I am looking for recommendations for books and/or sites covering equipment
and techniques for lighting portraits. Any info in that area will be greatly
appreciated.

Was reading some posts here... hope I'm ok with my question.
Am very interested in starting into Wedding Photography.  Extra income
I guess being the main motivation... second to taking pictures.
(second only because "People" have never been my thing, am much more

Can anyone tell me what the standard shots are that make up a professional
model portfolio? I understand that people can get very creative and artsy
with their portfolios but what are the standard photos that art directors or
modeling agencies look for? For example, x-amount of head ...

I'm new. Where I can find FAQ of this group?
Thanks for any help.
colka

I've read a lot about where the key light can be positioned as far as
angle and elevation are concerned, but I'm uncertain as to what
distance I should place it from the subject. I'd appreciate some
advice.

Does anyone know where I can get a 52mm right-angle adapter?  The type that
looks like a lense but will allow you to shoot a picture in one direction
while it looks like you are pointing your lense in another.  I've been
watching eBay and searching the web but no luck.  Is there ...

There is a great new Digital Photography Forum where you can get advise from
working professionals
www.puredigitalphotography.com

I've been getting a lot of requests lately for young models doing auditions
that want a 'headshot package'.  What is typically included in this, and
what range of prices would be reasonable to charge for them?
Are they typically black and white, colour, sizes, poses etc....   any ...