Available Light: Photographic Techniques for Using Existing Light Sources

by Don Marr

Overview

Emphasizing how to work with natural light rather than using supplementary lighting to create an artificial environment, photographers can use these simple techniques to mold existing light into the desired quality and shape. All situations are discussed, including overcast and sunny days, backlighting and flare, window light, daylight studios, natural reflectors, and studio lighting at home, offering a plethora of ideas for finding, diffusing, and creating light. As photographers learn the advantages of shooting with available light—no set up, more spontaneity, more time to concentrate on the subject, and the ability to capture preexisting relationships—they not only become better photographers but gain confidence and an increased awareness of their artistic medium.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781584282556
Publisher:	Amherst Media, Incorporated
Publication date:	06/01/2009
Pages:	127
Product dimensions:	8.56(w) x 10.98(h) x 0.33(d)

About the Author

Don Marr is a portrait photographer and a photography instructor. He is the author of "Beginner's Guide to Photographic Lighting Techniques." He lives in Portland, Oregon.

Editorial Reviews

"The exercises presented for each topic make it easy to follow along using your own lights and subjects."  —www.Photo-Seminars.com

"Offers advice on finding locations with studio-quality lighting outdoors or indoors."  —SciTech Book News

"Marr's writing is clear, and exceptionally easy to read. The images he uses throughout the book are beautiful and illustrate his points well." —www.PortlandBookReview.com

From the Publisher

Offers advice on finding locations with studio-quality lighting outdoors or indoors.

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