Commercial Photographer's Master Lighting Guide: Food, Architectural Interiors, Clothing, Jewelry, and More - Paperback

by Robert Morrissey (Author)

From lighting glass objects to photographing models indoors and out, this handbook demonstrates how to effectively use and control light using a variety of traditional and unconventional lighting equipment. Written by award-winning photographer Robert Morrissey for both the professional and the serious amateur photographer, this guide explains the different types of light and how to work with modifiers such as panels, umbrellas, grids, and mirrors. More than 100 detailed lighting diagrams help ensure proper placement and are useful while pitching ideas to clients. Money-saving equipment and accessory alternatives are discussed along with strategies for working through obstacles during a shoot, making this manual a must-have resource for success on every project. This revised edition includes incorporates new equipment references, while adding several up-to-date case studies.

Author Biography

Robert Morrissey is a commercial photographer and the owner of Big Red Nose Productions. His work has appeared in numerous publications, including National Geographic Explorer, Time, and the Wall Street Journal and his images have been used by such companies such as GNC, Hallmark, Lady Footlocker, and Olympus. He lives in Louisville, Colorado.