- Paperback: 272 pages
- Publisher: RotoVision (1 May 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 2940378193
- ISBN-13: 978-2940378197
- Product Dimensions: 25.8 x 22.6 x 2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 841,416 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Annabel Williams is a leading exponent of today's more contemporary, relaxed and ever-popular wedding and portrait style. In this, her illuminating and personal guide to photography, Annabel addresses not only the technical aspects of the craft, but also reveals new and innovative ways of working and marketing your photographs. Rather than a traditional 'boys' toys' photography book on gadgets, lights and filters, Annabel introduces methods of working which give the photographer unprecedented freedom to produce commercially successful, natural-looking pictures. "The Annabel Williams Book of Wedding and Portrait Photography", now available new in paperback, reveals how to cover all aspects of a wedding or compose a portrait in a modern style that will appeal to every generation. This is an essential resource for both professional and serious amateur photographers who want to express their art in truly personal terms, and make money from it.
From the Back Cover
+ Shows you how to photograph portraits and weddings in a
contemporary style that will appeal to every generation, using
easy-to-follow anecdotal information;
+ An essential resource for professionals and serious amateurs who want to
maximize their potential within the genre;
+ A truly original concept and a major rethink in the way that social
photographers undertake commisions and approach their client/photographer
relationahip;
+ Highly visual throughout with step-by-step images and finished shots,
plus first-hand advice from an award-winning photographer;
+ Explains not only the technical aspects of the craft but also presents
exciting new ways of marketing your work to generate additional income. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
contemporary style that will appeal to every generation, using
easy-to-follow anecdotal information;
+ An essential resource for professionals and serious amateurs who want to
maximize their potential within the genre;
+ A truly original concept and a major rethink in the way that social
photographers undertake commisions and approach their client/photographer
relationahip;
+ Highly visual throughout with step-by-step images and finished shots,
plus first-hand advice from an award-winning photographer;
+ Explains not only the technical aspects of the craft but also presents
exciting new ways of marketing your work to generate additional income. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Contemporary lifestyle photography is the art of depicting people as they really are. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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Contemporary lifestyle photography is the art of depicting people as they really are. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Back Cover
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43 of 44 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Hi. Thanks for taking the brief time to read this and I hope it helps in your book selection.
I've been shooting weddings and natural portraiture now semi-profesionally for 2 years, turning full time recently. As Christmas was looming I thought a few books on this subject would make ideal presents for the in-laws to buy so wanted to pick something appropriate. I was therefore looking for some inspiration, some technical wisdom, and a few tips from those in the know.
I selected this book based on the review written giving it 5 outa 5 but was a little cautious due to the other poorer review - so in fact also requested a 2nd book (just to cover the options!!)
Annabel's book is divided into two sections - half portraits, half weddings. She clearly has an ability to take good photos, and describes well in the book how to go about a shoot in its various stages. The book is sensibly laid out and reads well - it covers shoots from in the studio and at the subjects home. She talks through equipment used which happens to be med format and 35mm but not digital. For those of you shooting digital and moving away from med format (like myself) some of the info is a little old hack. This is demonstrated I think mostly in the wedding section where she uses a tripod for photos which I feel in this day and age (and for my stle of photography - reportage) is out of the question.
It's for this reason I give the book only 3.5 as I wanted a 'contemporary' photography book, so those boxes for me were only ticked 50%. I did reassure me in my photography work, which was half the reason sub conciously I expect I wanted the book. In reality I probably knew 90% of what was dicussed, it just helped me believe.
For those of you not bored of this epic by now.... the other book I bought was Stephen Swains 'capture the moment' wich rocks.
61 of 63 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have Williams's last two books and I bought this thinking it was a new book but was gutted to discover it's just two of her previous books bound together.
She has excelled herself with a new marketing ploy, recycling old books to unsuspecting buyers. The book is getting out of date, there is no mention of digital imaging. There are better books out there on this subjest matter but if you havent got her other books this could be worth a look as she gives some usefull tips.
She has excelled herself with a new marketing ploy, recycling old books to unsuspecting buyers. The book is getting out of date, there is no mention of digital imaging. There are better books out there on this subjest matter but if you havent got her other books this could be worth a look as she gives some usefull tips.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As Annabel Williams is pushing "Contempory Photography" on her courses its a shame she can't do the same with her books. This merger of old material is very disappointing and does not even mention digital. If you already have her other books its probably best to read those again instead of buying this copy! Save your money and buy one of the more up to date books out there instead. Much more contemporary and full of useful bits of info.
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Annabel Williams on Wedding photography.
A well written book that moves away from purely technical information and enables you to walk in the shoes of a talented and enthusiastic photographer. Read more
Published on 4 Aug 2009 by Peter Hood
The emperor in new clothes
This is the updated version of the original book from 2004. It isn't much different - if at all. Essentially all the same text is there. There's nothing new here. Read more
Published on 6 May 2008 by W. Boon
Hmm ok but!!
I don't really think that this book lives up to Annabel's ability or rep
It's a little dated now and I really think that she needs to update her approach and cater for the... Read more
It's a little dated now and I really think that she needs to update her approach and cater for the... Read more
Published on 18 Jan 2008 by Mr. R. Owens
comment from the author!
Hi, This is Annabel Williams just putting the record straight! Of course this book is dated - its 10 years old! I think we've walked on the moon since then! Read more
Published on 29 Nov 2007 by Annabel Williams
A Beautiful and Inspirational Publication
What a fantastic book! I soaked up every dot of ink on every page.
It is full of beautiful pictures, with really useful explanations along the way. Read more
Published on 1 Nov 2005 by Hazel Ferrie
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