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by Steve Bavister (Author) "One of the most powerful ways of photographing someone with strong features is to shoot them in profile - and this picture shows how effective..." (more)

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Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Rotovision; Revised edition edition (1 Sep 2007)
Language English
ISBN-10: 2940378304
ISBN-13: 978-2940378302
Product Dimensions: 27.2 x 22.6 x 1.2 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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Lighting for Portrait Photography contains practical, wide-reaching advice from one of the industry's most experienced and respected members, Steve Bavister. He provides an insightful look at the many considerations involved in the lighting of successful portraits and goes on to show an inspiring set of examples from top photographers. Each portrait is accompanies by easy-to-follow diagrams and invaluable tips on how to achieve comparable results. This revised edition features all new, three-dimensional illustrations, plus new images from photographers working with digital technology.

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Steve Bavister is one of the most experienced writers on photography in the UK. He has been Editor of Photo Answers, Publisher of Practical Photography, and is currently the Editor of The Photographer magazine.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, Great Photo's, 18 Mar 2004

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The problem with most guidebooks I've seen is that they don't really explain how the photo was lit and the photos aren't actually very good. This book is different. The diagrams and explanations are very clear and easy to follow. The photos are all very contemporary and of a consistently high standard. I have found this book very useful and would highly recommend it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The best I've found so far, 17 Sep 2007

By	D. Nicklin "Anon" (West Sussex) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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I've bought a number of books to try and understand how lighting works for portraits. This is my favourite. Not only are the photos very contemporary but I have found them really inspirational. The book lays out the lighting with a 3D plan and a plan view looking from above. It also talks about styling / stylists as well as the usual equipment explanations. I haven't found a better book yet. 'Nuff said really.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, beautiful pictures, 9 Nov 2007

By	fireblue (Sheffield, UK) - See all my reviews

I bought this along with several other books on lighting in general and particularly studio lighting as I am setting up my own studio.

This book is packed full of beautiful and professional images from front to back. If you are looking for a book that shows you a lighting setup and how that translates to the final image this is the book for you.

A simple key is used on all images to show you the type of light, number, lens and aperture and this is consistent throughout. Shows you difference between natural and studio light and how the number of lights gives you more choice. Rather refreshingly though there is a focus on keeping it simple. Most of the images can be recreated with one or two lights and a reflector so even beginners can get started.

I have books on the technical details of light and lighting and they are very useful, but if you're more visual this book will help you along, or at the very least inspire you to shoot some great images.

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The service was very good.I got the book delivered next day.I recomend this seller,very impressive service.

Published 6 days ago by C. Harling

3.0 out of 5 stars Glossy but sparse
This is a 90%-picture-10%-prose volume. The photos are compelling and each has details of the setup and a lighting diagram. Read more

Published 3 months ago by IDG1973

5.0 out of 5 stars LIghting for portrait photography
I first saw this book in Waterstones, and what a book it is, it has excellent illustrations of the lighting used in the many photos it portrays. Read more

Published 8 months ago by Ady Williams

1.0 out of 5 stars avarage
not overly impressed not much to it good pics but not very in depth
not worth the money in my opinion

Published 11 months ago by kevin hunt

4.0 out of 5 stars Good
Good book to read, could have a bit more information and what not. but worth the money to add to your collection.

Published 11 months ago by Mr. S. A. Slevin

5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful
Very well laid out book with good diagrams and illustrations explaining different styles and layouts.

Highly recommended.

Published 12 months ago by C. Macculloch

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book if you're more advanced
The author is obviously a real pro.

He does give details of the techniques and lighting positions employed in the VERY creative photographs he displays... Read more

Published 14 months ago by Colin

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
Great tips for lighting. Great lighting diagrams. If you want to learn about portrait lighting look no further.

Published 17 months ago by C. Duffin

3.0 out of 5 stars OK but not for digital
This book has a few problems and whilst the pictures of the placement of lighting set-ups are very useful the final pictures you see are not a true representation. Read more

Published 18 months ago by Mr. J. G. Nattrass

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