: Amherst Media
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2006-11-01
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 158428515X

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.

Master Posing Guide for Portrait Photographers

Master Posing Guide for Portrait Photographers
Author: J D Wacker
Publisher: Amherst Media
Total Pages: 231
Release: 2001-08-01
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 1608951979

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.

Jeff Smith's Senior Portrait Photography Handbook

Jeff Smith's Senior Portrait Photography Handbook
Author: Jeff Smith
Publisher: Amherst Media
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 1608952010

With detailed, informative instructions for capturing personable and memorable yearbook photos, this reference presents step-by-step demonstrations on advertising, talking to clients, producing outstanding images, and finalizing a sale. Noting the delicate balance of pleasing parents and teens alike, this resource illustrates how to marry the latest fashion-oriented photography trends with the needs of the family member who is paying for the session. A wealth of lighting and posing techniques combine with tips for analyzing the subject, choosing which features to accent and which to downplay, and creating alluring, fashionable looks that the whole family can appreciate. Emphasizing the value in allowing seniors to personalize their photos by bringing the shoot to their home or a more meaningful location, the guide also includes suggestions for incorporating additional visual elements such as pets, musical instruments, team uniforms, best friends, or significant others.

Master Lighting Guide for Commercial Photographers

Master Lighting Guide for Commercial Photographers
Author: Robert Morrissey
Publisher: Amherst Media
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Commercial photography
ISBN: 9781584281986

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.

Master Posing Guide

Master Posing Guide
Author: J. D. Wacker
Publisher: Amherst Media, Inc
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2001-08
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9781584280576

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.

Professional Portrait Posing

Professional Portrait Posing
Author: Michelle Perkins
Publisher: Photo Pro Workshop
Total Pages: 124
Release: 2007-08
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9781584282112

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.

The BetterPhoto Guide to Creative Digital Photography

The BetterPhoto Guide to Creative Digital Photography
Author: Jim Miotke
Publisher: Amphoto Books
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2011-10-18
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 0817425004

Master composition and design to take your photos from okay to wow You already own the most important photography tool—your creative eye. With this book, you’ll learn how classic design and composition principles can be applied to a wide range of photographic situations to create images with impact. Jim Miotke and Kerry Drager, both veteran photographers and experienced instructors, share time-tested design guidelines, composition techniques, even tips on when to break the rules, that will transform the way you make photographs.

Professional Commercial Photography

Professional Commercial Photography
Author: Lou Jacobs, Jr.
Publisher: Pro Photo Workshop
Total Pages: 127
Release: 2010
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9781584282693

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.

Commercial Photographer's Master Lighting Guide

Commercial Photographer's Master Lighting Guide
Author: Robert Morrissey
Publisher: Amherst Media
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2013-08-01
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 1608956342

From lighting glass objects to photographing models indoors and out, this handbook demonstrates how to effectively use and control light using a variety of traditional and unconventional lighting equipment. Written by award-winning photographer Robert Morrissey for both the professional and the serious amateur photographer, this guide explains the different types of light and how to work with modifiers such as panels, umbrellas, grids, and mirrors. More than 100 detailed lighting diagrams help ensure proper placement and are useful while pitching ideas to clients. Money-saving equipment and accessory alternatives are discussed along with strategies for working through obstacles during a shoot, making this manual a must-have resource for success on every project. This revised edition includes incorporates new equipment references, while adding several up-to-date case studies.