Fine Art Portrait Photography: Lighting, Posing & Postproduction from Concept to Completion (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781608957675)

Nylora-Joy Bruleigh, M.Photog.Cr., CPP, had owned a successful photography studio specializing in "Bellies and Babies" portraits for ten years when she felt she needed to change it up a bit. She was inspired by other artist's fine art imagery and decided that this was the direction she wanted to take. She began by researching work that truly inspired her and was fortunate to have opportunities to study and learn from some of these people. She began focusing on a variety of different photographic techniques, diving deeper into Photoshop, and taking many notes of her dreams that she would later use to design her photographic images. In 2009, her style started to change and she began creating what is best described as rich, romantic images using vintage clothing and props. Nylora has specialized in creating outfits made from different materials, such as plastic and paper, and uses both natural and man-made materials in her work. In 2012, Nylora earned both her Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman Degrees from Professional Photographers of America. She was one of only three photographers to receive both degrees that year and she earned the Silver Photographer of the Year. She currently holds the title of New Hampshire Professional Photographer of the Year. She is the recipient of multiple Fuji Masterpiece and Kodak Gallery Awards, and was a Top 10 Finalist in the Portrait Category for the National Grand Imaging Award in 2012. In 2014, Nylora earned the title "Photographer of the Year" for both the Photographic Open and Master Artist categories through PPA's International Print Competition. Currently, she is enjoying teaching and sharing her knowledge with others through private classes as well as workshops around New England. Nylora feels this is only the beginning and is looking forward to seeing what the future holds for her. She resides in her hometown of Concord, NH, with her extremely supportive husband, two amazing children, and her dog, Lady Pen Pen of Partridge. She enjoys Sunday family dinners at her mom and dad's house with her siblings, nieces, and nephew. To learn more, visit www.photographybynylora.com.