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Michael Freeman’s Photo School: Portrait

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28th January 2013

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Selected: ebook / ISBN-13: 9781781570746

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At some point, all photographers are called upon to shoot a proper portrait – combining technical skill with personable demeanour to capture someone in their best possible light. Michael Freeman teaches you how to achieve flattering portrait results with a variety of both traditional and modern styles.

Learn how to set your subjects at ease and bring out their natural beauty with a friendly yet professional attitude. Feel confident giving directions on posing and stance with a thorough review of the classic approaches, from head-and-shoulder shots to full-length compositions, and everything in between.

Take creative control of your portrait sessions by learning to manipulate the light to your own ends – whether that means bouncing sunlight o a reflector or building your own studio setups with multiple fl ash units. The complex science of photographic lighting is explained in straightforward and easy-to-understand language, with abundant and inspirational examples. Finally, master the fundamentals of post-production finishing techniques to make sure every portrait looks its absolute best. Your subjects will thank you for it!

Michael Freeman's Photo School