My introduction to Fine Art Portrait Photography. The essential guide for beginner photographers interested in portraits.
What’s inside the eBook?
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Who I am, and why me
What you’ll get out of this book
How long will it take?
What you need
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A brief history
Why portraits?
The importance and place of portraits in the art world
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The Exposure Triangle
The Artistic Triangle
Secondary Effects
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Camera
Lens
Lighting
Accessories
The $500 kit
The $750 kit
The $1,000 kit
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Shooting Modes
Metering
Focus Modes
Focal Length
Image Formats
Other Settings
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What is Light and why it’s important
How to ‘see’ light
Natural vs. Artificial Light
Soft vs. Harsh Light
How to ‘improve’ light
Lighting terms and techniques
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The art of visual language
The art of storytelling
Finding emotional depth
Elements vs. principles of art
Fine art photography
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Importance of Editing
Editing for Portraits
Artificial Intelligence
Editing STEP ONE
Editing STEP TWO
Editing STEP THREE
Editing STEP FOUR
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Creating an online portfolio
Utilising social media for exposure
Networking and collaborating
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Dealing with difficult light
Overcoming shyness and nervousness
Handling challenging subjects
Managing logistics
Recap of key concepts and techniques
Setting personal goals
Embracing creativity
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