New Book for Immediate Release, "The Best of Family Portrait Photography: Techniques and Images from the Pros" by Bill Hurter
(ContentDesk) November 1, 2005 -- Learn to design compelling portraits that capture the essence of the family.For the subjects, family portraits provide cherished memories of how a family looked "back then" and a document of the family's growth as new generations are added. For the photographer, however, family portraits are a challenge on all of your skills. In this book, you will master the technical side of family portraiturehow to pose, light, and photograph family groupsas well as the creative elements that produce compelling group portraits.FEATURES:*Understanding the qualities that define a top-quality, professional family portrait*Mastering the technical aspects of family portraitsfrom lens selection and focus to metering and white balance*Posing techniques to make sure everyone in the group looks their best*Designing group arrangements that produce an appealing composition*Working with the children in the group for great poses and expressions*Indoor and outdoor lighting techniques for groups of any sizeSPECS: 8.5x11, 128 pages, 200 full-color photos, ISBN: 1-58428-172-3Bill Hurter is the editor of Rangefinder magazine, a monthly publication for professional photographers. He is the former editor of Petersens PhotoGraphic magazine and a graduate of Brooks Institute of Photography, from which he holds a BFA in professional photography and an honorary Masters of Science degree. He has been involved in professional photography for more than twenty-five years.OTHER BOOKS BY THIS AUTHOR:????The Best of Digital Wedding Photography????The Best of Childrens Portrait Photography????The Best of Portrait Photography????The Best of Wedding Photography, 2nd Ed.????The Best of Wedding Photojournalism????The Portrait Photographers Guide to Posing????Group Portrait Photography Handbook, 2nd Ed.????Portrait Photographers Handbook, 2nd Ed..
Expat Network, the Major Support Network for Expatriates Around the World, Launches the Contact Directory 2006
(ContentDesk) March 21, 2006 -- Every year in January Expat Network (www.expatnetwork.com) publishes the latest edition of a book essential to all expatriates working in the major corporate and industrial sectors: the Contact Directory. The latest version of this annual contacts bible" was published this year with all the relevant information updated and new contacts consolidated.It has become required reading for executives around the world. Expat Network (www.expatnetwork.com) has extensive contacts in overseas recruitment for the major sectors; from corporate finance and multinationals to engineering and construction. The Contact Directory, along with the other services provided in the network, helps thousands of people working abroad further their careers and facilitates wise decision-making at all stages of...
Expat Network, the Major Support Network for Expatriates Around the World, Launches the Contact Directory 2006
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Contact Lenses
Recent market trends show an almost revolutionary boom in the field of contact lenses, not just as a substitute for glasses, but also as cosmetic accessories, such as colored contacts. As the name suggests, the lens comes in direct contact with the pupil do not slip, move, or fall off like glasses.
Contact lenses are seen as more fashionable than most types of glasses. There are a wide variety of contact lenses available including colored contacts, and bifocal contacts.
Contact lenses can be made of different materials and a physician is able to prescribe the most suited one after performing a check up.
Although contact lenses suit most people, there are cases where the eye refuses to adjust to the alien body and might result in irritation, itchiness, or other ailments. It is advised to consult a physician before going in for a contact lens fitting. If the contact lenses do not suit the eyes they might result in complications as severe...
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Senator E. Kennedy - Online Office is excluding District of Columbia on contact, web mail form.
WASHINGTON, DC (ContentDesk) March 4, 2004 --When MallDC.com
recently
sent it's web site announcement
to Senator E. Kennedy's- Online Office, it is excluding District of Columbia on contact, web mail form in the State list. Is this once more a message that residents of the the District of Columbia are not constituents of any voting member in the Senate or the House of Representatives. The District's
citizens do not have rights equal to other U.S. citizens.
They are not ruled by anyone they can vote for in Congress.
The District of Columbia has Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) a voice in congress without the right to vote, thanks to Republican votes in the House of Representatives.
Let Senator Kennedy know how you feel by contacting: http://kennedy.senate.gov/index_high.html Though DC Citizens can vote for the President, they cannot elect any...
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Lens Colors Found On Sunglasses
Have you ever wondered what the different colors found on glass lenses are for? Let me tell you that they aren't there for just show (usually). No; colored lenses have a much more important reason than fashion.In this article I will discuss what advantages each color offers to the wearer, as well as some specific things each color may be optimal for. Let's get started!Grey ? Grey lenses work well for generally anything, and offer the best true color perception of any of the colors. This is due to colors passing through the lens evenly. This color of lens also works great against glare.
Grey lenses will work well for a variety of activities such as driving, and you will often see true pilot glasses fitted with grey lenses.Yellow ? Yellow tints reduce the amount of blue light that gets to the eyes, as well as provide excellent depth perception. While yellow tends to make everything bright and sharp, it also horribly distorts colors. Don't get yellow if you need to...
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Fulfillment Plus Establishes Contact Center in China
(ContentDesk) August 11, 2004 -- "Our relationship with ITS has grown to the point that it made sense for us to take an equity position and further strengthen our commitment to global growth," said Elise Chow, founder and President of Fulfillment Plus.The FFP/ ITS venture offers global companies quick, professional, and localized representation in China.
The partnership has quickly taken a leadership role in providing access to the explosive Chinese market opportunity.
With ITS's direct marketing and customer care experience in China they represent a vital link to the vast and largely untapped Chinese business and consumer markets.
"In just a short period of time our technology platform and knowledge sharing has helped ITS become the one of the most highly regarded CRM companies in the fast growing Chinese market," said Chow.ITS has installed the robust IP technology of FFP and that allows the flexibility necessary to grow and contract as the client needs fluctuate.
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Global photo community provides pro equipment
(ContentDesk) August 11, 2004 -- Good news for the 20,000 members strong global photo community Nikonians (http://www.nikonians.org) The photographers have signed a deal with the US manufacturer Kirk Enterprises, from Indiana, making it possible to sell the pro items through the community's own online shop."It's another milestone in securing our strong growth" says Chris Gray, responsible for the community's business development. "We are focusing on real-value, hard to get high quality and well proven items for advanced amateurs, semi-pro and pro photographers. We started with the Korean pro brand Markins in January this year and have achieved excellent results, something we now want to repeat with Kirk."Ball heads, all kinds of Arca Swiss compatible quick release connection systems (lens and camera plates, so called camera "L-brackets" and lens collars), flash and macro photography accessories are available online. The community...
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Underwater Photography: The Wonders Under the Sea
The world of photography is an amazing one. It's been with us for quite a while now but it is constantly changing. Cameras are changing and improving. Methods of developing are changing and improving as well. We have digital cameras that allow people to take a view of their pictures immediately without traditional developing.
Another change in the world of photography is underwater photography. What do you think brings us those great shots of saltwater fish and movies that film in the ocean and under the sea? What about shots taken in swimming pools? You see those in the movies a lot but may not have thought about how they take those pictures and videos. You probably never thought about it because for a long time underwater photography was not really an option for everyday people. But now it is not just an option, it's really easy to achieve. - What is Underwater Photography? Underwater photography is as the name implies photos that are taken under water.
This is pretty...
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