Michael Freeman's Photo School: Portrait Paperback

At some point, all photographers are called upon to shoot a proper portrait combining technical skill with personable demeanour to capture someone in their best possible light.

Michael Freeman teaches you how to achieve flattering portrait results with a variety of both traditional and modern styles. Learn how to set your subjects at ease and bring out their natural beauty with a friendly yet professional attitude.

Feel confident giving directions on posing and stance with a thorough review of the classic approaches, from head-and-shoulder shots to full-length compositions, and everything in between. Take creative control of your portrait sessions by learning to manipulate the light to your own ends whether that means bouncing sunlight o a reflector or building your own studio setups with multiple flash units.

The complex science of photographic lighting is explained in straightforward and easy-to-understand language, with abundant and inspirational examples.

Finally, master the fundamentals of post-production finishing techniques to make sure every portrait looks its absolute best.

Your subjects will thank you for it!