Discusses the origins, purposes, and features of portraiture, a social-science research method.

"The writing is beautiful, the ideas persuasive, and the picture it paints of the process of careful observation is one that every writer should read. . . . A rich and wonderful book." —American Journal of Education A landmark contribution to the field of research methodology, this remarkable book illuminates the origins, purposes, and features of portraiture—placing it within the larger discourse on social science inquiry and mapping it onto the broader terrain of qualitative research.

There is so much detail to be captured in a face. Cicero (106-43 BC) said: "The face is a picture of the mind as the eyes are its interpreter." To capture a person's personality, there are many things to keep in mind, and the authors of FACES show us how to match up a personality with lighting, posing, and composition. Portraiture is truly an art, and this book dives deep into the details so that you end up with a gorgeous portrait that both you and your subject love. Not only is this book the most comprehensive title available on portraiture, but it contains stunning images. Each image is paired with a lighting diagram, a description of why the type of image was chosen, and then takes you through postproduction to put the finishing touches on. The authors also showcase a gallery of portraits by renowned photographers.

"Portraiture as a genre is receiving increased attention at the same time as public curiosity about science is reaching unprecedented levels. Published to coincide with a major exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery, London, and the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, University of East Anglia, Defining Features ... reflects on the nature of the relationships between art, science, medicine and technology by focusing on a selection of portraits that spans more than three centuries."--P. [4] of cover.

“The art and science of street photography” is a collection of interviews with well-known and recognized masters of the genre and advanced amateurs from around the world, at once an uplifting and practical book. Among the interviewees are Eric Kogan, USA; Gustavo Minas, Brazil; Richard Bram, USA — UK; Tavepong Pratoomwong, Thailand; Julie Hrudová, the Netherlands; Mathias Wasik, Poland — USA; Angelo Ferrillo, Italy; Marcin Ryczek, Poland, and others. In total, there are more than 20 photographers from more than 15 countries mostly in America, Europe, and Asia. They will share their inspiring stories, useful tips, and life philosophy with you in a variety of formats that will keep you engaged while reading. These are Q&As on portfolios, behind-the-scenes narratives of the best shots, examples of photo projects, essay on repetition, NYC collective profile, advice, and long-form interviews. The book will be useful for beginners and advanced amateurs, as well as anyone who wants to master one of the easiest and most popular genres of photography. It will spark your photographic creativity and help you to get first shots in your portfolio. “I would add something very important to the rule of 10 percent talent and 90 percent hard work, like knowing myself and recognizing what I want to do and why. It concerns everything in our lives, not just photography.” — Marcin Ryczek, photographer, Kraków, Poland

Reprint of the original, first published in 1883.

Portraits have for centuries been one of the most important art forms. But what do portraits tell us? What do they mean? And what makes a picture into a portrait? In this book, leading art philosopher Cynthia Freeland addresses these questions and more. As she shows, portraits have served two fundamental functions throughout the ages. Firstly, they preserve identity, bringing us closer to loved ones who are either absent or dead. And secondly, they tell us something about the subject being portrayed: not just external things such as what they are wearing, but also about the subject's emotions and inner state. Along the way, she addresses a whole host of fascinating problems posed by the art of portraiture. Can a picture of an animal truly be a portrait? How exactly have artists through the ages managed to depict the inner state of the subject being portrayed? Is it in fact possible for an artist to capture someone's individual 'air', their unique aura? And how has science been used to help in this quest? As Freeland shows, portraits are far more than just pretty pictures. They are a fundamental way of looking at ourselves and others, raising profound questions about our identity, how it is revealed, and how it can be preserved even after death.

Learn to draw one of art's most interesting and challenging subjects. Packed with practical advice, helpful tips, and fundamental drawing techniques, The Art of Drawing People explores how to capture detailed poses and likenesses in graphite pencil. With step-by-step instruction from a variety of artists, you’ll find plenty of helpful tips on choosing the right tools and materials, fundamental drawing techniques, developing value and shading, and setting up an effective composition, as well as important information about the influences of anatomy, bone structure, and musculature. Detailed examples of facial features, hands, and feet will help guide you through the most challenging aspects of drawing people. Whether drawing from life or from photographs, this comprehensive drawing guide is the perfect first step for beginning artists. Follow along, step by step, as professional artists reveal their drawing secrets. With practice, you’ll soon be able to capture amazing likenesses in your own pencil drawings. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.