Group Portrait Photography Handbook

by Bill Hurter

Photographers of human subjects will appreciate the advice in this guide for capturing groups on film. From basics such as posing and composition to technical aspects of focusing and lighting, this handbook addresses concerns for both amateur and professional photographers. Indoor and outdoor settings are discussed, as are tips for working with subjects to capture a variety of emotions and personalities. This latest edition has been freshened with 180 new images and an expanded section on digital technology, including information on white balance, resolution issues, and digital proofing.

Genres: Photography, Nonfiction

124 pages, Paperback

First published August 28, 2002

Reviews

[Shauna Parker · Rating 2 out of 5]

While the fundamentals of posing and working with groups hasn't changed entirely, the age of family groups wearing identical outfits (khakis and a blue work shirt anyone?) has thankfully mostly passed into history. Read this book for the basics but understand that the example photos are quite dated even for a book that's already around six years old.

[Ana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very helpful so far!

[Martin · Rating 2 out of 5]

more blah

[Darlene Romano · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book with a lot of helpful information on posing large groups. However, there were too many images showing only couples for a group portrait photography handbook.

[Marijana · Rating 3 out of 5]

Older book, but still great for learning how to properly pose.