Capturing a perfect portrait of an individual or group can be a challenge. You want the image to be interesting, have great composition and show.
Category - Portrait Photography
Experiencing People
Sometimes experiencing people, getting to know them, leads to photographic opportunities. Here are thoughts on how people can inspire.
Connecting with People
What is the deeper meaning behind the marketing term, “humanizing your brand?” It means actually being a person in order to make genuine connections.
Richard Avedon
What can be learned from the life and times of Richard Avedon? Dozens of things though the most important lessons deal with the way he approached...
Breathing Life into Portraits
Portraits are often static, like a still-life, featuring neutral looks. But they don’t have to be. Get your subject animated to add life to your...
Posing and the Finer Points | Perfecting Portraiture #4
How do you make your portrait subjects look and feel great in front of the camera? Here are my tips for posing subjects and keeping them relaxed.
Perfecting Portraiture #3: Hair
In the previous two posts, you learned how to photograph the eyes and the skin to their best advantage. The final major element to portraiture...
Perfecting Portraiture #2
It is easy to ensure that portrait subjects have perfect skin in finished images. I'll show you the basics that you'll need to create that flawless...
Perfecting Portraiture #1: Eyes
Portrait photography is the perfect way to ensure that you have a steady supply of interesting subjects. Learn the tips and tricks for portraiture...
8 Tips for the Perfect Candid Photos
The Holidays are the perfect time to take a few candid photos. Use these tips to make sure you capture the right moments and create lasting memories!
Early Photography and the Elderly
The invention of photography leads indirectly to the modern world of genealogy, starting with getting photos done of older relatives. Here are the...
How to Properly Label Those Photos You Inherited
Photographers inherit a lot of old photos. Here's how to properly label them.
7 Fall Tips for Your Next Autumn Portrait Session
Get prepared for a fall photoshoot with these seven tips on how to shoot, where to shoot, and how to please clients.
Researching Old Photo Studios to Identify 19th Century Photographs
There are a lot of things you can use as clues in identifying old photographs. Hairstyles, clothing styles, and the type of photograph it is are just a...
Photographing Beautiful Portraits of Overweight People
Shooting a larger person should be comfortable for both you and the subject. Here are four important tips to help you successfully photograph...
Using Rim Lighting to Make Your Subjects Pop
Rim lighting is one of those skills that no photographer should be without. You can use this technique for any number of applications, from portraiture...
Identifying the Era of a Photo By its Type
Identifying your family photographs starts with identifying what type they are. The type of photograph can reveal the era in which it was taken.
Establishing Clear Boundaries Between Clients and Photographers
It is important to know the limitations and guidelines your photographer establishes, asking questions and making sure you fully agree with any terms...
Shooting During the Golden Hour
A large part of a professional photographer's job is to capture or create the right kind of lighting for a beautiful image.