Because outdoor and location portraits feature subjects in their natural environments, they are often more personal and meaningful than those taken in the studio. However, the changing light and more complex settings of location shoots also make this type of portrait more challenging for photographers to create. J. J. Allen takes you step-by-step through the techniques you need to succeed?from selecting portable equipment, to choosing a setting with good light. You'll learn to eliminate lighting and exposure problems, and create flattering, consistent results on every shoot.