Literally working from head to toe, the images in this essential guide to glamour photography demonstrate how to flatter models' assets and downplay any perceived flaws when there is no clothing to hide behind. Detailed instructions on recreating classic poses and a thorough discussion of the three main sections of the body?upper body, lower body, and backside?are coupled with ample photographic examples. Abundant illustrations reveal how to manipulate a model's tresses, garner the best possible views of the face, and visually enhance the appearance of the breasts, arms, abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, calves, feet, and toes. Best-practice techniques for maximizing curves and minimizing bulk will make each subject look her personal best. Because of the intimate nature of nude and semi-nude photo shoots, suggestions for easing into the shoot while staying on task and ensuring a subject's comfort are also discussed. AUTHOR: Rolando Gomez is a photojournalist?whose credits include AOL/CompuServe, MSN, PARADE, PhotoInsider, and Playboy?and a contributing editor for Studio Photography aDesign. He is the author of Garage Glamour and Rolando Gomez's Glamour Photography. He is a speaker and instructor for FotoFusion and the Palm Beach Photographic Art Centre, one of 40 Lexar Media Elite Photographers, and the creator of www.garageglamour.com and www.glamour1.com. He lives in San Antonio, Texas. SELLING POINTS: Posing the subject to accentuate her best features and conceal problem areas Strategies for location and studio work Communicating with the subject to promote a relaxed, confident mood.
