Tag Archives: Portraits
Tips for Taking Family Portraits
Family portraits fall into three main categories: traditional family portraits, candid family portraits, and lifestyle family portraits. Most families have had their picture taken, but few have had a chance to have their portrait shot, because of the difference between the … Continue reading
5 Lens Tricks for Creative Portraits
Adding creative elements to your portraits is an effective way of making them appear more interesting. And you don’ need to spend too much of your hard earned cash to do so. Photographers Lin and Jirsa share five cheap lens … Continue reading
3 Fun Backgrounds for Portraits and Photo Booths You Can Create at Home
The post 3 Fun Backgrounds for Portraits and Photo Booths You Can Create at Home appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Erin Fitzgibbon. Bring out your Creativity With our phones becoming an essential tool in our … Continue reading
Tips to Eliminate Closed Eyes & Squinting in Portraits
In a previous article, I discussed shooting with the light at the subject’s back, creating a “halo” lighting pattern. Aside from being a particularly stunning light pattern, it automatically eliminates one of the biggest problems we have as photographers: squinting … Continue reading
How to Create Dramatic Portraits with Shadow Photography [video]
The post How to Create Dramatic Portraits with Shadow Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Caz Nowaczyk. In this video by Shutterstock Tutorials, Robbie Janney shows you how to create dramatic portraits with shadow photography … Continue reading
How To Use an Outdoor Studio for Natural Portraits
The post How To Use an Outdoor Studio for Natural Portraits appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. I’ve grown to really love making portraits of people. My preferred way of working is on location … Continue reading
Photojournalist Louie Palu’s portraits literally melted
News “Arctic Passage” was on view last month in Austin during SXSW. An interactive photo exhibition that demonstrates the toll of climate change. Popular Photography
5 Tips for Photographing Portfolio-Worthy Costume Portraits
The post 5 Tips for Photographing Portfolio-Worthy Costume Portraits appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Charlie Moss. There’s been an explosion of interest in photographing costume portraits over the last few years. From movie cosplays to … Continue reading
9 Tips for Better Environmental Portraits
The post 9 Tips for Better Environmental Portraits appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Good environmental portraits tell a story. At a glance you will know something about the person in the picture. The … Continue reading
5 Ways to Use a Piece of Glass for Unique Portraits [video]
The post 5 Ways to Use a Piece of Glass for Unique Portraits appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Caz Nowaczyk. In this video by Jessica Kobeissi, you’ll learn how you can use a simple piece … Continue reading
A Beginners Guide to Taking Portraits of Elderly Clients: Part 2 – Lighting and Posing
The post A Beginners Guide to Taking Portraits of Elderly Clients: Part 2 – Lighting and Posing appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Clinton Moore. Welcome to part two in our series on photographing older clients. … Continue reading
A Beginners Guide to Taking Portraits of Elderly Clients: Part 1 – Preparation and Rapport
The post A Beginners Guide to Taking Portraits of Elderly Clients: Part 1 – Preparation and Rapport appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Clinton Moore. You often hear it said that outstanding photography is about storytelling. … Continue reading