The Best of Portrait Photography Techniques and Images from the Pros

Featuring techniques and images from more than 40 of the industry's top photographers, this resource shows the best methods for lighting and posing individuals, couples, and groups, both on location and in the studio. Details are included on how to pose subjects, elicit expressions, create dynamic compositions, and utilize traditional lighting setups. Whether a photographer shoots weddings, group portraits, executive images or a little bit of everything, this book serves as a how-to guide and an idea file. Fully updated with all new images and covering the newest digital technology and latest software versions, this resource is an indispensable guide for photographers.

Bill Hurter is the editor of Rangefinder and the author of The Best of Children's Portrait Photography, Group Portrait Photography Handbook, The Portrait Photographer's Handbook, and The Best of Wedding Photography. He lives in West Covina, California.