Customer Reviews

The BetterPhoto Guide to Photographing Children

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I have 3 boys and also have just started my own business as a portrait photographer. While I did know some of what was in the book I picked up alot of great tips to make my job easier. Now I enjoy photographing my children and clients and also come away with some shots that I would have never thought to get without the ideas in this book. The only reason I gave the book 4 stars instead of 5 was because I would have liked to have seen examples of what not to do. Before and after type of shots. If you take pictures of kids get this book! You won't be sorry! :~)

This book is simply too basic. I regret I bought it, as the other book that I bought is much more detailed and not so general. Its good for those who just started making photos, but for those that know what is shutter speed and aperture its really too primitive.

When it comes to photography, people (especially children) are my weak spot. I have struggled and struggled to create shots that are worth showing to the public. When I found that Jim Moitke had released a book on photographing children, i immediately had to own it. The book was just what I needed. Throughout the book, Jim gives great tips on how to capture children's images in a thoughtful, well-organized way. There are simple things like reminding the photographer that patience is a must (which is a good reminder for me), to actual technical guidance for the right lighting and posing. I especially like that all the photos have their "specs" so one can study what each photographer (not just Jim) did to create their masterpiece. Along the same lines, he also uses pictures from top photographers at [...] I thought this was a bonus, for it let you see a variety of captures, finding ones that fit your style. If you're a beginner, amateur or someone who just generally struggles capturing children at their finest (and I have 2 of them), then I strongly suggest that you purchase this book.

perfect detail, great advice, not to technical, definatly the best guide to photgraphing children I have come across, and I have read plenty of others

PACKED with pictures taken by the auther, Jim Miotke, as well as many BetterPhoto members, this book is visually educational and draws the viewer in from the very first page. The amazing talent displayed in the images makes the reader want to learn how to achieve the same results, and the cool thing is, the HOW is explained in simple and concise directions that will improve any level of photography and start a novice out in the right direction! This book is truly a useful and inspiring resource that will beneift anyone behind the camera "Photographing Chldren!"

The BetterPhoto Guide to Photographing Children--Thank you for this book! The step-by-step lessons are wonderful. I have to admit, getting on the children's level while photographing is a great "tool!" Even though it took a while to get back up, the photographs were outstanding. "The power of the perfect eye contact" is so important. I was so pleased that I could demonstrate this and have a great outcome with the pictures. Thank you for the fantastic information.

I purchased this book when it first came out and can honestly say that it is the best book on children photography that I have read. I am almost finished with the book and love the flow and the practical advice given in the book. It is very easy to follow and the assignments have encouraged me to get out and start taking pictures of kids. The tips on flash, setting up home "studios", paying attention to backgrounds, posing and basically how to make connections with the children have all been invaluable. I would recommend this book not only to parents that want to end up with better pictures of their kids, but also to photographers that want to gain experience in working with kids.

For me this book is the best on the market. I have been doing adult portraits and landscapes for a reason; they are much easier to take than children. However this book by Jim Miotke, a professional photographer and photography teacher at [...] has given me the insight and confidence to begin taking portraits of children. In fact I have already started with my grandchildren. The BetterPhoto Guide to Photographing Children is full of excellent advice on working with children. I have no regrets in purchasing this book! If you want to take pictures of children and want to learn with an easy to follow teacher, than this is the photography book for you! Awesome book one I will keep in my library for other family members to use...... Ritajane

The book is full of very helpful suggestions on photographing kids. Many or common sense rules that are easily forgotten as well as suggestions to raise your photography of kids to another level.

From beginners to professionals this book is for everyone! I am a professional photographer yet find myself reading through the pages and technical aspects of the settings etc, however, I bought several copies for some beginner friends of mine because I knew they would also get alot out of this book as well! Its a great book filled with great information, and pictures to match everything Jim is talking about- the photography is wonderful in fact! He doesnt leave anything out!! MAKES A GREAT GIFT!!!!!!