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There are many aspects to professional photography: composition, camera angles, exposure, color balance, posing, and lighting just to name a few. However, while each of these aspects of photography is important in the creation of a professional portrait, lighting presents a special challenge that is part art and part science. When the two come together effectively, the results are stunning; when any one aspect of the recipe falls short, the result is a poor exposure or a downright unflattering look. On the artistic side of the scale, lighting is one of the primary tools for setting the mood of the portrait. It can communicate a sense of bright, airy ease or sharp, dramatic tensionor anything in between. Determining what look is right for the client (and for their intended use of the resulting portraits) is a key decision. From there, the photographer can begin to use light to sculpt the subjects features, minimizing problem areas or accentuating the subjects best features through the selection of light modifiers and the positioning of the lights themselves. Moving to the technical side, outdoor lighting present particular challengesbut also some significant advantages. Outdoors, photographers shoot at least partially with natural light. While this is (most of the day) an abundant light source, it is largely out of the control of the photographer. The light can change from moment to moment as clouds pass between the earth and sun. It also changes continually throughout the day as the sun moves across the sky. Since he cant completely control the light, the photographer must be prepared to adapt his subjects pose and position to create flattering results with the light as-is. Alternately, the photographer can tweak the lighting by augmenting the sunlight with flash or reflectorsor even softening it, using scrim or other diffusers. (Of course, this leaves another major concern: the background. Even if the light on the subject can be perfected, rarely can the photographer also control the light on an area as large as the backgroundmaking it a major concern in the process of posing and lighting.) So, given all this, why would any photographer choose to make portraits outside? One advantage is that the lighting and scenes are freemaking outdoor photography a great starting point for those entering the field. Even established studios, however, have found that clients simply like the natural, timeless look of outdoor portraits. This makes them strong sellers. Additionally, most portrait subjects are more at ease in natural light than when seated in front of bright, noisy studio-flash unitsand relaxed subjects translate into better expressions, and better overall portraits. In this book, Smith takes you through the process or lighting outdoor portraits from start to finish, covering both the artistic and technical aspects of achieving success. Short one- or two-page lessons are amply illustrated to guide the reader through each phase. In many cases, before and after imagesor image sequences showing variations and alternative approachesare presented to facilitate learning. Readers are encouraged to have this book with them during practice sessions and work on replicating or refining the provided examples, creating a self-study course in the art of lighting for outdoor portrait photography.

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About the Author

Jeff Smith is a professional photographer and the owner of two very successful studios in central California. His numerous articles have appeared in Rangefinder, Professional Photographer, and Studio Photography and Design magazines. Jeff has been a featured speaker at the Senior Photographers International Convention, as well as at numerous seminars for professional photographers. He has written seven books, including Outdoor and Location Portrait Photography; Corrective Lighting, Posing, and Retouching Techniques for Portrait Photographers; Professional Digital Portrait Photography; and Success in Portrait Photography (all from Amherst Media). His common-sense approach to photography and business makes the information he presents both practical and very easy to understand.

Copyright 2014 by Jeff Smith.

All rights reserved.

All photographs by the author.

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Amherst Media, Inc.

P.O. Box 586

Buffalo, N.Y. 14226

Fax: 716-874-4508

www.AmherstMedia.com

Publisher: Craig Alesse

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Assistant Editor: Barbara A. Lynch-Johnt

Editorial Assistance from: Sally Jarzab, John Loder, Carey A. Miller

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ISBN-13: 978-1-60895-704-0

Library of Congress Control Number: 2013952488

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Notice of Disclaimer: The information contained in this book is based on the authors experience and opinions. The author and publisher will not be held liable for the use or misuse of the information in this book.


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I mages taken outside of a studio are some of the most striking and personalized portraits that we can create. Contrary to what many photographers think, however, outdoor portraits can be both efficient and profitable.

In our studio, we photograph primarily high-school seniors. This requires a larger-than-normal variety of backgrounds, sets, and props. We have expensive sets from Off the Wall and Scenic Designs, countless painted backdrops, and a Harley Davidson motor-cycle. We even have a Dodge Viper for our seniors to be photographed with (although thats kind of fun for me, too!).

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