Simon is an experienced professional photographer and tutor. Creative Nude Photography shows you how to go beyond the norms of conventional glamour. The book contains sections on the concept, but is it art plus practical advice on finding models and camera techniques. The final section shows examples of creative nude projects

Pretty much anyone can take photographs of nudes but creating artistic photographs of the nude body is a different matter. This new handbook, by an acknowledged expert in the field, provides the reader with all they will need to master the skills required to photograph dramatic, fine art nude images in black and white. Includes everything from designing creative lighting through to selecting the best models. Illustrated throughout.

Images of the nude human form are among the oldest art forms—from simple drawings, to grand statuary, to classic painting and contemporary photography, artists’ fascination with the human body has endured throughout time and across every form of creative expression. Within the pages of this book, accomplished fine-art nude photographer Jennifer Emery begins by presenting the key elements of lighting and posing the human body to best flatter the subject and express the desired design. With these fundamentals in place, she expands and elevates the practice of photographing nudes to develop more conceptual, fine-art looks that go beyond merely representing the subject and strive to communicate more complex ideas and aesthetics. As she demonstrates, fine-art nude photography can go far beyond a mere black backdrop and some interesting lighting. Full of color, motion, and style, Emery’s images spark intrigue, admiration, passion, and excitement!

Combining creative insights with stunning imagery and shots of the artist at work, this book explores the work of acclaimed photographer Allan Jenkins, renowned for his exquisite images of the female form. Jenkins shares the secrets of his success with photographer-writer Eddie Ephraums, who has captured the artist at work through all the stages of image-making process, from the concept to the final exhibition print. Through additional sketches, contact sheets, proof prints, and comments from the photographer’s own notebooks, the reader is offered a rarenbsp;look into the fascinating process of fine-art nude photography. Allan Jenkins is a fine-art and commercial photographer, with clients that include Ralph Lauren and Ikea. Eddie Ephraums is the author ofDarkroom to DigitalandCreative Elements.

..".Pinkard has included a chapter on the history of the nude in art that is a delight....Choosing models is one of the areas...Pinkard covers with great detail...He not only explains the physical attributes that are important but he also discusses what you as a photographer can do to help the model perform at his/her best....the requisite sections on lighting and posing are included and here Pinkard really shows he knows his stuff....The illustrations are excellent and support the text succinctly. There is a large section...dedicated to digital imaging and special effects plus a "Masterclass" where Pinkard pulls out all the stops and shares his visual virtuosity...you'll benefit from "The Nude: Complete Photography Course.""--"Shutterbug."

In this installment of The Photography Workshop Series, Todd Hido explores the genres of landscape, interior and nude photography, with emphasis on creating images from a personal perspective and with a sense of intimacy. Aperture Foundation works with the world's top photographers to distill their creative approaches to, teachings on, and insights into photography--offering the workshop experience in a book. Our goal is to inspire photographers at all levels who wish to improve their work, as well as readers interested in deepening their understanding of the art of photography. Each book features the creative process and core thinking of a photographer told in their own words and through pictures of their choosing, and is introduced by a well-known student of the featured photographer. Through words and photographs, Hido offers insight into his own practice and discusses a wide range of creative issues, including mining one's own memory and experience as inspiration; using light, texture and detail for greater impact; exploring the narrative potential activated when sequencing images; and creating powerful stories with emotional weight and beauty.