Monday, March 24, 2014

Useful Tips On Portrait Photography NYC

By Linda Cantrell


Photographs are used to store memories of anything that one might have gone through or places where an individual might have visited. However, when a person wants to capture and display something that is very important to him, portrait photography comes to mind. The intention of this kind of photography is to show something about the personality, life or character of an individual.

Portrait photography NYC can be done at home or at a studio by a professional. Usually, when at a studio, everything is usually set and what the professional will need to do is just adjust everything accordingly. However, for a photographer in New York City wanting to do this at the comfort of his home, there are certain things to consider in order to have quality portrait photography.

To begin the list, the background ought to be well considered and chosen. Care should be taken so as not to pick a background material that reflects light. A good material is one that absorbs light. As to the color and design, it should be simple so as not to overshadow the subject.

Another important aspect of consideration is the lighting scheme. Poor lighting where there is too much light or inadequate light will lead to a poor quality picture. Therefore persons must always pick their lighting schemes wisely. An individual can decide to use natural light or artificial. Whichever source the individual will use, it ought to be controlled. Reflective boards can also be used to bring a flattering effect on the non lighted sides of the subject.

As for the artificial lights, it can be a hanging bulb or side lamp among other types of lighting systems. Therefore an individual should try out different lighting schemes and finally decide on the most appropriate one for the session. Persons can also be creative and use their own self created lighting schemes.

Camera settings also ought to be adjusted accordingly to produce the right photos for the frame. The resolution, orientation among other settings should be changed appropriately. This will depend on whether the subject wants a face portrait or a full or half body images. If it is the face portrait, the face obviously has to pop. Therefore the shot has to be a close one with few distractions on the background.

For the half or full body picture, the photographer should take it a distance from the subject and also adjust his settings accordingly. With all these aspects into consideration, the photographer should ensure that the subject is always comfortable and relaxed. He or she should also engage the subject in a small conversation to take his or her mind off the camera.

These portrait photography tips can be used indoors or at a studio. Once the photo session is complete, it will depend on the photographer to bring out the artistic qualities of the photos. Since his kind of photography is to display something important for the subject, creativity is crucial on the part of the photographer to ensure that something of importance is depicted through the photo.




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