Composition portrait photography

I've been reading photographers' discussions on various external strobe accessories. I had these tests done some years back for my textbook, "Photojournalism: The Professionals' Approach." From top to bottom, the Indoor/Outdoor comparisons are for: Direct Flash Bouncing the strobe off a ceiling Lumiquest Omnidome Through an umbrella Off an umbrella Through a softbox Outdoors or in a large ballroom or gymnasium, all the accessories work less well at softening shadows. The scattered light rays…

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Helpful Tips for Better Portrait Compositions In portrait photography, we often focus strongly on the posing of the subject, sometimes to the detriment of the overall composition of the image. If you would like to improve the composition of your portrait photos, check out this fantastic video tutorial that features an experienced portrait photographer...

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Portrait composition techniques aren't difficult. Just some simple tips and rules will make a huge difference in your captures. Learn these 10 tips!

In this blog post, we will explore the art of mastering portraits and provide tips from professional photographers in New Zealand. Mastering the art of portraits requires skill, technique, and a keen eye for capturing emotion and personality. To gain insights from the best in the industry, we have reached out to professional photographers based in New Zealand. These seasoned photographers have shared their valuable tips and tricks for creating stunning and captivating…

Examples of the rule of thirds in photography with explanations of why each photo works and how it uses rule of thirds composition

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Examples of the rule of thirds in photography with explanations of why each photo works and how it uses rule of thirds composition