Running out of ideas for shooting portraits? Sometimes, all you need is a prop that you can use as a major part of your portrait's story. If you've been working in the studio for a while, you might want to bring your session outdoors to give your photos a scenic or even moody look.
Case in point is the lovely session by Irene Rudnyk where she took portraits in natural light outdoors with her model holding a cello. . thephoblographer.com
How many of you go out there and actively go ahead with asking strangers for street portraits? I'm sure not a whole lot of you. Whether you're new to photography or far along into the craft, it pays to challenge yourself every now and then to keep your skills sharp and your perspectives fresh. thephoblographer.com »
2017-08-22 10:00
It goes without saying that lighting is an incredible important aspect to any genre of photography. But in portraiture, light can be used to create, or enhance, emotion in a photo. In this 13-minute video by The Slanted Lens, photographer Jay P. petapixel.com »
2017-06-28 21:53
Photographer Sean Tucker‘s latest project is about a lot more than portrait photography. It’s about respecting, honoring, and yes, capturing a culture far outside his own experience and comfort zone. petapixel.com »
2017-04-10 23:13
While the world is obsessing over newer, higher Megapixel count and more powerful cameras, the most important factor when it comes to photography is light. Therefore having the ability to modify and improve lighting quality can significantly enhance the image output. thephoblographer.com »
2017-01-06 23:04
We all know that headshot photography is all about capturing the essence of our subjects - their personality, character, and unique qualities that make them stand out.
A photographer captured the portraits of South Korea's legendary "Grandma Divers," elderly women who freedive deep into the ocean for seafood. [Read More]
Most professional portrait photographers exclusively use strobes for a variety of reasons, but commercial photographer and director Isaac Alvarez explains that in some circumstances, there are still reasons to use constant lights. [Read More]
I. Love. Film. If there were an opportunity only to photograph and develop film today, I would do it in a heartbeat. I miss the smell of the chemicals, the sound of running water, and the amber light in the darkroom.
Mother’s Day is about a few things: flowers, lunch or dinner together, and of course, family photo time, a good opportunity to update the archive with images of us all together again. [Read More]
"Thrifting is my middle name," says photographer Aline Smithson. "I did do some of that, I used some of my own wardrobe, and photographer friends shared some clothing too. " Aline is quite the photographer.
There is a common misconception that men are much easier to photograph. While this holds when it comes to men’s much less demanding styling, women can be every bit as easy to work with as men. Understanding a bit of psychology at play, setting expectations, and communication are vital elements of a successful shoot.