Master Lighting Guide for Portrait Photographers

By: Christopher Grey

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Synopsis: Light, vibrant and malleable, is the greatest tool at the disposal of portrait photographers. In this acclaimed book--with over 50,000 copies in print--Christopher Grey walks you through studio portrait lighting from start to finish. Dozens of image sequences and before/after pairings show you precisely how each change of light position and modifier affects the look of the lighting on the subject. From classic portrait lighting patterns to unexpected but powerful looks, Grey teaches you everything you need to know to control light effectively. Armed with these powerful skills, you'll be able to create portraits that are more flattering, more marketable, and more creative.y for clients who favor that look), model/actor portraits, and even intimate portraits. He shows how to use specialized lighting approaches like high- and low-key lighting, flare, and intentional overexposure to create mood in your images.Two of the biggest strengths of Grey's acclaimed instructional approach are (1) the progressive images that show the changes that occur when light positions and intensities are altered and (2) the numerous diagrams presented that show readers how to position their lights and modifiers to mimic Grey's results. These approaches, paired with Grey's technical precision and creative vision, make this book a perennial favorite and a resource that photographers will turn to time and again for inspiration and technical prowess.