Books with author Chris Knight

Without light, there is no photograph. As almost every photographer knows, the word “photograph” has its roots in two Greek words that, together, mean “drawing with light.” But what is less commonly acknowledged and understood is the role that shadow plays in creating striking, expressive imagery, especially in portraiture. It is through deft, nuanced use of both light and shadow that you can move beyond shooting simply ordinary, competent headshots into the realm of creating dramatic portraiture that can so powerfully convey a subject’s inner essence, communicate a personal narrative, and express your photographic vision. In The Dramatic Portrait: The Art of Crafting Light and Shadow, Chris Knight addresses portraiture with a unique approach to both light and shadow that allows you to improve and elevate your own portraiture. He begins with the history of portraiture, from the early work of Egyptians and Greeks to the sublime treatment of light and subject by artists such as Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and Vermeer. Chris then dives into a deep, hands-on exploration of light, shadow, and portraiture, offering numerous lessons and takeaways. He covers: • The qualities of light: hard, soft, and the spectrum in between • The relationships between light, subject, and background, and how to control them • Lighting patterns such as Paramount, Rembrandt, loop, and split • Lighting ratios and how they affect contrast in your image • Equipment: from big and small modifiers to grids, snoots, barn doors, flags, and gels • Multiple setups for portrait shoots, including those that utilize one, two, and three lights • How color contributes to drama and mood, eliciting an emotional response from the viewer • How to approach styling your portrait, from wardrobe to background • The post-processing workflow, including developing the RAW file, maximizing contrast, color grading, retouching, and dodging and burning for heightened drama and effect • How all of these elements culminate to help you define your personal style and create your own narrative

Without light, there is no photograph. As almost every photographer knows, the word “photograph” has its roots in two Greek words that, together, mean “drawing with light.” But what is less commonly acknowledged and understood is the role that shadow plays in creating striking, expressive imagery, especially in portraiture. It is through deft, nuanced use of both light and shadow that you can move beyond shooting simply ordinary, competent headshots into the realm of creating dramatic portraiture that can so powerfully convey a subject’s inner essence, communicate a personal narrative, and express your photographic vision.In The Dramatic Portrait: The Art of Crafting Light and Shadow, Chris Knight addresses portraiture with a unique approach to both light and shadow that allows you to improve and elevate your own portraiture. He begins with the history of portraiture, from the early work of Egyptians and Greeks to the sublime treatment of light and subject by artists such as Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and Vermeer. Chris then dives into a deep, hands-on exploration of light, shadow, and portraiture, offering numerous lessons and takeaways. He covers:• The qualities of light: hard, soft, and the spectrum in between• The relationships between light, subject, and background, and how to control them• Lighting patterns such as Paramount, Rembrandt, loop, and split• Lighting ratios and how they affect contrast in your image• Equipment: from big and small modifiers to grids, snoots, barn doors, flags, and gels• Multiple setups for portrait shoots, including those that utilize one, two, and three lights• How color contributes to drama and mood, eliciting an emotional response from the viewer• How to approach styling your portrait, from wardrobe to background• The post-processing workflow, including developing the RAW file, maximizing contrast, color grading, retouching, and dodging and burning for heightened drama and effect• How all of these elements culminate to help you define your personal style and create your own narrative

Originally published as a board book, The Great Big Lion's roar is perfect for bedtime stories.This is an easy read that combines art and educational play through patterns, counting & opposites, all wrapped in a cute "adventure time" for your little ones.If you have school children fascinated with nature & the animal kingdom and you are not keen on getting another lion king book, the Great Big Lion is the best e-book for children readers. About the Author...OriginChryseis Knight initially wrote the story in her notebook. She then shared this cute story with her family as one of her regular bedtime stories & with the help of her mother, went on to illustrate her book.The meaning behind the bookThere is an art of how Chryseis weaves elements of nature & the animal kingdom seamlessly with her imagination, emotions, and thoughts. It inspires us to reflect on relationships through the lens of a child, whether intentional or otherwise, around the importance of being inclusive, embracing differences, and accepting diversity.Fonts used in the bookAs easy as abc; writing came naturally for Chryseis at a very young age. Her handwriting was the inspiration for the font used in the book and the playful nature of the font sizes brought a touch of fun. The Great Big Lion is an educational and engaging experience for children readers.

