Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Portrait Photography Basics

By Anne Sharp


Portrait photography is a lot more than just taking a person's picture. It is an art. It aims to expose the character of the subject through his emotions in a number of situations. The photos on our passports, driver's license and other official files may belong in this group, but there is a lot more to portrait photography than rush photos. The best portraits are those that show the subject's personality while evoking emotions from the spectators.

There are two factors in shooting a great portrait image, which are lights and the pose. Since the focus of every photo is on the subject, the background is optional, with some photographers opt for a plain white background. The background should assist in bringing out the reactions of the subject, not divert the attention of the photo.

Some portrait photos feature just the subject's face, while there are likewise those that include the whole body. The objective is to show the character, the reactions, and even the disposition of the subject. Most pictures feature the model looking straight into the camera to captivate the spectators. After all, as the windows of the soul, our eyes have the ability to beckon people without the need for words. But sometimes the subject's pose and face expression already give away a lot about the personality of the person that there is no need for the subject to stare straight into the camera. Some of the most beguiling portrait shots were actually shot candidly and have the subject doing a specific activity.

The photo gives viewers another perspective with the subject's pose and camera angle. The photo can truly engross by allowing spectators to take a look at and sense the subject's emotions. The spectators can have a glimpse of the subject's feelings through the pose, while it is possible for them to understand those feelings through the camera angle.

Lastly, lighting plays a vital part in portrait photography, as correct with any other photographic technique. It can help the photo achieve a more dramatic look and give it more dimensions. Depending on how the photographer controls the light, a simple pose can reveal a lot of varieties. But as much as it can improve a photo, it can similarly spoil it. Excess or lack of light or even just a small incorrect positioning of it can already mess up the picture's look.




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