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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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One of the most powerful ways of photographing someone with strong features is to shoot them in profile - and this picture shows how effective the approach can be when done well. Read the first page
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91 of 91 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
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.
25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
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.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
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.
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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You get some interesting ideas.
Received this book from a friend, and found that this is a pretty quick read.
The book provides some good ideas on composition, and lighting, which ranges from a single... Read more
The book provides some good ideas on composition, and lighting, which ranges from a single... Read more
Published 3 months ago by R. Goonewardene
Do you want to take that picture?
This book is terrible. I should have realised looking at the cover image that it wasn't going to be a great investment but the other reviews changed my mind. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Assisi
Great book
I got this book as I have limited experience with studio lighting and wanted to gain some overall knowledge as well as some inspiration. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Matt W
Excellent book
This book provides a good insight into lighting of portraits, and includes a large number of examples of famous people and celebrities to illustrate the points. Read more
Published on 26 Jan 2010 by P. White
Very good service.
The service was very good.I got the book delivered next day.I recomend this seller,very impressive service.
Published on 7 July 2009 by C. Harling
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 on 26 Mar 2009 by IDG1973
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 on 24 Oct 2008 by Ady Williams
avarage
not overly impressed not much to it good pics but not very in depth
not worth the money in my opinion
not worth the money in my opinion
Published on 9 Aug 2008 by kevin hunt
Good
Good book to read, could have a bit more information and what not. but worth the money to add to your collection.
Published on 6 Aug 2008 by Mr. S. A. Slevin
Very helpful
Very well laid out book with good diagrams and illustrations explaining different styles and layouts.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
Published on 10 July 2008 by C. Macculloch
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