Portrait and Candid Photography Photo Workshop

Summary: LEARN TO CAPTURE PERSONALITIES WITH YOUR LENS Taking great "people pictures" isn't a matter of luck. The secret is in observing your subjects and connecting with them, and then using your camera to its best advantage. Here's how to work with lighting, location, angle, composition, physical characteristics, environment, and a host of other variables, including the unique challenges of photographing babies, group activ...ities, and action. Apply these techniques and watch your subjects come to life; then test your newfound skills by completing the assignments at the end of each chapter and collecting feedback on your work at pwsbooks.com. Study your subjects in their natural habitat--observe how they react and interact Discover simple techniques for improving photos of babies and children Learn to capture facial expressions Tell a story with a series of candid photos Add interest to large-group shots [read more]