Monte Zucker's Portrait Photography Handbook - (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Master of portraiture Monte Zucker presents page after page of essential photographic lessons to enable photographers to achieve and exceed their financial and artistic goals. Providing instructions on how to conduct a well-crafted client consultation, readers will learn which angles of the face to photograph, how to pose the body, where to place the camera, and the proper positioning of lighting equipment in order to cultivate an emotional connection with clients to produce an ideal image. Chapters with expert advice on digital imaging cleanup and finishing techniques, clothing and makeup selection, and location and studio backdrop options to reinforce portrait concepts are also included.

Review Quotes

"This book is certain to improve the quality of your images and that makes it a must-have addition to your personal library." --"Shutterbug"

About the Author

Monte Zucker is a world-renowned photographer and lecturer who was named Portrait Photographer of the Year by the United Nations in 2002. He is also a recipient of the Wedding and Portrait Photographers International Lifetime Achievement Award. He lives in North Miami Beach, Florida.