Originally published as a board book, The Great Big Lion's roar is perfect for bedtime stories. This is an easy read that combines art and educational play through patterns, counting & opposites, all wrapped in a cute "adventure time" for your little ones. It is a must add to your baby books or toddler book collection. For school children fascinated with nature & the animal kingdom and you are not keen on getting another lion king childrens' book, the Great Big Lion is the best e-book for children readers. About the Author...OriginChryseis Knight initially wrote the story in her notebook. She then shared this cute story with her family as one of her regular bedtime stories & with the help of her mother, went on to illustrate her book.The meaning behind the bookThere is an art of how Chryseis weaves elements of nature & the animal kingdom seamlessly with her imagination, emotions, and thoughts. It inspires us to reflect on relationships through the lens of a child, whether intentional or otherwise, around the importance of being inclusive, embracing differences, and accepting diversity.Fonts used in the bookAs easy as abc; writing came naturally for Chryseis at a very young age. Her handwriting was the inspiration for the font used in the book and the playful nature of the font sizes brought a touch of fun. The Great Big Lion is an educational and engaging experience for children readers.Attending a baby shower and looking for books for kids, books for toddlers, books for babies? The Great Big lion will make the perfect gift.

One Halloween... on a cold dark night...Farmer Joe went to take his scarecrows to the barn to repair them. In a rush, he left behind the youngest scarecrow, who was sound asleep. At midnight little Skaggy awoke...to find his family gone! He set out on an adventure to find them. Join Skaggy as he searches through the dark, looking for his wonderful family. Wander through the pumpkin patch, into caves, even through a graveyard in the witching hour! Go into the haunted house if you dare! Skaggy meets all sorts of wonderful friends along the way...it could be a great night's adventure!

This is the story of the first baby born in space called Charlz. One day Charlz is lost and ends up on a planet called Marz. There, Charlz is found by a robot built by an ancient civilization who cares for him until Charlz is old enough to travel back to Earth in search of his parents. Along the way, Charlz faces many fantastic journeys and makes many new friends like Sara, the little girl from Earth and Muffin, the cute dog who becomes his best friend. Filled with adventure, lots of humor and great illustrations, the story of Charlz will warm up to any kid. Especially those who love fantasy, space, science fiction, pirates, robots and knights. There is even a little moral message in the end telling kids to never leave anywhere without letting their parents know first.

Eleven year old Jake and his family take their annual summer holiday camping trip to the Sequoia National Park only to be abducted there by aliens from outer space. Jake's family is taken away to another world far into the reaches of space, where they are displayed inside an alien zoo as humans from Earth. An implanted chip in their head makes them think that life is normal not knowing that they are actually being observed and watched by thousands of aliens. When Jake finally realizes what has happened to them, he tries to find a way to escape back to Earth with his family and the help of his extraordinary new friend called Lumynous.

Christy Knight’s series, The Adventures of Layni the Ladybug, features a caring, helpful, and sassy love bug who embraces an exciting and adventurous life living in Mary’s Garden. The first tale of the series, The Lost King, introduces King Ollie to readers. Layni is determined to help King Ollie make his way home to his queen. Can Layni help her new friend? This sweet tale exemplifies the bond of instant friendship at its finest and is sure to become a favorite with a new generation of readers.

Christy Knight’s series, The Adventures of Layni the Ladybug, features a caring, helpful, and sassy love bug who embraces an exciting and adventurous life living in Mary’s Garden. The first tale of the series, The Lost King, introduces King Ollie to readers. Layni is determined to help King Ollie make his way home to his queen. Can Layni help her new friend? This sweet tale exemplifies the bond of instant friendship at its finest and is sure to become a favorite with a new generation of readers.