Jeff Smith's Studio Flash Photography: Techniques for Digital Portrait Photographers

by Jeff Smith

Overview

With a practical approach to the art and business of professional photography, this handbook shows how to use lighting more effectively, efficiently, and economically. Beginning with a discussion of lighting sources and moving into an outline of light modifiers, this guide demonstrates how a few light sources can be infinitely modified to create precision lighting effects that are customized for each subject. Every aspect of designing a flattering lighting setup is covered in detail, with techniques from head-and-shoulders business portraits to full-length glamour images. Including before-and-after shots and ample setup shots to show lighting from both the photographer’s and subject’s point of view, this invaluable resource is a must-have for photographers looking to improve their studio lighting skills.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781608953196
Publisher:	Amherst Media, Incorporated
Publication date:	12/01/2010
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	126
File size:	4 MB

About the Author

Jeff Smith is an award-winning portrait photographer and the author of Jeff Smith's Posing Techniques for Location Portrait Photography, Posing for Portrait Photography, and Posing Techniques for Digital Portraits. He lives in Fresno, California.

Editorial Reviews

"Smith shows the photographer how head and shoulders portraits can be just as rewarding as full-length portraits—both creatively and financially."  —PSA Journal, on Jeff Smith's Guide to Head and Shoulders Portrait Photography

"Smith's guide will quickly prove to be a valuable resource that you will treasure."  —Shutterbug, on Jeff Smith's Guide to Head and Shoulders Portrait Photography

"Professional photographer Jeff Smith provides plenty of top-quality advice that will help you capture the perfect portrait in any type of environment."  —Shutterbug, on Jeff Smith's Posing Techniques for Location Portrait Photography

"[Smith] goes into immense detail with respect to techniques, even including tips for photographers on areas like how to cover 'age factor' on your pictures."  —Better Photography, on Jeff Smith's Posing Techniques for Location Portrait Photography

"A professional photographer based in central California who emphasizes art over product, says that Photoshop is not all that is needed to take quality digital photos." —www.BookNews.com

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