PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY
What is portrait photography? Portrait photography is about capturing the essence, personality, identity and attitude of a person through the use of backgrounds, lighting and poses. While this definition may seem simple, portrait photography can be one of the most difficult forms of photography to master. The goal is to take a photo that looks natural and prepared to highlight the subject’s personality. As long as a portrait photographer can effectively capture the character of the subject, it doesn’t matter what equipment they use. While it’s always helpful to have state-of-the-art equipment, it’s not really necessary. What does a portrait photographer do? A portrait photographer is responsible for taking photographs of their subjects. Portrait photographers find the best background/location with the right lighting for their portraits. Most portrait photographers also give their models advice on how to pose. They also edit and print photographs to offer to their clients. Location A common task for a portrait photographer is to find a location for a portrait photography backdrop. The photographer can take a portrait in the studio or find a location outside the studio using the scan function. A popular choice for portrait photography is a simple studio background. This is ideal for most traditional portrait photographers as it allows them to isolate their subjects and eliminate distracting background elements. Another option is to find a location outside of the studio.
LIGHTING
Turning on Lighting a portrait photograph is one of the most important aspects of portrait photography because different lighting setups can create a completely different attitude/emotion in the portrait. Most portrait photographers do not use their camera’s built-in flash, but rather use natural light or studio lighting and reflectors. If a photographer is shooting in a studio, they can use a combination of reflectors along with external lights to illuminate the model. If studio lighting is not available or not your style, you can opt for a naturally lit portrait. In this case, the portrait photographer turns to natural sunlight. This requires more knowledge of the time of day and body position in order to take effective portraits in natural light and, if done correctly, can produce beautiful portraits. What makes a photo a portrait? A photograph becomes a portrait when the subject, along with the background, lighting, and emotion, can create a sense of connection between the viewer and the portrait. A hidden photo is not considered a portrait, but the most candid portraits are often the best. Why is portrait photography important? Portrait photography can be important for many reasons, and these can vary from person to person. A portrait photograph can be important for historical preservation, personal branding, or personal enjoyment.