Key moments in life -- graduations, award ceremonies, prom nights, parties, visits from far-flung friends, and so many more -- deserve to be recorded in images of the highest quality. Avid amateurs and polished pros alike will benefit from the solid guidance offered by this combination photo album and instructional handbook. By including only very high-quality work as examples, this book stimulates excellence in serious photographers who are determined to improve their techniques. Explanatory artwork and illustrations are included to focus attention on specific technical points related to lighting and camera equipment.