A pro’s guide to taking portrait photos—whether it’s framed on the wall or an online profile pic.

100 Ways to Take Better Portrait Photographs is a practical and informative guide to every aspect of portrait photography, from informal pictures of family and friends to professional studio techniques. It contains:

Straightforward, practical tips and advice

Over one hundred inspirational portrait photographs

Invaluable digital manipulation techniques

Whether you’re earning a living as a professional portraitist or snapping informal social shots just for fun, this resource offers clearly presented advice on the many aspects of digital and film portraiture:

Composition and posing

Outdoor and studio portraits

Fashion, glamour, and beauty shots

Group portraits—family, social, corporate, and business