20:03
How to Shoot Headshots That Show Personality and Connection
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.
21:16
Photographer Captures Freediving Grandmas Who Delve Deep into the Ocean
A photographer captured the portraits of South Korea's legendary "Grandma Divers," elderly women who freedive deep into the ocean for seafood. [Read More]
07:00
We Are in a Film Renaissance! Here Are My Favorites
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.
19:28
How to Shoot Better Photos of Mom on Mother’s Day
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]
08:00
Aline Smithson Will Make You Fall in Love With “Hollywood at Home”
"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.
14:00
Tips for Better Portraits
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.
08:00
Aaron Yeandle’s Fascinating Portraits Allowed Him to Explore
“Covid was a new and invisible terror,” the photographer Aaron Yeandle remembers. “March 2020 was a very scary time, as we were just seeing and hearing about these mass deaths all over the world. ” In Guernsey, where Yeandle is based, the first lockdown ran for 88 days, starting on March 24th.
18:38
‘Hidden Light’ Infrared Portrait Series is Dreamy, Ethereal, and Unusual
Photographer Maren Klemp’s new series “Hidden Light” is a fine art project that melds infrared, landscape, and portraiture to create scenes that appear as windows to a different world.
19:37
5 Things Photographers Can Learn from Cinematic Lighting
One of the bigger personal projects I’ve been working on recently is my Cinematic Studio Lighting course. During the process of writing the accompanying notes and shooting promotional images for the event, I’ve done a ton of research on how cinematographers and directors of photography work, think, and plan their shots. Warning: This article contains […]
22:07
Rock Star Bryan Adams is Photographing the 2022 Pirelli Calendar
Bryan Adams — a musician perhaps best known for his hit “(Everything I Do) I Do It for You” — has been tapped to photograph the 2022 Pirelli calendar. The singer-turned-photographer is currently shooting the likes of Iggy Pop, Jennifer Hudson, and Grimes.
07:00
How Photographer Christopher Michel Makes Stunning, Soulful Portraits
"How important is that photo of you with your parents?" asks photographer Christopher Michel when asked about portraiture. "I’m guessing pretty darn important. . . Photography is a kind of alchemy – photographs almost always become more valuable over time.
13:00
Platon: The Man Who’s Far More Than a Photographer
"I'm not really a photographer at all," proclaimed Platon in the opening of his 2017 Netflix documentary. Hearing this left me feeling perplexed. How could someone who had dedicated so much to the craft tell the world he's not a photographer? Four years later, I was given the opportunity to speak to him.
14:00
How to Get Golden Skin Tones in Your Portrait Photos
Fact: most people go about getting those gorgeous golden skin tones using post-production. But what if I told you you didn't need to. Instead, you can get it by shooting in-camera, and you won't need post-production.
02:00
Louis Dazy Explains How He Gets Double Exposures In-Camera
Photographer Louis Dazy always amazes me. He works with film and has done a whole lot involving the neon portrait trend. But Louis takes it further. You see, Louis is an actual creative with amazing amounts of foresight.
18:29
How to Choose Your Portrait Photo Background on Location
When shooting portraits on location, choosing the right background is critical, and just like anything in photography, there is no one size that fits all. Let’s break them down into different scenarios.
13:00
Infographic: Tips on Shooting Portraits with an 85mm Lens
For many photographers, the 85mm focal length is synonymous with portraiture. Whenever the topic of portrait photography comes up, the discussion inevitably involves the use of 85mm lenses. But why is the 85mm focal length so closely associated with portrait photography and how can you best utilize it in your portraiture work? That's precisely what we're covering today with our latest original Phoblographer infographic.
07:00
How This Photographer Made a Grid Portrait with Kodak Tri-X
"I like the look of seeing the numbers from the film and the entire strip because it brings more depth to the image," relates photographer Cameron Mosier about his unique portrait shot on film. "A fun thing about the image is the imperfections.
02:00
The 3 Best Nikon Cameras for Portrait Photographers
Nikon has a good track record of producing cameras that portrait photographers love. Thanks to Nikon's color science, the tank-like build quality of their cameras, and the vast library of prime and zoom lenses that can be used, Nikon cameras suit the genre well.
02:00
Dem Tones: The Three Best Canon Cameras for a Portrait Photographer
While Canon's cameras may be lacking in features compared to some of the other cameras that are on the market, that does not mean that they are any less capable when it comes to helping you create gorgeous images.
