The art of portraits -- Cameras -- Lenses -- Exposure -- Getting a steady shot -- Compostion -- Kinds of portraits -- Environmental portraits -- Photographing children -- Working with natural light -- Posing -- Lighting equipment -- The digital darkroom -- Backing up your photos.
Summary:
This title teaches aspiring photographers how to shoot portraits that capture their subjects in the best way possible. Through simple text and dramatic photographs, readers learn the basics of choosing the best cameras and lenses for portraiture. Also covered are techniques for choosing the right depth of field, focus, and quality of light, both natural and flash. Posing techniques are also discussed.
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