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Books by Cheryl Machat Dorskind

Cheryl Machat Dorskind books

Photographing Children Naturally  

An inspiring 117-page eBook, including helpful photographer’s checklists and worksheets for creating memorable photographs of children. This eBook is delivered in PDF format for maximum compatibility on all your digital devices.

Internationally noted author and seasoned professional photographer, Cheryl Machat Dorskind, offers her practical expertise in this beautifully written “how-to” guide to photographing children. Whether you are a parent or grandparent striving to capture meaningful family photos, or a photographer exploring the business of children’s photography, Photographing Children Naturally provides all the inspiration and techniques you’ll need to capture the spirit and individuality of children in timeless photographs.

TOPICS INCLUDE:

  • Camera formats, lens selection, and exposure fundamentals
  • Working with natural and supplemental lighting
  • Moving beyond the snapshot to create compelling portraits
  • Recording the milestones in a child’s life
  • Posing, wardrobe, and rapport tips
  • Photo session strategies and management checklist
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The Art of Photographing Children

The ultimate guide to creating cherished photographs of children.

Photographers are among the most cherished family possessions, but taking great pictures of children is a challenge that most parents, and even photographers, lack the skill and know-how to accomplish. In this book, celebrated portrait photographer, Cheryl Machat Dorskind shares her hands-on, inspirational and personal approach to photographing children.

The Art of Handpainting Photographs 

Considered the definitive guide to traditional darkroom photopainting.

The process of handpainting photographs combines the art of black-and-white photography with a personal expression of color. By the careful and strategic application of color, you can create evocative portraits, picturesque landscapes or vivid street scenes that reflect your individual vision and perception of the world. This book presents the entire handpainting process from start to finish, complete with illustrated step-by-step instructions for each technique.

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About Cheryl

Professional photographer Cheryl Machat Dorskind is a three-time best-selling author and newspaper columnist, an international mentor, a photo educator and adjunct Full professor, a workshop and online instructor, a speaker, and an acclaimed “New York Times” fine-art photographer and handpainter.

She is a member of the American Society of Media Professionals (ASMP) and Canon Professional Services and profiled on Museo.

Learn with Cheryl

Team up with internationally noted fine art mentor Cheryl Machat Dorskind and expand your photographic vision. She is the perfect mentor for the visual artist searching for creative, technical, and marketing direction.

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