Portrait Photography How To

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Dan Havlik  |  May 02, 2018  | 

Do you hate how you look in photos? Or, as a photographer, are you often unsatisfied with how your subjects appear in your images after you snap the photo? The problem might not be you; it could simply be the wrong pose.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 17, 2023  | 

Yesterday we posted a very helpful tutorial describing five common shooting errors made by novice photographers and how to avoid them. Today's lesson from the Sightseeing Stan YouTube channel takes a similar approach with regard to post-processing mistakes that can easily ruin your images.

Ron Leach  |  Feb 01, 2021  | 

Those considered “past their prime,” are familiar with the adage that “you’re only as old as you feel.” But I can tell you from personal experience that there’s another way to think about aging, especially when peering in a mirror; namely, you’re also as old as you look.

Ron Leach  |  Oct 07, 2020  | 

Regardless of the type of photography you do, once you get the light right it’s all about composition. And there’s no better way to refine your eye than by gleaning some wisdom from highly acclaimed pros.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 29, 2020  | 

Every so often we post something a bit different, intended to illustrate the power of photography, give us pause, and cause us to reflect upon how provocative images have the ability change the way we view our world. This is one such post, with photo collages of people who live completely different lives.

Henry Anderson  |  Aug 17, 2021  | 

Lighting your portraits properly is the key to producing a great image. Everyone knows this but not everyone knows how to do lighting right. Fortunately, there are experts like photographer Manny Ortiz who shows you how to do the ultimate lighting set-up in just two minutes.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 14, 2023  | 

Every so often we come across a Lightroom tutorial that reveals a quick trick that you absolutely shouldn't miss. In this case it's what one expert calls a "secret Lightroom feature that that can really supercharge your workflow." Best yet, it takes less than two minutes to explain and can dramatically enhance just about any image you capture.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Apr 16, 2019  | 

What separates a good portrait from a great portrait? Sometimes it's simply about making your subject stand out.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 23, 2016  | 

Indigenous peoples in remote parts of the word tend to be rather wary of outsiders—especially when they have a camera pointed in their face. But Turkish photographer Mehmet Genc uses a simple method to put his subjects at ease: He just tells them “You are so beautiful.”

Shutterbug Staff  |  Sep 17, 2018  | 

Photographer Sean Tucker has a message for photographers who might have a phobia about using their camera’s manual mode. Get over your fear! Understanding manual mode is critical to nailing exposure, which he fully explains in the below video.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Oct 01, 2019  | 

Let's face it: not everyone is a model. In fact, many photographers just use their friends and family to pose for them on photo shoots. But how to do you make someone look great in a photo who is not a professional model?

Dan Havlik  |  Jul 08, 2020  | 

We love it when pro photographers recommend their favorite gear because nothing beats having an expert opinion. In the below video, long-time portrait photographer Miguel Quiles who runs a popular YouTube channel, shares what he says is the best background for portrait photography.

Henry Anderson  |  Apr 29, 2021  | 

Boudoir pro Critsey Rowe has a lot of secrets when it comes to the art of intimate portraiture. Fortunately, she likes to share these special tricks with her audience of boudoir beginners on her YouTube channel.

Henry Anderson  |  Nov 10, 2021  | 

It's a simple consideration but one that's crucial for shooting attractive portraits. What is the right height to hold or position your camera?

Dan Havlik  |  Nov 18, 2020  | 

One of the most important decisions a photographer makes when setting up his or her gear is which lens to choose. While, of course, you can always change lenses later if you have an interchangeable lens camera such as a DSLR or mirrorless system, but that can take additional time and you might miss your shot.

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