18 July 2016

Photography Book Recommendation: Portrait Photography 'From Snapshots to Great Shots'

Photography Book Recommendation: Portrait Photography 'From Snapshots to Great Shots'
Portrait Photography  :  Front Cover
Portrait Photography  'From Snapshots to Great Shots'
By Erik Valind 2014 (Hard copy)


A highly recommended book by author / photographer 
Erik Valind (with very good reader / user reviews on Amazon). The author / photographer not only explains, but demonstrates the correct application(s) of camera / lens settings for improving portrait photos (inside / outdoors / various low light conditions).

I acquired this portraiture photography book mainly for assistance with the following portrait / light fundamentals:
  • Camera / Lens selection
  • On-camera flash (outdoors / inside / studio)
  • Off-camera flash / lighting modifies
  • Manipulation of light / light decisions and scenarios
  • Single-Person / group portraits 

This book is all about understanding the best camera / lens settings for getting the most out of portraiture photography. The 230+ pages are packed with the author's expert portraiture knowledge, skills and many practical portrait / posing demonstrations.

Chapter Contents

  • Top 10 Tips To Better Portraits
  • Camera Settings and Lens Selection
  • Posing, Rapport and Problem Solving
  • Working with Natural Light
  • Working with Existing Indoor Light
  • On-Camera Flash
  • Adding Artificial Light and Lighting Modifiers
  • Single-Person Portrait Scenarios
  • Group Portrait Scenarios 

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Photography Book Recommendation: Portrait Photography 'From Snapshots to Great Shots'
Portrait Photography  :  Back Cover
Portrait Photography Cover Images: From Vernon Chalmers Personal Copy