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TECHNIQUES | PHOTOGRAPHY | PORTRAIT PHOTO ADVICE


Portrait Photo Advice

Whoever your subject and whatever your location, the goal of good portrait-taking is the same: to capture the character and personality of your subject. Follow these tips to get striking portraits in no time.
 
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Bring Out the Eyes

Photo by Tracy Kyle

For this portrait of her husband, Tracy focused on his eyes to make them the sharpest portion of the image. This created a more personal experience and shows her husband’s personality.

Camera: Canon EOS Digital Rebel. ISO: 200. Lens: 50 mm. Exposure: 1/60. Aperture: f2.5. Lighting: Natural.

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