Software Cinema Releases Monte Zucker “Portrait Photography for Everyone” Interactive DVD Training Series

SAN DIEGO, CA – January 17, 2007 – Software Cinema, a leading software training company supporting the imaging industry of photographers, videographers and graphic artists, today announced their latest interactive training series entitled Portrait Photography for Everyone featuring Monte Zucker. Developed for the intermediate to professional photographer, this two hour/two part tutorial combines a comprehensive DVD video on basic lighting and posing techniques with an interactive CD-ROM allowing viewers to work alongside Monte as he demonstrates methods for optimizing portrait image quality utilizing Photoshop.

The first part, Basic Lighting and Posing Techniques, introduces photographers to several basic theories and proven methods on lighting and subject placement that emphasizes high-quality predictable portraits using one lighting pattern, two poses and three camera positions.

The second part, Photoshop Portrait Techniques for Everyone, is a five lesson interactive tutorial covering retouching and portrait optimization. Viewers are given a step-by-step hands-on approach for correcting or optimizing image quality in portrait photography. Lessons include: retouching and building optimal contrast for the perfect print and adding a vignette, retouching the face and optimizing the hair and shadow density, changing color portraits into classic black & white, and an overview of basic poses and lighting patterns.

“A solid understanding of basic lighting and subject positioning is critical for achieving success in portrait photography,” said Monte Zucker, trainer for Software Cinema. “Through this two part series, viewers will first learn the basics on lighting and posing then will have the opportunity to apply that knowledge as I walk them through several thought provoking interactive lessons.”

“Monte Zucker is well known for his ability to photograph people at the best angles and in the best light,” stated Gary Burns, director of operations at Software Cinema. “His 50 plus years of experience and simple methods is an asset to any photographer from beginners to professionals looking to take their skills to the next level.”

Pricing and Availability
Software Cinema’s Product-On-Disc Portrait Photography for Everyone featuring Monte Zucker is available now and can be purchased for $139.00 by going to www.software-cinema.com. Purchase before January 31st, 2007 to receive 15% off.


About Monte Zucker
Monte Zucker is a well known portrait and wedding photographer with over 50 years of experience. Based on classical tradition, Monte's portraiture has never strayed far from his original intent - to capture a moment in people's lives and memorialize it for posterity.
His images are images are simple, direct, and emotional. Monte has achieved just about every photographic degree that exists. The United Nations honored him as Portrait Photographer of the Year 2002. He feels that his most special honor, however, is the fact that his popularity with photographers of all ages is continually growing.


About Software Cinema
Headquartered in San Diego, California, Software Cinema is a privately-held company and strategic partner of Adobe Systems focused on interactive learning for the digital imaging industry. Through Training Camps, Programs on Disc, Workshops-On-Demand and Video Presentations, Software Cinema brings proven techniques from the top names in the industry for fundamental and advanced education. For more information, please visit www.software-cinema.com