--- product_id: 46760598 title: "The Dramatic Portrait: The Art of Crafting Light and Shadow" price: "38635CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/46760598-the-dramatic-portrait-the-art-of-crafting-light-and-shadow store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # The Dramatic Portrait: The Art of Crafting Light and Shadow **Price:** 38635CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Dramatic Portrait: The Art of Crafting Light and Shadow - **How much does it cost?** 38635CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/46760598-the-dramatic-portrait-the-art-of-crafting-light-and-shadow) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description In The Dramatic Portrait: The Art of Crafting Light and Shadow , Chris Knight addresses portraiture with a unique approach to both light and shadow that allows you to improve and elevate your own portraiture. Without light, there is no photograph. As almost every photographer knows, the word “photograph” has its roots in two Greek words that, together, mean “drawing with light.” But what is less commonly acknowleEAed and understood is the role that shadow plays in creating striking, expressive imagery, especially in portraiture. It is through deft, nuanced use of both light and shadow that you can move beyond shooting simply ordinary, competent headshots into the realm of creating dramatic portraiture that can so powerfully convey a subject’s inner essence, communicate a personal narrative, and express your photographic vision. In The Dramatic Portrait: The Art of Crafting Light and Shadow , Chris Knight addresses portraiture with a unique approach to both light and shadow that allows you to improve and elevate your own portraiture. He begins with the history of portraiture, from the early work of Egyptians and Greeks to the sublime treatment of light and subject by artists such as Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and Vermeer. Chris then dives into a deep, hands-on exploration of light, shadow, and portraiture, offering numerous lessons and takeaways. He covers: • The qualities of light: hard, soft, and the spectrum in between • The relationships between light, subject, and background, and how to control them • Lighting patterns such as Paramount, Rembrandt, loop, and split • Lighting ratios and how they affect contrast in your image • Equipment: from big and small modifiers to grids, snoots, barn doors, flags, and gels • Multiple setups for portrait shoots, including those that utilize one, two, and three lights • How color contributes to drama and mood, eliciting an emotional response from the viewer • How to approach styling your portrait, from wardrobe to background • The post-processing workflow, including developing the RAW file, maximizing contrast, color grading, retouching, and doEAing and burning for heightened drama and effect • How all of these elements culminate to help you define your personal style and create your own narrative Review: Witty and informative. Technical, but entertaining. - Non fiction doesn't have to be boring. I feel like the author would be lots of fun after a few drinks at a party. The beginning of the book is a quick art history lesson interspersed with bits of humor and a few pop culture references. It was entertaining and informative. The latter part of the book goes into detail about the the effects of lighting changes, with images depicting the changing light, along with descriptions of how it is achieved. It would be a good book to keep handy when setting up studio lighting, as a reference. If you want a crash course in art history as it relates to portrait photography, this book is a good choice. Review: Wonderful book for Chris Knight fans and taking your portrait lighting to the next level! - For fans of Chris Knight, this book is a wonderful look into his workflow and sources of inspiration that he pulls for for his own work. The book goes into lightning techniques and some post processing, but I most enjoyed the addition of a brief history of portraiture and the portrayal of the human form throughout the more significant art movements. I took an Art History class in college so the opening chapter of the book was a nice refresher. I wouldn't call the book revolutionary by any means, but Chris' approach to lighting principles, post production, and developing a 'style' is very easy to understand and can take your portrait photography to the next level. You can find video interviews and classes he's taught (BH Photo Video) while promoting this book, but having the book on hand is a nice reference. Highly recommended. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #233,001 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #87 in Digital Photography (Books) #96 in Photography Reference (Books) #194 in Portrait Photography | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 777 Reviews | ## Images ![The Dramatic Portrait: The Art of Crafting Light and Shadow - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71hr9nnMdoL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Witty and informative. Technical, but entertaining. *by R***T on December 25, 2020* Non fiction doesn't have to be boring. I feel like the author would be lots of fun after a few drinks at a party. The beginning of the book is a quick art history lesson interspersed with bits of humor and a few pop culture references. It was entertaining and informative. The latter part of the book goes into detail about the the effects of lighting changes, with images depicting the changing light, along with descriptions of how it is achieved. It would be a good book to keep handy when setting up studio lighting, as a reference. If you want a crash course in art history as it relates to portrait photography, this book is a good choice. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful book for Chris Knight fans and taking your portrait lighting to the next level! *by R***D on April 24, 2018* For fans of Chris Knight, this book is a wonderful look into his workflow and sources of inspiration that he pulls for for his own work. The book goes into lightning techniques and some post processing, but I most enjoyed the addition of a brief history of portraiture and the portrayal of the human form throughout the more significant art movements. I took an Art History class in college so the opening chapter of the book was a nice refresher. I wouldn't call the book revolutionary by any means, but Chris' approach to lighting principles, post production, and developing a 'style' is very easy to understand and can take your portrait photography to the next level. You can find video interviews and classes he's taught (BH Photo Video) while promoting this book, but having the book on hand is a nice reference. Highly recommended. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Chritopher Knight nails it with this book! *by H***H on July 18, 2017* The Dramatic Portrait is the essence of Christopher Knight's style and his skill at teaching. Chris has also been regarded as a highly skilled instructor of photography and particularly lighting as he teaches at the collegiate level and at workshops. Here we finally get a chance to sit down with a well written book that is extremely easy to understand. Chris presents his material in a simple format with great photos, diagrams and references throughout. It is with high regard that I recommend this book for any photographer trying to improve their skills with lighting. 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