The Big Book of Glamour · 200 Secrets for Easier, Quicker and More Dynamic Photography

Model photography may seem like a glamourous job, but it's definitely filled with an array of road bumps that can trip up even the most seasoned pro or savvy businessperson. If you've ever wished you had a mentor to take along for the ride--someone who can help you to navigate the pitfalls and rise to new artistic and financial heights--you've found your hero in Ric Young. Ric's one-size-fits-all book offers something for everyone. Broken into eight sections--(1) models, (2) doing more with your camera, (3) Lighting, (4) Ideas, Themes, and Assignments, (5) Marketing and PR, (6) Art Tips, (7) Miscellaneous Tips, and (8) User-Submitted Ideas, no topic is untouched. The book is organized with ease-of-use in mind; there is no real start or finish. You can start right at page one and progress in a linear matter, flip to any page, or focus only on the topics that appeal to you most. Whether you want to know what your model should be doing to prepare for the shoot (or you want to help learn how to help her prepare for her session), how to handle model releases and copyright issues, or how to work with the latest software to create great effects in postproduction, Ric Young has you covered. If lighting techniques have left you feeling a little in the dark, you can turn to the lighting section to brush up on light placement, traditional lighting styles, light ratios, working with nontraditional light sources, and more. Need a little help in getting familiar with the powerful creative tools hidden in your camera's menus? You'll learn how to choose the best exposure settings, shoot in manual, play with various lenses, and push your creative boundaries through specialized techniques like zooming wide open or dragging the shutter. Are you feeling at a loss about designing a killer image concept that will get the model noticed? Ric Young has you covered. Do you need to learn how to work the circuit so you can connect with your photographic community and create a buzz about your work? Help is at your fingertips in this book. Filled with fresh ideas, self-assignments that will spark your creative efforts, and even technical tips, this book will pique you creativity, help you grow your skills, and give you the tools you need to excel.