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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Consider Lighting

Photo by Denitra Moore

Creating a natural glow is key to taking a good portrait. Here, the subject is leaning on a white table that is reflecting the soft, natural light onto her face.

Camera: Canon EOS Digital Rebel. ISO: 400. Lens: 50 mm. Exposure: 1/500. Aperture: f2.8. Lighting: Natural.

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