Lighting Techniques for High Key Portrait Photography

Master photographer Norman Phillips shows readers how to avoid common pitfalls to produce flattering high key portraiture. Readers will learn to recognize high key portraits, and to create this popular style in their own studios—or in their backyards. From metering for perfect exposures, to achieving correct lighting ratios, to selecting an appropriate background, Phillips shows photographers how to compose artful, elegant images. SPECS: 8.5 X 11, paperback, 100 color photos, 128 pgs Norman Phillips is a master photographer who is the recipient of more than 150 awards, including the Accolade of Outstanding Photographic Excellence in Recognition of Contribution to the Industry. He has hosted many seminars, sponsored by corporations like Pentax Corporation, Eastman Kodak and Burrell Colour, Inc. Phillips is also a regular contributor to industry publications including Rangefinder magazine and the Wedding and Portrait Photographers International monthly newsletter.