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In this book, you
will
have info on how to create professional looking photos with everyday or
inexpensive equipment. Well detailed information as well as descriptive
photos and a posing guide. Ideal for couples or amateur photographers.
It is common for people to under estimate the importance of the
photographer. It is the photographer's skill and vision that makes the
difference between a photograph and a snapshot. Most people can't tell
you what makes the difference but they can see it in the images. It is
the photographer's job to know how to make that difference. Photography
is a blend of technical skill and imagination. Many years ago I was at
a photo club shoot in which there were a number of models
participating. I was shooting at one of the indoor sets with several
other photographers when the studio flashes started malfunctioning. At
that point I figured there was no reason to continue since anything I
shoot would be of poor quality so I disconnected and walked over to a
table to set my camera up for shooting outside. Someone else came to
the same table and was setting his camera up to connect to the
defective lighting rig. When I let him know about the problem he just
shrugged and said, "That's where the girl is". It is important to
remember that just having an attractive woman in the image is not
enough to make it a good photograph. Every photo has a story to tell
and it should not be "the photographer didn't care" Figure photography
is not as easy as it might seem. It is more that just having a pretty
girl take her clothes off. The photographer is often expected to direct
hairstyle, wardrobe, posing and to set the mood. Background composition
and lighting are also major components of the image. Also no woman is
perfect so there may be things that you wish to conceal, often without
letting her know that you are doing it. The technical aspects of
photography intimidate many people and many of the cameras don't help
that with the myriad of features and menus that are provided. However
basic operation of a camera is not as complex as you might think and
most people can take better pictures with just a few simple tips. When
it all comes together the results can be magic. The image is a split
second frozen in time. It can reflect a mood or tell a story. It is a
reflection of both the model and the photographer. I have received many
compliments from the models that I have worked with but the one that
stands out the most for me is a friend who told me that the images made
her feel better about herself. I often think about this and it has been
my goal that whether I am working with a professional or amateur model,
at the end of the day she is happy with the images as well.
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