Photography Class: How to Help You Take Better Portraits
A New Approach to Portrait Photography, Get Confident Working With Models, Get the Best Out of the Light Around You
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54
students
43 mins
content
Nov 2023
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$59.99
regular price
What you will learn
Learn how to shoot portraits in your own home in a classic way, utilising the space you’ve got
Utilising everyday equipment for your shoot
Introduction to basic styling techniques for portraits
How to interact with your model or sitter to get them comfortable and relaxed before your session starts
Communicating your Intentions / expectations and successfully managing that of your sitter’s
How to create the ideal set-up for a classic portrait
Learning how and when to use fill-in or reflected light
How to make sure that when you go on location, you bring the right amount of kit (equipment itinerary) and keep aware so you don’t forget anything when you pa l
Discover posing and being a confident director of y our model. Learn what good expressions and body positioning look like
You will learn the benefits and limitations of available light, both daylight and artificial light
Styling - patterns on clothing and their effect on your model’s appearance
Awareness of how model/sitter’s appearance is affected by a neutral background
Control of the set - learning how to manage your surroundings during your shoot
Understanding how to shoot with a shallow depth of field and recognising how it affects your image
Using a monitor during your shoot & sharing with your model - pros & cons
Getting friends or relatives to help you with your photo shoot - posing for portraits or helping you out on shoots
Ideas on how to create your own self portrait diary
Introduction to shooting professional headshots
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4/9/2021
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6/26/2022
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