Digital Portrait Photography 101 Learn to Take Better Pictures of Your Friends and Family!

by Hurter, Bill

• ISBN13: 9781584281771
• ISBN10: 1584281774
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-02-01
• Publisher: Amherst Media

Summary

Redeye, poor lighting, and awkward poseselements that can ruin any photographare eliminated with the tips provided in this portrait handbook for amateur photographers. Organized in highly visual two-page spreads, the 43 detailed lessons show beginning photographers how to create everyday portraits with a professional flair. Using the camera's portrait-friendly automated features along with a few manual settings, photographers learn how to correct exposure and focus for refined, colorful images. Unflattering flaws, such as eyeglass glare, double chins, and excess weight, can be minimized by following tips on proper posing, finding the right location, and using the best light. A section on digital imaging software teaches photographers how to "erase" blemishes, turn a color image into a classic black-and-white portrait, and even add color through digital toning. A gallery of professional images provides the perfect blend of technique and inspiration to help amateur photographers attain the mastery and photographic artistry they desire.

Author Biography

Bill Hurter is the editor of Rangefinder magazine, the former editor of Petersen's PhotoGraphic, and the author of The Best of Wedding Photography, Group Portrait Photography Handbook, The Portrait Photographer's Guide to Posing, and Portrait Photographer's Handbook. He lives in Santa Monica, California.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 5
Cameras	p. 6
Lenses	p. 8
Aperture and Depth of Field	p. 10
Shutter Speed	p. 12
Focusing	p. 14
ISO and Contrast	p. 16
White Balance	p. 18
Exposure	p. 20
Posing: Subject Comfort	p. 22
Posing: Head and Shoulders	p. 24
Posing: Eyes, Mouth, and Chin	p. 26
Posing: Hands	p. 28
Posing: Full-Length Portraits	p. 30
Composition: Basic Rules	p. 32
Composition: Lines and Shapes	p. 34
Composition: Tone and Focus	p. 36
Portrait Lighting Basics	p. 38
Outdoor Light: What to Look For	p. 40
Outdoor Light: Modifying	p. 42
Outdoor Light: Common Problems	p. 44
Outdoor Light: Additional Tips	p. 46
Window Light: The Basics	p. 48
Window Light: Exposure and White Balance	p. 50
Window Light: Modifying	p. 52
Candid Shots: Technical Concerns	p. 54
Candid Shots: Tips for Success	p. 56
Corrective Techniques: Diffusion	p. 58
Corrective Techniques: Weight Issues	p. 60
Corrective Techniques: Eyes, Glasses	p. 62
Corrective Techniques: Ears, Noses	p. 64
Corrective Techniques: Chins, Necks	p. 66
Corrective Techniques: Skin Concerns	p. 68
Retouching: Selective Focus	p. 70
Retouching: Removing Blemishes	p. 72
Retouching: Shininess, Wrinkles	p. 74
Retouching: Teeth, Eyes	p. 76
Print Finishing: Sharpening	p. 78
Print Finishing: Contrast	p. 80
Print Finishing: Color	p. 82
Print Finishing: Toning	p. 84
Print Finishing: Vignettes	p. 86
Printing	p. 88
Conclusion	p. 90
Glossary	p. 91
Index	p. 93
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