Flattering portraits rarely happen as a default. Some people are photogenic, yes, and look good at every angle. But often, we work hard to get flattering photos that the sitter loves. There is no one-trick as every person’s face, form, and shape are different. We have to tailor our angles to each portrait sitter. However, there are basic fundamental tools we can use that help us achieve flattering portraits. Use The Right LensHaving photographed people for a decade now, I have learned that there is no great all-around lens that can do the best job for everything. Sure there are
Category: How To Pose For Better Pictures
Photographing Groups of People: A Beginners’ Guide To Poses
There are usually three kinds of group shots. First are just formal shots with a large number of people. Second, are more informal shots with a group of friends. And finally, photographing a group or family members. In this order, let’s look at some sample poses and posing ideas. When working with a large group of people you won’t be able to control each individual’s pose or expression. This is fine as long as you pay attention to the overall composition. Imagine the whole group to be a single object. Principally, make sure that all the people in the group
How Improve Male Photography – Tips And Tricks
Most posing tutorials focus on the female form, and there isn’t that much information available on how to properly pose men. And even when you do find a guide, it is more about listing some poses. Seldom do you see somebody explaining why? Why is it that we need to pose a man in a different way? IS THERE A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN POSING MEN AND WOMEN?Talking about why and laying out some ground rules would not only help photographers understand classic male posing better. But also serve as a guide in creating their own poses and variations. Before we even
A Posing Guide For Perfect Hand Poses
The question I hear most during any portrait photography session is about hand poses. And it’s usually accompanied by a nervous laugh. What do you do with your hands in a picture? Hand poses can make or break what’s otherwise a great portrait. Getting those hand poses right can be tricky to do and tough to communicate. Here are some essential techniques that will help you find the best hand poses in any situation. Give The Hands Something To Do Or Touch People feel awkward when they cannot figure out what to do with their hands. The fastest way to
14 High School Senior Portraits Ideas To Get You Inspired – With Some FAQs
High school senior portraits are some of the most exciting and rewarding projects for any photographer. Stress levels are low (compared to wedding photography, anyway!), and these young seniors are happy, excited, and looking forward to the future. You are photographing your subject at a unique point in their lives, and even after doing this for years, it’s still one of my favorite types of photography. If you have never done a high school senior photo session, or you’re a seasoned photographer seeking some inspiration, here are 14 senior picture ideas to jumpstart your creativity and give you some new
Avoid Fake Smiles In Your People Photography
A genuine smile is one of the most attractive expressions of the human face, and as photographers, we love them because they brighten up our pictures with warmth, and create a connection. It’s a universal safety and happiness cue that we recognize on an instinctive level. It draws people in, and creates a sense of positive connection with the person in your image.
Photographing Women: A Beginners’ Guide To Poses
If you ever run out of ideas, get stuck in creativity or simply need some guidance when shooting female subjects, you may use following posing samples as a “posing cheat sheet”. Many pro photographers use such a technique when preparing for and during the photoshoot. The poses in this article are selected as the initial reference. I would advise looking at the poses together with your subject, especially if she’s inexperienced. During a photoshoot don’t hesitate to discuss with the subject which pose is or isn’t working in any particular situation. It’s usually very productive and you both will feel
Portrait Photography of Musicians
Sometimes we are lucky enough as photographers to be asked to photograph someone with one of their most prized possessions: their musical instrument. Most people that want to be photographed with their instrument really and truly love it, and it’s a part of who they are. As a musician myself, I love photographs with gorgeous instruments in them, and I am especially bothered by photos that don’t capture those instruments naturally. Sometimes I’ll come across a photo that makes me cry out, “Why?? Nobody would EVER hold their instrument like that!!” You can still be creative with your photos without
Tips For Portraits Photography – Framing and Layering
I love using framing in my images with a layering technique. Layering is simply incorporating not just your subject and background, but adding a foreground and other levels if possible as part of the elements you use to frame your overall image.
How To Take Professional Black And White Headshots
In the acting and modeling world, black and white head shots are commonplace in portfolios. If you want to diversify your photography portfolio, it would be a good idea to add this skill to it. Head shots are laid back and can be a lot of fun; you can just play around, trying to come up with something creative. Why Black And White Headshots? This is a question I asked myself when I was approached to take some of these photos. It’s a very good question really, with a variety of possible answers: Firstly, there’s the idea that, because the
How to Take Wedding Pictures When You’re Camera Shy
Given that your wedding is such an emotional and happy experience, you’re definitely going to want to document it. But if standing in front of a camera sounds like your worst nightmare, taking wedding pictures can cause uneasiness. To help with this, we tap professional wedding photographers to get the best tips for taking wedding pictures especially if you’re camera shy. It’s super common for couples to be nervous about being photographed, but there are tangible tricks to make your photo shoot go smoothly. Wondering what they are? See all the best tips for taking wedding pictures if you’re camera
Family Portrait Photography Ideas
Pinterest is full of family portrait ideas that can become family photo fails. Trying to re-create a photo by a pro who’s been shooting families for decades is a recipe for disaster. So here are some creative family portrait ideas you can make your own. Use them for inspiration, and incorporate your own style. GROUP YOUR SUBJECTS INTO TRIANGLESWhen we shot group photos of sports teams for the local newspaper, we always shot in straight rows. It was easier to organize 20+ people that way. And the captions could identify each player by listing the rows. Family photography should not
