Lighting is one of the most vital aspects of any photograph. The best images create drama and dimension, which goes beyond formulas and lighting recipes. In Lighting for Photographers: An Introductory Guide to Professional Photography, 2nd Edition, (PDF) commercial photographers and instructors Joe Lavine and Brad Bartholomew provide an exclusive philosophy of lighting, starting with an understanding of the features of lighting to build great shots.
Featuring interviews from professional photographers and illustrated with more than 200 images, this ebook introduces basic photographic concepts and equipment needs, and takes the reader from the lighting process through to beginning a successful career in photography both in the studio and on location. Readers will learn an inclusive approach to lighting including what light does, experimentation, composition, practical tools and techniques, metering and histograms, equipment, and how to launch and grow their career.
With downloadable instructor resources featuring quizzes and discussion questions, this completely updated edition is ideal for introductory level photography and lighting courses as well as an amateur photographer looking to implement the appropriate lighting to realize their conceptual and aesthetic goals.
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Whether you are a beginner or pro, Lighting for Photographers is a must-have guide to get you started or advance on the lighting skills you have. From detailed explanations of equipment to information techniques and concepts, this ebook is the latest and comprehensive guide to photographic lighting that I’ve seen. — Judith Pishnery, Photographer, Professor, and non-profit Arts Organization Executive Director
How we shape and handle light is how we speak as photographers. In this ebook the authors share their understandings as professional photographers by teaching the process of building with light. They motivate the reader to learn basic lighting techniques and then break new ground to build something extraordinary. This is a great ebook that includes more than just the basics of lighting, geared toward individuals who want to take their photography to a new level and start a professional career. — Jerome Sturm, Photographer/Digital Artist
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