21:45
See Canon’s ‘Dramatically Improved’ Eye Autofocus in Action
Portrait photographer Manny Ortiz recently got the chance to try out Canon’s recent autofocus update for the EOS R, and the news is good: according to Ortiz, the update has “dramatically improved” Eye AF performance and totally changed the usability of the EOS R for portraiture. Canon made much of its recent firmware update for […]
23:00
Here’s Proof a 50mm F1.8 Is All You Need for Portraits
Using the right lens for the kind of photography you want to do. For portrait photography, for example, the 50mm f1.8 is one of the best and most recommended. If you're still looking for a portrait lens to serve as your go-to glass for your shoots, this collection of photos may prove to you why the 50mm f1.8 makes a good choice.
23:00
Here’s Proof That 50mm F1.8 is All You Need for Portraits
Using the right lens for the kind of photography you want to do. For portrait photography, for example, the 50mm f1.8 is one of the best and most recommended. If you're still looking for a portrait lens to serve as your go-to glass for your shoots, this collection of photos may prove to you why the 50mm f1.8 makes a good choice.
07:00
Polaroid as a Popular Medium for Fine Art Nude Photography Today (NSFW)
A quick browse at #Polaroid on Instagram will show a mix of mostly random, but among the most eye-catching are the portraits, with either a fashion slant or a more experimental look. Dig into the hashtags and accounts and you'll start to narrow down the posts to actual Polaroid photos, with even more interesting portraits popping up.
20:09
3 Ways to Use Plexiglass for Creative Portraits
As a portrait photographer, it can often be difficult to keep thing interesting in the studio. Adding a unique element to your images can help them stand out while also allowing you to have little fun.
18:35
5 Modifiers for Photographers on the Move
A little while ago I was teaching one of my lighting workshops and one of the attendees was looking to implement some of the set-ups I was sharing into his workflow. Seems simple enough right? Well, it turns out this photographer was a Formula 1 trackside shooter that needed to get portraits of drivers and […]
13:00
An Introduction to Shooting Portraits in Natural Light
Photographing portraits using natural light as the sole light source have become such a rage lately that some photographers have branded themselves as "Natural Light Only Photographers." While you can certainly create some stunning images with the proper use of only natural light, understanding how light behaves and being able to harness light in all of its forms, natural or otherwise, will help shape you into a better, more complete photographer.
13:00
Creating Stunning Portraits Using Beautiful Golden Hour Light
For the uninitiated, Golden Hour describes the short, fleeting period of time just after the sun had risen or immediately before it is about to set. During this momentary window, the sun appears very close to the horizon and produces a quality of available light that tends to be beautifully diffused and typically embodies a warmer tone than usual.
22:11
3 Lessons in Photographing People I Learned from My Favorite Shooters
I like to be very aware of my influencers and the effect they have on my work. When I find that I particularly like an image from another photographer, I will give it a lot of thought before I try and apply any of my analysis to my own images. Photographing people is one of […]
11:00
7 Reasons Flash Is Superior To Natural Light For Portrait Photography
With the number of portrait photographers proclaiming that they only shoot in natural light perplexingly on the rise, one begs to question why someone wouldn't want to have full control over how they lit their portrait subjects.
11:00
Seven Reasons Flash Is Superior to Natural Light for Portrait Photography
With the number of portrait photographers proclaiming that they only shoot in natural light perplexingly on the rise, one begs to question why someone wouldn't want to have full control over how they lit their portrait subjects.
20:30
A Recipe for a Little Red Riding Hood Photo Shoot
For most kids, deciding what to wear for Halloween is an exciting time to make a yearly memory. This is no different for my own daughter. However, this year, she received her costume from a neighbor as a hand-me-down.
19:31
A Key to Powerful Portraits: The Eyes
Want to shoot powerful portraits? One of the keys to doing so is focusing on your subject’s eyes. This 2. 5-minute video by Light Club is an inspiring look into this critical facet of portraiture.
16:00
Elena Iv-skaya Conveys Beauty in Contrasts in “Double Beauty”
While the fashion world has been found guilty of promoting unreasonable beauty standards, fashion photographers like Elena Iv-skaya bring back our faith in the industry. In her latest set Double Beauty, Iv-skaya skillfully uses contrasts in skin color as a canvas to showcase beauty in diversity.
13:00
Quick Tips for Shooting Natural Light Portraits Outdoors
One of the best places to shoot natural light portraits is, well, outdoors! Find out how you can use the natural light available outdoors in these quick tutorials. Previously, we’ve shared an Adorama TV tutorial by Mark Wallace showing how to shoot natural light portraits indoors. But of course, that’s not the only way to
07:00
How Does Medium Format Digital Do vs Medium Format Film for Portraits?
