A comprehensive introduction to the styles and techniques of portrait photography.

Through simple projects on subjects such as 'Making Self-Portraits' and 'Capturing Personal Moments' as well as captivating profiles of twenty internationally acclaimed photographers, Cian Oba-Smith and Max Ferguson give you a visual tour of the medium. Perfect for the aspiring portrait photographer, this manual includes:

* Projects with which to experiment and develop your technique
* Inspirational profiles of leading photographers from around the world
* A complete overview of the most exciting, continually evolving form of photography