Techniques Of Portrait Photography

Description for TECHNIQUES OF PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY by Bill Hurter:

Create portraits with the professional look.

Capturing the likeness and personality of your subject requires only a basic knowledge of portrait techniques and a minimum of equipment. Starting with the fundamentals of lighting, posing, and composition, this volume in the MASTER CLASS series explains the basics and beyond. Through a complete text illustrated with fine examples of portrait techniques, you'll learn how to:

*get the best expression

*find the most flattering pose

*create classic portrait lighting

*solve special problems, and more

In addition, you'll find clear, step-by-step instructions for important corrective techniques, including darkroom manipulation, retouching, and spotting.