| Lighting Techniques for Low Key Portrait Photography Contributor(s): Phillips, Norman (Author) |
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ISBN: 1584281200 ISBN-13: 9781584281207 Publisher: Amherst Media OUR PRICE: $31.46 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2004 Annotation: Low key portraits are both dramatic and mysterious; they are characterized by use of dark tones and low lighting, and have a very intense, serious feel. While the concept behind the creation of this style of portraiture seems straightforward, low key portraiture poses some unique challenges to the photographers who attempt to use it. This book will show you how to create the best lighting setups, orchestrate the best poses, select suitable clothing, backgrounds, props and more. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Photography | Subjects & Themes - Portraits & Selfies - Photography | Techniques - Lighting |
| Dewey: 778.92 |
| LCCN: 2003103030 |
| Physical Information: 0.38" H x 8.4" W x 10.98" (1.14 lbs) 128 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Photographers learn from a master the impact and drama that can be created through the precise creation of low key portraits-portraits in which the tonal range is primarily dark. While the low key technique lends a classic, artistic, subdued mood to images that may seem relaxed and effortless, creating this style presents significant challenges for the photographer, all of which are addressed in this book. Guidelines for selecting the best lighting equipment and light modifiers for efficiently creating low key portraits are detailed, as are the most effective techniques for measuring the light in the scene for correct exposure. Photographers of all levels learn to consider the impact of creating images in a controlled key. |