Do you want to know seven secrets for a successful photoshoot? These practical photography tips are essential for those amazing portrait photography sessions. I’ve put them all together here for you. You can use these photo shoot tips to build up your personal photography portfolio. Your portrait photography sessions will be more fruitful. Plan Ahead […]
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A Discussion – Supermodel Helena Christensen And Portrait Photographer Mary Ellen Mark
Supermodel Helena Christensen and Documentary Photographer Mary Ellen Mark discuss their work, travels and inspirations with Mark Seliger. From Johnny Depp to the circus performers of India and from the villages of Peru to the celebrities of Hollywood, Christensen and Mark talk about the challenges of finding the essence of their subjects and the thrill […]
What You Can Learn About Portrait Photography From Da’ Vinchi’s Mona Lisa
When it comes to famous images the Mona Lisa by Leonardo Da Vinci is one of the most recognized in the world. When I visited the Lourve in Paris a couple of years ago I was stunned by the crowds of people gathering around this small image, pushing and shoving to get close and to […]
How To Shoot Minimalist Portrait Photography
Sometimes, all you want to do is go out and take striking photos of people. Some of us don’t want to worry about complicated plans, equipment, and locations. Minimalist portrait photography is the key to this. Here’s how to shoot simple and powerful portraits. What Is Minimalist Portrait PhotographyMinimalist portrait photography is a sub-genre that’s […]
Black and White Portrait Photography Tips
Why would you choose to create black and white photographs in the era of digital cameras that are capable of accurately capturing millions upon millions of colors? Black and white photography seems to be a constant in the history of the medium, with color technology only propagating itself into wide use around halfway between Nicéphore […]
How To Take Better Musician Portrait
I grew up in a musical family. At any point in the day, you could focus your ears and hear The Art of the Musician Portrait instruments sounding throughout the house. It overwhelmed a lot of people, but when you live in it, you learn how to tune out the noise. Growing up in a […]
Jeremy Cowart: Celebrity Photographer And Founder Of Help-Portrait
Jeremy Cowart is a powerful name and a trailblazer in the photography industry. But it’s not just his photographs that are creating a craze; it’s his art, his nature, his philanthropic platforms, his talent and his unbelievable like-ability. Besides the fact that his viewfinder has seen the likes of many major celebrities from Nashville to Los Angeles, he balances his passions with other arts, his family, and giving back.
30 Best Female Poses For Portrait Photography
There are all kinds of female poses out there that can make or break an image. It’s important to experiment with different posing techniques to keep your images diverse. Here are 30 of our best female poses and photography tips that can teach you how to pose models effectively.
What Is an Editorial Portrait And How To Shoot Editorial Portrait
The main purpose of editorial portraits is to illustrate the story of the person you’re photographing. You don’t necessarily have to make them look good. In this article I want to share with you some editorial photography tips. These tips will help you better understand what editorial portraits are. They will also provide you with practical methods to use when you need to illustrate someone’s story with a single portrait.
Portrait | A Documentary On Photography
Portrait is a documentary that explores the people behind the question, “In the age of Instagram, what sets a professional photographer apart?”
The 10 Different Types of Portrait Photography You Should Know
Portrait photography is devoted to capturing people and personality. But portraits often go beyond a photo of a smiling person. There are many different sub-genres or types of portrait photography. Ready to flex your creative muscle and expand the different types of portrait photography in your arsenal? Here are the 10 different types of portrait photography you should know.
Tips To Enhancing Your Portrait Photography
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.