We're very well aware of the fact that 35mm full frame lenses have improved significantly over the years. In fact, 35mm lenses can be used pretty commonly for portraits at this point. If you think about this, then medium format must have become proportionally better, right?
07:00
Essentials: Recommendations For The Mirrorless Camera Portrait Photographer
Portrait photography is often a reason for many people to initially get into photography. Be that for taking portraits of their children or family, or simply just having an interest in capturing images of people.
07:00
Essentials: Recommendations for the Mirrorless Camera Portrait Photographer
Portrait photography is often a reason for many people to initially get into photography. Be that for taking portraits of their children or family, or simply just having an interest in capturing images of people.
18:51
Unconditional Love: Portraits of People and Pets in a Seattle Homeless Camp
In October 2017, I visited a good friend in Seattle, Washington, who runs an international animal rescue organization. Animals can have a positive impact on people’s lives. Unfortunately, I also saw and learned how much animals suffer abuse around the world.
08:00
Quick Review: Manfrotto Magnetic Background Mount and Lastolite Urban Collapsible Concrete Backdrop
This post may genuinely sound like an ad, but it really isn't as I've followed FTC laws since the first days of this blog. Instead, it's just genuine praise for pretty much everything about the system with the exception of folding the damn backdrop back down into a portable configuration.
14:00
These Photographers Made the Most of a Craigslist Ad Calling for Portrait Subjects
For budding photographers who are just starting out with portraiture, finding models to practice with can be a challenge. Not all of us are blessed with good-looking friends or big funds to hire models from agencies.
23:00
Liam Warton: The Chemical, Analog Magic of Film Photography
In an interview last year, we had a peek at one of the compelling portrait projects of Liam Warton and found out his beginnings in photography through film. He also mentioned how shooting analog was for him one of the best ways to read light and learn the basics.
11:00
Three Common Mistakes to Avoid in Portrait Photography
Looking into improving your portrait photography? In a recent Adorama video, Sony Artisan Miguel Quiles gives a quick rundown of the three mistakes photographers typically make when shooting portraits, and how you can avoid or correct them.
11:00
How to Create Beautiful Cinematic Portraits in the Studio
The cinematic aesthetic is one of the big trends photographers from various genres are currently jumping into, for a good reason. It creates beautiful results that effectively evoke emotions and sentiments to the viewer.
11:00
Quick Tips on Getting The Most Out Of Your 50mm Lens While Shooting Portraits
One of the 50mm focal lengths most popular uses though is portraiture; and if you are new to the 50mm focal length you may be wondering how you can get the best results when you are using one for portraits.
22:54
Shooting Portraits with a Giant Moon Using a 1120mm Lens
Photographer Eric Pare recently went out into the desert and shot a set of photos showing a model sitting next to the moon. And the size of the moon in the photos wasn’t faked. Pare managed to capture a gigantic moon by using a 1120mm lens and having his model sit very far away. Pare […]
07:00
Tips and Tricks on Photographing the Average Joe with Jeff Rojas
Photographer Jeff Rojas is trying to break the stereotype that men aren't as easy to work with as women are when it comes to shooting portraits. He's already put out a full book on Photographing Men, and he's also got some tutorials on how to photograph the "Average Joe.
16:00
Mauricio Candela’s Nostalgia Project Portrays the Simplicity of Childhood
One of the qualities that make childhood memories powerful subjects for any creative work is their universality. While we differ in experiences, the nostalgia of our younger years is something that we all feel once in a while.
19:00
George Muncey Shoots Large Format Portraits for Dickies
Today, the distinct look of film photography is sought after not only by ardent film shooters and professional photographers looking for alternate mediums, but apparently, by brands as well. It's not even limited to independent brands anymore, as George Muncey of Negative Feedback proves with a recent large format portrait shoot for Dickies.
18:45
This Photo Booth Shoots ‘Professional’ Headshots for $20
IRIS is a new photo booth that’s designed to shoot “professional” portraits of professionals for only $20. Instead of looking like typical photo book snapshots, the portraits are supposed to look like they were shot by a headshot photographer with studio lighting.
17:33
Kremer Johnson Photography Duo Introduces Los Angeles in Portraits
It's been a tried and tested way to document a place by photographing its people, which is why it remains a popular creative venture for photographers. The collaborative duo of Neil Kremer and Cory Johnson gives us a glimpse of Los Angeles by photographing random people making their way around the city for a set called Angelenos.
