Mastering Portrait Photography: The Definitive Guide for Photographers

Mastering Portrait Photography is a practical guide to mastering essential techniques required to capture stunning images.

Award-winning photographers Paul Wilkinson and Sarah Plater believe that portraits should not be formal, corporate style poses that reveal nothing of the subject’s emotions or personality. Their modern, fresh and vibrant approach to portraiture aims to capture a moment of the person’s lifestyle and make a lasting impression.

Mastering Portrait Photography discusses all the requisite skills for taking compelling portrait photographs: from choosing the best kit and mastering the essential techniques; to using the most effective lighting and setting to achieve your desired atmosphere and effect; to learning the secrets of working harmoniously and professionally with people of all ages and using the best postproduction techniques to get the most from your prints. This accessible guide shows how to capture beautiful, timeless images that will bring pleasure for generations.

Paul Wilkinson FBIPP FSWPP is a multi-award-winning international photographer, an ambassador for Graphistudio, Elinchrom and Pixellu, as well as a judge, trainer, speaker and author in the photography industry. He hosts the popular Mastering Portrait Photography podcast, where he chats about life, the universe and all things portrait photography.

Sarah Plater is a multi-award-winning photographer who specializes in studio portraits. She is particularly passionate about working with clients who usually hate having their photo taken, using her knowledge of psychology and interpersonal skills to help people relax and show authentic emotion in front of the camera. She is also the co-author of Foundation Portrait Photography and regularly teaches enthusiasts, hobbyists and semi-pros how to create better images. She lives in Oxfordshire, England.