Outdoor Portraiture: Problems Of Face And Figure In Natural Environment
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Jacket protected by mylar sleeve.
A landmark work in photographic instruction, Outdoor Portraiture: Problems of Face and Figure in Natural Environments presents the hard-won wisdom of one of the twentieth century's most technically masterful and controversial photographers. William Mortensen methodically details the unique challenges posed by natural light, unpredictable backgrounds, and the relationship between subject and setting, guiding photographers through the practical and aesthetic decisions required to produce compelling portraits outdoors. With a tone that is authoritative yet accessible, the text instructs readers on controlling harsh sunlight, managing reflections, and composing the human figure within a landscape in a way that feels both natural and artistically intentional. Mortensen argues that successful outdoor portraiture demands the same rigorous command of technique as studio work, and he illustrates his principles with clear, systematic analysis that remains relevant to photographers of all skill levels. A foundational text for anyone serious about portrait photography, it stands as a testament to Mortensen's belief that artistry and technical discipline are inseparable.
Author: William Mortensen
Format: Hardback
Published: 1943, Camera Craft Publishing Company
Genre: Photography
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Jacket protected by mylar sleeve.
A landmark work in photographic instruction, Outdoor Portraiture: Problems of Face and Figure in Natural Environments presents the hard-won wisdom of one of the twentieth century's most technically masterful and controversial photographers. William Mortensen methodically details the unique challenges posed by natural light, unpredictable backgrounds, and the relationship between subject and setting, guiding photographers through the practical and aesthetic decisions required to produce compelling portraits outdoors. With a tone that is authoritative yet accessible, the text instructs readers on controlling harsh sunlight, managing reflections, and composing the human figure within a landscape in a way that feels both natural and artistically intentional. Mortensen argues that successful outdoor portraiture demands the same rigorous command of technique as studio work, and he illustrates his principles with clear, systematic analysis that remains relevant to photographers of all skill levels. A foundational text for anyone serious about portrait photography, it stands as a testament to Mortensen's belief that artistry and technical discipline are inseparable.