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Glamour, dazzling shine and bewitching presentation. But how to photograph this magic? The English photographer, journalist and author of numerous photography textbooks Steve Bavister describes glamor in his volume -- perfectly litthe art of putting both women and men in a glamorous light in beauty, lifestyle and fashion photographs. Various international photographers use over 60 image examples to show the shooting situations for outdoor and indoor shots with daylight and in the studio with artificial lighting. Each arrangement, with its props and light sources, is illustrated with easy-to-understand diagrams and top views. Comments explain the task and problem-solving for the "gangster brides", the "girl with a lamp leaning against the wall" or the recording "Red Hair and Fur" for the cover of a book with erotic short stories, which is supposed to be atmospherically reminiscent of the 1930s. The explanations are supplemented by information on the film format and material,
In addition to the practical examples, Bavister describes the glamor market with its development potential and the special situation of the "shooting" for the photographer and the model. In a glossary of lighting technology, the author explains the most important technical terms, discusses the different options for light measurement and provides valuable information on dealing with daylight and studio light as well as the number and use of lights and reflectors. The forms and possibilities of using and designing light are described in great detail: morning or evening light for outdoor shots, high or low-contrast lighting, correct or deliberately "wrong" color temperature.

A knowledgeable book for the glamor enthusiast or beginner photographer who also owns the volume Glamor Photography . The staging of beauty and eroticism is recommended. --Stefan Meyer