The Big Book of Glamour: 200 Secrets for Easier, Quicker and More Dynamic Photography

203 Pages·2016·8.2 MB·English

by  Young Richard.

Dedication
This book is dedicated to my mom, Elizabeth Henson Young. She always loved the
saying “keep it real.” Over the years, she taught me that hard work is good—but
it’s just not hard work, it’s smart work. It is the tricks we learn over time that make
life easier (and, often, large companies don’t want these secrets out because then
their products are not needed!). Thank you, Mom!
About the Author
Richard Young is a professional photographer based in Las Vegas, NV, who
specializes in fine-art, fashion, glamour, and portrait photography. His career has
taken him around the country, working on assignment and teaching his methods to
other aspiring professionals. Richard’s images have appeared in Maxim magazine,
USA Today, Gaming Today magazine, and a variety of other print and Internet-
based publications. He has also created commercial images for some of the world’s
most luxurious casinos and resorts—and photographed a variety of celebrities,
including Diana Ross and Mary J. Blige. He is the author of Create Erotic
Photography (Amherst Media, 2013). To see more, visit www.theartoferotica.com.
You can also e-mail Ric at [email protected].
Copyright © 2015 by Richard Young.
All rights reserved.
All photographs by the author unless otherwise noted.
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Associate Editor: Barbara A. Lynch-Johnt
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Business Manager: Adam Richards
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ISBN-13: 978-1-60895-841-2
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Contents
Introduction
About This Book
My Promises to You
How to Read or Use This Book
A Note About the Images
Help Me Help You
Working with Models
Overview
1. Start with Your Significant Other
2. Keep It Professional
3. Explain the Plan
4. Minimize Cancellations
5. Understand the Model’s Skills
6. Don’t Get Too Invested in One Model
7. Watch for “Shock and Awe” Approaches
Know When to Let Your Lawyer Handle It
8. Lead by Learning and Doing
9. Photograph the Model’s ID—Always
How I Shoot IDs
Don’t Work with Minors—At All
10. Releases, Releases, and More Releases
US 2257 Legislation
11. How to Pay Your Models
12. Know When It’s Over
13. Ban Drugs and Alcohol
14. Minimize Razor Burn
15. Have Her Shave Everywhere
16. Use Preparation H for Razor Burn
17. Minimize Redness from Waxing
18. Manicure Suggestions
19. Clean Up with Baby Wipes
20. Skip the Self-Tanning Cream
21. Choose the Right Hair Color
Minimize Hair Washing
22. Contributor Tip: The Right Brow Color
23. Loose Clothing Before the Shoot
24. Hydrate and Rest
25. Be True to Ourselves
26. Ask Questions and Stick to the Plan
27. Bring What You Want to Shoot In
28. Don’t Bring What You Don’t Want to Shoot In
29. Give Her Some Privacy
30. Keep the Conversation Light
31. Allow an Escort
32. Cover Your Bases
Styling and Idealization
Overview
33. Don’t Get Hung Up on Traditional Beauty
34. Enhance Her Favorite Features
35. Minimize Her Least Favorite Features
36. Ask About Clothing
37. The Clothes Make the Shoot
38. Heels, Heels, and More Heels
39. Found It Cheap? Buy Extras!
40. It Doesn’t Have to Be Nude
41. Hire Hair and Makeup Artists
42. Use Lotion for Great-Looking Skin
43. Ice It
Posing and Props
Overview
44. Start Slowly
45. Print Out Poses and Ideas
46. Start with Semi-Nudes
47. Don’t Rush
48. Don’t Surprise Her
49. Contributor Tip: Never Photograph Straight On
50. Show the Shoulders
51. Watch Your Words
52. Be Flexible with Direction
53. What Feels Strange May Not Look Strange
54. Restrain Your View
55. Assignment: Focus on One Body Part
56. Minimize Cropping
57. Add a Prop for Better Posing
58. Ideas for Small Props
59. Ideas for Large Props
60. A Happy Model Makes All the Difference
Shooting Skills
Overview
61. Know Your Camera
62. Shoot RAW (Mostly)
63. Shoot Wide Open
How I Shoot It
64. Try a Wide-Angle Lens
65. Try a Long Lens
66. Contributor Tip: Long Lens, Wide Aperture
67. Shoot in Manual Mode—Almost Always
68. Use Auto Modes on Occasion
69. Drag the Shutter
70. Zoom It Open
71. Shoot a Few Rolls of Film
72. Buy a Color Checker—and Use It!
73. Learn the Zone System
74. Test, Test, and Re-Test
75. Think About How Much to Shoot
76. Assignment: Try Some On-Lens Filters
77. Smart-Phone Shooting Can Be Smart
78. Be Quick and Discreet
79. Try the iPhone’s Pano Mode
80. Use the iPhone for Its Burst Mode
81. Create an Equipment Checklist
Lighting
Overview