portrait photography
What you wear as a portrait photographer matters more than you realise
Jul 10, 2017
John Aldred
Many portrait photographers obsess about the clothes their subjects wear on a shoot. They’re often asked to avoid certain colours, or patterns, or given a…
How to use direct sunlight to your advantage and get some awesome shots
Jul 7, 2017
Dunja Đuđić
Most of the photographers avoid direct sunlight when taking outdoor portraits, especially if the Sun is the only light source. However, you can turn the…
How to create strong dynamic portraits using only one light and a beauty dish
Jul 6, 2017
John Aldred
The whole “one light” thing always seems to be a popular topic. And it’s not really surprising. Every day new people are getting into flash….
These artists connect portraiture with architecture photography to create a feast for your eyes
Jul 5, 2017
Dunja Đuđić
Spanish duo Daniel Rueda and Anna Devis are creatives, explorers, architecture lovers, and photographers. They travel the world and capture what they see in a…
Why taking self-portraits is good for you [slightly NSFW]
Jul 4, 2017
Dunja Đuđić
As photographers, we find ourselves behind the camera way more often than in front of it. However, some photographers enjoy taking self-portraits as well. I…
An inspirational message for photographers: what really makes a great photo?
Jul 3, 2017
Dunja Đuđić
The debate whether the gear matters or not is probably never ending. And while I generally always place the idea above gear, I still believe…
Lensbaby launches Velvet 85mm f/1.8, a lens designed for soft portraits
Jun 27, 2017
Dunja Đuđić
Lensbaby has announced Velvet 85mm f/1.8, a lens inspired by classic portrait lenses from the mid-20th century. With smooth and soft glow, it’s especially aimed…
Here’s how to use light to convey different emotions in your work
Jun 23, 2017
Dunja Đuđić
There are plenty of factors that can convey the emotion want to express through your image. While light is one of the essential components for…
Photographer shares how she turned the feeling of anxiety into an enchanting photo
Jun 23, 2017
Dunja Đuđić
Butterflies in your stomach – such a familiar feeling, isn’t it? Ukrainian photographer Anya Anti was inspired by this feeling, and turned it into a…
Five great tips to help you master portrait lighting and improve your photography
Jun 20, 2017
Dunja Đuđić
Learning different portrait lighting techniques can seem complicated when you’re just starting out. Because of this, photographer Ed Verosky shares some great advice to help…