Archive for the ‘Tips & Tricks’ Category

Paint Shop Pro Photo Ultimate

Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

Vollversion Paint Shop Pro Photo Ultimate / vX2 / Windows / deutsch / CD Mini box

Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 Ultimate enthält alle erforderlichen Werkzeuge und Funktionen für den digitalen Foto Workflow. Dank  der vielen 1-Klick-Fotokorrekturen lassen sich gängige Fotofehler (rote Augen, Farbe, Schärfe) schnell und einfach korrigieren. Mit den Make-Up-Werkzeugen können Sie Zähne weißer wirken lassen, Hautunreinheiten spurlos zum Verschwinden bringen und allen Personen auf Ihren Fotos einen gesunden, makellosen Teint verleihen. Mit zunehmender Übung können Sie die Leistungsstärke der vielen professionellen Funktionen nutzen – beispielsweise die HDR-Fotozusammensetzung oder die Werkzeuge für Histogramm-, Kurven- und Ebenenanpassungen.

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…read this book: Make-Up Art

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

Make-Up Art (Creative Crafts)

A step-by-step introduction to art skills and techniques; Use of modern methods and accessible materials supported by excellent colour photography; Further information sections.

Synopsis
A step-by-step introduction to art skills and techniques; Use of modern methods and accessible materials supported by excellent colour photography; Further information sections.

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The Makeup Artist Handbook: Techniques for Film, Television, Photography, and Theatre (Taschenbuch)

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

The Makeup Artist Handbook: Techniques for Film, Television, Photography, and Theatre

This full-color and amply illustrated book is written for film, television, and theatre makeup artists who need to know the basics on how to accomplish flawless makeup applications. It begins with fundamental practices and continues through more complex techniques usually known only by Hollywood makeup artists. Written by two expert authors who have experience doing makeup for television, commmercials, and blockbuster films, readers will learn about beauty, time periods, black and white film, as well as cutting edge techniques such as air brusshing makeup for computer-generated movies, and makeup effects. High definition (HD) technology has revolutionized the techniques needed by makeup artists – you need to know more, have more talent, and be more detailed than ever before. Because HD emphasizes every detail on screen, it’s essential for makeup artists to know how to achieve a desired ‘look’ that fits the director’s requirements. This book will help professional and aspi (more…)

just read before shooting… Posing Techniques

Friday, October 2nd, 2009

Posing Techniques for Photographing Model Portfolios

“Simple tricks of the trade will enable you to bring out the best in every subject. This comprehensive book will quickly prove its worth.” -”Shutterbug”

With detailed discussions and eye-catching, dynamic images, this guidebook shows professional photographers how to masterfully create beautiful images of a model to achieve any creative objective. Instructions illustrate basic poses as well as a host of subtle variations to provide photographers with an endless array of looks for editorial fashion shots, athletics, glamour or nude photography, and shots designed to show curves, reveal personality, or showcase the hands, hair, or legs. This comprehensive resource also provides expert advice on conducting a successful session, how to work with the model, how to work with a support staff of image stylists, and tips for designing a high-quality portfolio. Additional lessons provide a start-to-finish analysis of four different shooting sessions, … (more…)

Wigs and Make-Up for Theatre, TV and Film (Taschenbuch)

Tuesday, September 1st, 2009

Wigs and Make-Up for Theatre, TV and Film

Written for students who have chosen a career in the world of entertainment – theatre, television and film – who need to learn the basic skills of theatrical and media make-up and wigmaking. – Health and Beauty Salon, May 1994 “…a gem of a reference book that will help any budding professional on their way.” Warpaint, November 2003

This book teaches the basic skills of theatrical and media make-up and wigmaking. It is ideal for students aiming at a career in the world of entertainment – whether it be theatre, television or film – or those hoping to become make-up artists within these fields.
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What Is The Salary Of A Movie Stills Photographer?

Tuesday, March 31st, 2009

This is one of the types of photographers im thinking about becoming. Id love to do this but id still want to get a pretty decent pay. I’d also like to know what type of photographer gets paid more than a Movie Stills Photographer?

How Freelance Photographer For Magazine Get Paid ?

Tuesday, March 31st, 2009

I am going to have an interview for freelance photographer. I am just an amateur photographer and have no idea how things work as far as compensation.
Do they get paid per picture or per occasion ? How much is the average rate for freelance photographer for local magazine ?
Thank you.

Is Street Photography Legal In The Boston Area?

Saturday, March 28th, 2009

Just wondering if anyone would happen to now if street photography is legal in Boston, or the surrounding town? Or if it goes by state..if its legal in Massachusetts?
Case, your not sure, street photography is basically taking candid photos of strangers sometimes with their knowledge, sometimes without.

How Do I Achieve Bokeh With 55-200mm Lens On D80?

Saturday, March 28th, 2009

Just wondering what I should set my aperture and shutter speed to. :D And will I be able to achieve really good bokeh with this lens?