The Art of Children's Portrait Photography
by Tamara Lackey
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Author: Tamara LackeyBrand: Amherst Media
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-11-01
ISBN: 1584282401
Number of pages: 128
Publisher: Amherst Media, Inc.
Product features:
- Understanding your subject and tailoring your photographic approach to their unique personality
- Lighting techniques for studio and location shoots
- Adopting an organic approach to posing, where simple coaching from the photographer creates natural, photogenic moments
- Using outdoor environments to best effects and creating a wide variety of studio images with simple sets
- Tips for effectively and efficiently organizing your business
Book Reviews of The Art of Children's Portrait Photography
Book Review: Just what I needed!
Summary: 5 Stars
Finally, a book that gets to the down-to-earth kind of instruction any budding photographer craves-- conversation-style REAL advice I feel excited and almost privileged to be let in on. Connecting with children upon first meeting them can be a daunting ordeal, and when time is limited on a shoot to get them engaged/animated and capture their expressions in beautiful imagery, it can be darn near impossible. Time and time again I've found myself so overwhelmed by maintaining a positive interaction with my little subjects that I barely have time to think about the technicalities of shooting. I've often considered attending pricey workshops to glean this kind of expertise...the kind that can only come from years of successful professional photography, and in this case, from working with kids on a daily basis and getting to understand how they function (even includes a breakdown of personality types and how to approach them best/get them to open up!). If you've had the same thought, save your money, and get this book instead!! I've poured over it for hours on end, read it cover-to-cover multiple times and refer back to specific sections constantly, sometimes just long enough for inspiration to strike (which doesn't take long, the photos are breathtaking). Lackey does an excellent job of breaking down the first meeting and orientation process, and where to draw the line between playmate and professional.
Powerful portraiture is about connecting with your subject and allowing them to be at ease in front of the camera... this book hits this point spot on, and so many others, and has truly made my portrait sessions more productive and fun for myself and my clients, which shows in the quality (and expressiveness) of the resulting images. Though it is lighter on the end of technical advice, she does provide some pretty useful diagrams of studio lighting & backdrop options, and descriptions of working with multiple subjects and posing tactics, and a good section on location shoots. The book wraps up with a couple chapters on the business side (including marketing, workflow, etc) of things, which is less entertaining but still extremely helpful and informative. To sum it up, this book eased all of my fears and anxieties about working with kids, and inspired me to try new things and get involved and HAVE FUN with all sorts of subjects, even the shy evasive ones. I've even tried out some of Tamara's go-to sillyness tricks with older kids and lighthearted adults, to everyone involved's delight. :) Honestly can't praise this book enough, I'd reccommend it to ANYONE looking to get serious about children's photography but still have fun doing it! Way to go Tamara Lackey, you've helped breath life into my portrait business. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
Summary of The Art of Children's Portrait Photography
Contemporary photographs that cleverly capture a child's mood or personality--whether that's a big, toothy grin or a teary tantrum--are easily created with the tips and techniques explored in this in-depth handbook. Often called "lifestyle photography," modern techniques such as tightly cropped close-ups, vignettes, wide angles, and shallow depths produce images that are markedly less stiff and more expressive than traditional portraiture. From capturing great expressions and body language to integrating meaningful locations into the shoot to further express the subject's personality, this guide thoroughly explains how photographers can develop their image-storytelling skills to develop stunning portraits. Advice on creating platinum and chocolate-hued prints, vibrant color scenes, dramatic black & whites, and utilizing unusual textures or effects is also included.100% of Author proceeds go to Save The Children and the WorldWide Orphans Foundation.
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