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Direction & Quality of Light: Your Key to Better Portrait Photography Anywhere,New
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Providing readers with a study of learning how to turn poorly lit images into finely crafted, masterfully lit photographs, this guidebook instills photographers with the selfconfidence to think on their feet and photograph any portrait subject anywhere. Acclaimed photographer Neil van Niekirk presents seven distinctly different lighting scenariosavailable light, exposure metering, a touch of flash, bounced oncamera flash, offcamera flash, video light, and hard sunlightto show readers how to manipulate the direction and quality of light, the subjects and photographers position, and numerous other variables so as to turn a bad image into a stunning, professionallevel portrait. Packed with dozens of instructional, fullcolor photos, this work also features 10 sample photo sessions, allowing readers the opportunity to see the seven lighting scenarios put to practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Direction & Quality of Light'? A: The book focuses on teaching photographers how to effectively manage lighting in various scenarios to create stunning portrait photographs.
- Q: Who is the author of this photography guide? A: The author of 'Direction & Quality of Light' is Neil van Niekerk, an acclaimed photographer known for his expertise in lighting techniques.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 157 pages filled with instructional content and full-color photographs.
- Q: What types of lighting scenarios are covered in the book? A: The book covers seven different lighting scenarios: available light, exposure metering, on-camera flash, bounced on-camera flash, off-camera flash, video light, and hard sunlight.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in photography? A: Yes, the book is designed to instill self-confidence in photographers at all skill levels, making it suitable for beginners.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this guide? A: Readers can expect to learn how to manipulate light direction and quality, as well as how to position themselves and subjects for better portrait results.
- Q: Are there practical examples included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes 10 sample photo sessions that demonstrate the application of the seven lighting scenarios discussed.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Direction & Quality of Light' published? A: The book was published on March 4, 2013.
- Q: What makes this guide unique among photography books? A: This guide is unique due to its focus on practical lighting techniques and the variety of scenarios presented, helping photographers adapt to different environments.