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Useful Guidelines On Portrait Photography NYC

By Linda Cantrell


Photographs are used to store memories of anything that one might have gone through or places where an individual might have visited. However, when a person wants to capture and display something that is very important to him, portrait photography comes to mind. The intention of this kind of photography is to show something about the personality, life or character of an individual.

Portrait photography NYC can be done in a studio or at home by a professional photographer. An individual can also decide to do this kind of photography on his own. Therefore for the purposes of those individuals thinking of doing this activity indoors in their homes or in a building, this article provides tips to consider during the photography sessions.

The first thing to consider is the background of the photo. It should not be a reflective background such that it reflects too much light on a person. One can choose any color to his or her liking for the photography. There can be any design at the background but it should not pop out so much so as to overshadow the subject.

Another great thing to ensure is the lighting scheme. One can decide to use natural or artificial light. In a studio, controlled artificial light is usually used. But if it is at home, one can make use of natural light but it should also be controlled. The light should not hit a person directly but from the side. A reflective material can be placed on one side of the subject to light up the side that is dark depending on the position from the source of light.

When it comes to artificial light, a lamp can be used. This one is also positioned at a strategic point and controlled. Lighting schemes are not limited to the two mentioned ones as a photographer can try out various schemes to have clear photos.

Camera settings also ought to be adjusted accordingly to produce the right photos for the frame. The resolution, orientation among other settings should be changed appropriately. This will depend on whether the subject wants a face portrait or a full or half body images. If it is the face portrait, the face obviously has to pop. Therefore the shot has to be a close one with few distractions on the background.

For the half or full body picture, the photographer should take it a distance from the subject and also adjust his settings accordingly. With all these aspects into consideration, the photographer should ensure that the subject is always comfortable and relaxed. He or she should also engage the subject in a small conversation to take his or her mind off the camera.

Considering the above tips will go a long way to having quality photography. After completing the photo session, next will be creating the portrait. Here, the individual will have to bring his creative and artistic qualities to be able to show life, personality and character of a subject through the image.




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