The Naked and the Lens: A Guide to Nude Photography - Softcover

Benjamin, Louis

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0240811593 ISBN 13: 9780240811598

Publisher: Focal Press, 2009

Synopsis

Spring time - the first artistic nude photography book published and the best seller art photo book in Viet Nam. The bilingual, Vietnam-English book "Spring Time" is the first nude art photography book published in Vietnam, also is a collection of nude photos taken over the past 15 years by Thai Phien as well as 20 articles written by the photographer about his career. Spring time is reproduced 3rd with the amount released on 10,000 copy within 6 months and became the best selling art nude photography book in Vietnam . The book has received the VAPA Cup from Vietnam Photographic Artists' Association and has been voted by Voice of HCM City People Radio as one of the top ten cultural events of 2008. Among which are two works named "Springtime" and "Back Home", exhibited in the Museum of International Photography in Spain. Please kindly go through Thai Phien´s website for seeing more his photography works of art, fan' comments and relevant information: www.thaiphienphoto.com NOTE: You wi

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Achieve beautiful and professional results with the pivotal guide to capturing inspiring nude forms. Each stunning photograph shows you how each shot can be technically achieved, and that nude photography is limitless. This book covers everything you need to know, from concept to post-production, including lighting, direction, and artistic re-interpretations of the nude form. Find models and prepare for your shoots with the legal considerations every photographer should know.

RAW capture, post-production with Photoshop and shooting with a gray card to obtain the most accurate while balance, are covered in effective detail. You can obtain studio quality effects from the lighting section, such as making hot-shoe flashes by converting them into umbrellas and soft boxes. Through interviews with leading international nude photographers and practical advice The Naked and the Lens will show you how to create striking nude works of art.

About the Author:

Lou Benjamin teaches a variety of technique courses at The International School of Photography.

About this edition

• Publisher: Focal Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0240811593
• ISBN 13: 9780240811598
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 248