Secrets of Great Portrait Photography: Photographs of the Famous and Infamous (Voices That Matter)
"The same humor and enthusiasm that have made Brian Smith a popular  speaker can be found here in his insider anecdotes about photographing  celebrities on assignment. Brian gives clear, step-by-step explanations  of all the techniques, from the elegantly simple to the technically  sophisticated."— Holly Stuart Hughes / Editor-in-Chief / Photo District News"Brian Smith demonstrates on every page of this terrific book that the  real secrets of great portrait photography are the warmth, wit, and  skill that he brings to every shot. He laces the stories behind his  vibrant portraits with loads of useful tips and easy-to-understand  techniques. And he shows you how to create a visible connection with  anyone in front of your lens, from movie stars to strangers on the  street."— Miriam Leuchter / Editor-in-Chief / Popular Photography"For Smith, pictures don’t just tell stories; they are stories…go behind  the lens to show how a nimble and versatile photographer creates  memorable portraits — by trusting in the power of faces, light, story,  and relationships."— David Schonauer / Pro Photo Daily"Smith’s approach is rather like a cookbook in that it will spur many  ideas of your own. His unselfish approach makes this book a core choice  for any location portrait photographer’s bookshelf."— David Hobby / Strobist"I love the fresh, bold style of the book. The photographs are big and  plentiful. The writing is conversational and engaging. You won’t have to  read across pages and pages to understand what Brian is sharing. Every  two-page spread presents another shoot—each with its own concise  insights and tips."— Syl Arena / Pixsylated"Secrets of Great Portrait Photography, filled with all of Brian’s tips  and tricks to make every person who comes in front of your camera feel  like a celebrity. It’s a sexy, inspiring book that’s a must-have for any  portrait photographer or fan of Brian Smith."— Lauren Margolis / Photoshelter