5 PORTRAITS

Capture people shots full of flair and personality with a combination of technical and interpersonal skills

SHOOT LIKE A PRO

Five ways to take your portraits from good to great, through lighting, framing and more

Help your subject

Your model can’t see what you can see: help them to understand the frame and how it looks with helpful communication.

Focus your light

Our eyes are typically drawn to bright areas in photos, so use your lighting to focus the viewer’s attention.

Get close

Being physically closer to your model allows you to better connect with the person you are photographing.

Fill your frame

Unless it’s an environmental portrait, use the entire frame to show your subject. They should always be the main focus.

Your position

Your position as the photographer is paramount; your position allows you to decide what kind of shot you want to create.