The 5th edition softcover book Light Science & Magic: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting written by Fil Hunter, Steven Biver, Paul Fuqua and published by Focal Press provides you with a comprehensive theory of the nature and principles of light, with examples and instructions for practical application. Featuring photographs, diagrams, and step-by-step instructions, this book speaks to photographers of all levels. It includes information on how to light the most difficult subjects, such as surfaces, metal, glass, liquids, extreme contrasts and portraits.
Steven Biver has over twenty years of experience as a commercial photographer specializing in portraits, still life, photomontage, and digital manipulation. He is also the co-author of FACES: Photography and The Art of Portraiture, another Focal Press publication.
Paul Fuqua has worked as an editorial and wildlife photographer for more than thirty-five years. He started his own production company in 1970 and is dedicated to teaching through the use of visuals.
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Introduction
- Chapter 1: Light: the Beginning
- Chapter 2: Light: the Raw Material of Photography
- Chapter 3: The Management of Reflection and the Family of Angles
- Chapter 4: Surface Appearances
- Chapter 5: Revealing Shape and Contour
- Chapter 6: Metal
- Chapter 7: The Case of the Disappearing Glass
- Chapter 8: Making Portraits
- Chapter 9: The Extremes
- Chapter 10: Traveling Light
- Chapter 11: Setting Up Your First Studio
Appendix: Reliable Suppliers
Index