Instruct: Classify an Amazon review as either positive or negative.
Query: An ok read...

Jeff Smith starts this book by saying he doesn't believe in getting more equipment than you should and that a lot of stuff is unnecessary gadgetry and bells and whistles, etc., but then he does not use that philosophy when describing ideal setups. As someone who does not have a high volume studio, some of his advice and explanation is impractical and almost impossible to implement.He comes off a bit preachy, but does have some good points that made me evaluate my style and consistency and he does provide nice photographic examples of things he discusses.This book, like the other Jeff Smith books, reads more as a biography than a how-to, and although he discusses image as important, a look at his website can induce a cringe.Get this book if you haven't read anything by Jeff Smith and you want to hear how he does it (and he is very successful at it).