American Photography’s David Schonauer of Pro Photo Daily wrote an absolutely wonderful review of ‘Secrets of Great Portrait Photography‘ in today’s Pro Photo Daily. David is one of those brilliant dudes who can talk to you for fifteen minutes and understand you better than you understand yourself. Read his post for his insights into my motivation and inspiration for writing the book. David also break-downs four of his favorite portrait photography lessons from the book.

“For Smith, pictures don’t just tell stories; they are stories – go behind the lens to show how a nimble and versatile photographer creates memorable portraits by trusting in the power of faces, light, story and relationships.”

–David Schonauer / ProPhotoDaily