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Crafting the Natural Light Look
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Crafting the Natural Light Look

by Sandra Coan
January 2020
Beginner to intermediate
184 pages
4h 57m
English
Rocky Nook
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CHAPTER 7

START TO FINISH

I’m a big fan of simplicity, especially in portraiture. In a well-done portrait, one person sitting in front of a blank wall or plain paper backdrop can be incredibly impactful. With the distractions stripped away, the only thing to focus on is the person in the frame. That allows the photographer and the viewer to see who that person is in a clear and straightforward way.

When I’m photographing someone, I want to see them not everything around them. I want telling their story to be my primary focus. That’s why I’m such a fan of a minimalistic approach. I feel the same way about lighting. Lighting doesn’t have to be complicated to be beautiful. With just one light and one modifier, you can create a multitude of looks. ...

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ISBN: 9781681985510