Make your subjects look their best with our professional portrait photography tips, covering lighting setups, location scouting and tips for working with models.
Want to capture the perfect portrait every time? Keep reading to learn some tips professionals use that you can adopt – even without a fancy camera or a studio of your own. Learn what you need to know about simple but effective lighting, flash photography, and more. You should also consider following a photography course […]
Although you might think that a photographer would love taking a self portrait, it’s actually one of the most difficult pictures to take. With self portraits you don’t have the advantage of looking through the lens and carefully composing your image, so it can be real tricky to get it right. But with that being […]
I’ve previously discussed the importance of catch lights. Without them, your subject’s eyes look dull and lifeless. They help add interest to portraits and are a very effective way to add depth to the eye. Catch Lights Ideally, catch lights should be round. This tends to be the most natural and visually pleasing shape (reflections […]
Do you know what subject generally scares the daylights out of new photographers? Photographing people! This eBook is designed to help you become a master of portraits with insider secrets used by professionals and more. It contains 214 pages of in-depth easy learning packed with illustrations, case-studies and assignments to verify your knowledge. We were […]
Both the 35mm prime and the “nifty-fifty” are well loved for portraiture, but which should you use? In the video below, portrait photographer Julia Trotti takes us step-by-step through a number of comparative shots, each designed to show the strengths and weaknesses of the chosen two lenses. While the 85mm is the favorite prime lens of […]
Whether you take portraits professionally or photograph as a hobby, finding the post-processing workflow that works best for you is difficult. Especially when working with programs like Adobe Lightroom, choosing between dozens of sliders and tools can feel overwhelming. If you’re struggling to find the best way to perfect your photographs, know that you’re not […]
Autumn’s changing colors make for a perfect opportunity to head outside for portrait photography. Photographer Scott Burns from Creative Gains shares five simple tips for fall portrait shoots: 1. Find a Location With Autumn Vibes What gives better autumn vibes than leaves that are changing colors? Find yourself a location that has a good number […]
Have you ever noticed the patterns of light and shadows that are formed on the walls when the sun creeps into a room? They surely look amazing and are great for photography. But the problem is that they don’t last very long due to the relative movement of the sun. Also, they may or may […]
If you look at old prints of photos, you may notice that they are not at all perfect. They appear overly contrasty, and lack sufficient details. Yet, the nostalgia they invoke is priceless. In fact, many photographers today work very hard to emulate the vintage large format look. With modern equipment and post-processing techniques, you […]
A self-portrait doesn’t have to be a smartphone selfie. As an artist, you can apply a broader meaning to the term. Photographer Brandon Woelfel has some tips and techniques to help you take a perfect self-portrait: First off, you’ll need a camera with a self-timer (or a remote). You’ll also want a tripod or some […]
