Locations. Geometry -- Balance -- Parallel lines -- Symmetry -- Color elements -- Depth -- Shadows -- Silhouettes -- Reflections -- Patterns and repetitions -- Framing -- Paintings and artwork -- Contrasts -- Lens flare -- Walls, translucent surfaces, and textures -- Poses. Five key posing techniques -- Posing chart -- Execution -- Deliberate practice

The author presents his advice and practice routines for composing and capturing photographs of people, illustrated with examples from his own practice sessions and from his extensive work photographing weddings around the world