From learning how to set up the perfect light for infants to understanding posing techniques for adorable images, this guide to shooting children’s portraits is an indispensable resource for photographers. Thorough sections on dealing with infants and working with toddlers and preschoolers include month-by-month and year-by-year developmental guides that ensure comfort and cooperation to help create unique, personalized images. An overview of equipment and a discussion of the essential tools for a shoot pairs with advice on presenting portraits, working with difficult parents, and securing referrals to make this an all-in-one resource for portrait photographers.
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"Sholin delves into the unique psychological perspectives that a photographer needs to know to get great photographs of infants, babies, toddlers, and preschool-age children." —Photographic magazine
About the Author
Marilyn Sholin is an award-winning professional photographer and studio owner. She lives in North Miami Beach, Florida.
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38 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As a photographer that has photographed tens of thousands of children and babies over the last 20 years, I feel qualified to say that the tips, tricks and techniques provided by Marilyn Sholin, in her new book, ABSOLUTELY WORK. Additionally, the information she provides would take some a "professional lifetime" to learn on one's own. Anyone planning to photograph children and babies can literally knock years off their learning curve by reading this book. Her techniques truly separate a true professional from a novice.
39 of 43 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
We are just starting a home-based photography business, and I have purchased many books of various subjects relating to photograhy in the past few months. This is by far one of the best yet, and the only one I've read entirely. The author shares many photographs that give you great ideas for props and poses. The text is very easy to understand, and therefore, not so overwhelming to those of us trying to cram in so much information during the startup of a business. There are suggestions for photographing and dealing with the different stages and ages of babies and children. The discussion on studio equipment is simple and to the point. She takes you through the steps of a portrait sitting, which was very helpful. I could go on and on, but I won't. It's a very good book, and I enjoyed reading it!
23 of 26 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
I am biased: I know Marilyn. She's photographed my kids, and the pictures are truly a joy. I think I've got the "credentials" to say how good she is ... I was a photojournalist, with credits in National Geographic and lots and lots of top magazines around the world.
Even if I did NOT know Marilyn, I would recommend this book to fellow photogs ... because at one time or another, we ALL have to photograph kids. She has the gift, and she spills her secrets willingly for all of us to benefit.
Studio lighting a challenge for you? It sure is for me. How perfect to have the diagrams, the explanations, and the tips from one of America's top pro's to guide us.
Whatever your stage in the photography world ... beginning to full-time pro, you'll be richer for discovering her proven techniques and straight-to-the-heart way of communicating.
And yes, it's loaded with pix. Naturally!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
1.0 out of 5 stars
WARNING: Shill reviews from Marilyn's colleagues - AVOID THIS BOOK
Do a few cross searches on some of the names posted in these reviews and you'll find much of the glowing praise comes from friends/associates of the author. Read more
Published on May 4, 2011 by Circusmonkey
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not For All Skill Levels
I am an advanced amateur who is trying to learn how to take photographs in a studio setting. I've always preferred photographing people in a candid way and using natural settings. Read more
Published on January 22, 2010 by Missy Stone
1.0 out of 5 stars
Misleading title, way too superficial
I can't understand the other reviews, and wonder if we read the same book.
First of all, the title: STUDIO Portrait Photography of Children and Babies. Read more
First of all, the title: STUDIO Portrait Photography of Children and Babies. Read more
Published on December 27, 2009 by Marino Prieto
5.0 out of 5 stars
very satisfied
This book came in time for my daughters birthday. Pictures were beautiful and the information was interesting to me and I'm not the photographer.
Published on July 31, 2009 by Marcia Hostetler
5.0 out of 5 stars
Outstanding Guide for baby poses
Very informative and awesome guide for a beginner who has no clue like me.. lol
Published on April 29, 2009 by A. Latif
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Resource for Photographing Kids
This is a great book. Full of useful information. It is very easy to understand and gives many beautiful examples of the techniques covered. Highly recommended.
Published on April 11, 2009 by D. Frederick
5.0 out of 5 stars
I couldn't put the book down
I really couldn't put the book down and just wished there were more to read. The only thing that I wanted to know was how to print the digital art on my printer. Read more
Published on March 16, 2009 by Barbara A. Okun
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome Info for the Serious Photographer
Marilyn's perspective on photographing children is spot-on perfect. The information in this book is exactly what is needed to gain an upper hand in an increasingly competitive... Read more
Published on December 7, 2008
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Review of Studio Portrait Photography of Children and Babies by...
If you want to make a little money (or a lot), photographing children and babies, don't buy a camera, don't buy lights, don't buy backgrounds. Read more
Published on October 29, 2008 by Charles N. Neubauer
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good Choice
This book is an easy read. It tells you all about getting started with a photography business photographing children. It gives tips on using Corel Painter and Photo shop.
Published on October 20, 2008 by Photo Girl
