Light and Lighting in People and Portrait Photography

Light and lighting are essential for a well taken photograph. This may sound simple, but it's what the true art of photography is all about. A photographer's skill in handling the light and getting stunning results is especially important when it comes to people and portrait photography. Portrait photographer Friedrun Reinhold helps you to find the perfect lighting for your motif. From the basics of light to various aspects of flash and continuous light, this book provides an excellent overview of everything you need to know.

About the author

Friedrun Reinhold is a German photographer who runs various studios and specializes in people and portrait photography. He is the author of the successful publication Digital People and Portrait Photography .

Summary

Light and lighting are essential for a well taken photograph. This may sound simple, but its what the true art of photography is all about. A photographers skill in handling the light and getting stunning results is especially important when it comes to people and portrait photography. Portrait photographer Friedrun Reinhold helps you to find the perfect lighting for your motif. From the basics of light to various aspects of flash and continuous light, this book provides an excellent overview of everything you need to know.

Product details

• Authors: Friedrun Reinhold
• Publisher: mitp-Verlag
• Original title: Licht und Beleuchtung in der People- und Porträtfotografie
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.11.2011
• EAN: 9783826691812
• ISBN: 978-3-8266-9181-2
• No. of pages: 240
• Weight: 717 g
• Illustrations: w. col. figs.
• Series: Edition ProfiFoto; mitp Edition ProfiFoto; mitp Edition Profifoto
• Subjects: Guides > Hobby, home > Photography, filmmaking, video filmmaking; Humanities, art, music > Art > Photography, film, video, TV; Blitzlicht, Beleuchtung, Porträtfotografie