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Spring Lighting and Portrait Photography

Ever wanted to learn how to take basic portraits of family members or friends and learn the basics of lighting a scene for portrait photography? This lists supports our workshop on the fundamentals of portrait photography with a special emphasis on lighting.

Pickering Public Library

18 items

  • This easy-to-follow pocket guide provides expert advice on: Cameras, lenses, lighting, focus and exposure for different types of portraiture. Candid, formal, single and group portraits, natural and artificial lighting. Portraits of…
    Online MagazineMedia Publishing Pty Limited
  • Light It, Shoot It, Retouch It

    Learn Step by Step How to Go From Empty Studio to Finished Image

    Kelby, Scott
    Learn the lighting steps the pros use! You see everything from the complete lighting setup (and all the gear used), to the shoot (including all the camera settings and a contact sheet of the progression of the shoot), to the all-important…
    BookBerkeley, Calif. : New Riders, [2012] — 778.72 Kel
  • Lighting With Purpose

    Professional Techniques for Portrait Photographers

    Dachowski, Jeff,
    You'll learn to restrict and enhance the light, add dramatic highlights and shadows to create dimension, and set the mood in the portrait. With these tips, you'll learn to handle location portrait challenges with ease and confidence.
    BookBuffalo, NY : Amherst Media, Inc., [2016] — 778.7 Dac
  • Camera priority settings for shutter speed and aperture produce good photos, but to create an amazing photo., photographers use the manual mode to achieve full control of the light used to produce images.
    Streaming VideoOutdoor Photography Guide, 2022
  • With this fascinating and beautifully illustrated book, you learn how to apply the techniques and principles of classic photography so you can make great images with today's digital equipment. Harold Davis, author and renowned fine art…
    BookSebastopol, Calif. : O'Reilly, [2008] — 775 Dav
  • The Best of Portrait Photography

    Techniques and Images From the Pros

    Hurter, Bill
    From posing and eliciting expressions to creating dynamic compositions and using traditional lighting set-ups, this is the indispensable guide to portrait photography.
    BookBuffalo : Amherst Media, [2003] — 778.92 Hur
  • This title is packed with tips, ideas and practical advise that will transform your images into stunning artistic candid shots.
    BookDartmouth [England] : Angela Patchell Books, [2008] — 778.92 Wil
  • One Light Flash

    Professional Quality Lighting on a Budget

    Denton, John, 1970-
    Just one flash unit and a DSLR camera: that's all it takes to get beautifully lighted images. Revealing his proven shooting techniques, leading photographer John Denton shows how to achieve great effects--indoors and out--from minimal…
    BookNew York : Lark Photography Books, [2012] — 778.72 Den
  • Step-by-step Posing for Portrait Photography

    [Simple Lessons for Quick Learning and Easy Reference]

    Smith, Jeff, 1962-
    In portrait photography, posing must make the client look amazing, and this book takes photographers through that process from start to finish. With short, one- or two-page lessons that are amply illustrated with before and after images,…
    BookBuffalo, N.Y. : Amherst Media, [2012] — 778.92 Smi
  • Human Portrait Photography

    Fundamentals of Photography II, Episode 9

    There are average, everyday portraits-and then there are unforgettable portraits. Focus here on candid, environmental portrait photographs outside the studio. You'll learn professional tips that can allow you to create deeper connections…
    Streaming VideoThe Great Courses, 2015
  • Just One Flash

    A Practical Approach to Lighting for Digital Photography

    Deutschmann, RodDeutschmann, Robin
    Filled with tips for producing paramount effects using a single flash, this guide shows amateur and professional photographers how to lighten their gear load and free up their budget.
    eBookAmherst Media, 2011
  • Offering digital photographers a complete course in photographic lighting, this book covers everything from using flash systems and studio lights to working outdoors in bright or low-light conditions
    eBookWiley, 2011
  • Offers a number of digital photography techniques for better picture taking.
    DVDNew York : Lark Books, [2008] — 775 Gre
  • Professor Sartore shows you how to effectively wield the small lights that come with basic cameras. What happens when you take the flash off your camera? Diffuse it with a tissue? Play around with shutter speeds?
    Streaming VideoThe Great Courses, 2015.
  • Understanding Light

    Fundamentals of Photography II, Episode 2

    Light, according to Professor Sartore, is what great photography is all about. In this lesson, he shows you how to take a more measured, thoughtful approach to various light sources, techniques, and effects-including back lighting, side…
    Streaming VideoThe Great Courses, 2015
  • Portrait photography entails taking posed photographs of individuals or set scenery and is the most common photo style among the most novice photography hobbyist to the most advanced photographer. With this easy-to-understand guide,…
    BookHoboken, N.J. : Wiley, [2010] — 778.92 Sah
  • This item is available for pick up at Central Library only. The Canon EOS Rebel T7i DSLR kit is the perfect way to learn and get started with digital photography or to photograph an upcoming event. The T7i is also suitable for video…
    Equipment# 3 Oct. 21