3/21/2014

Tips On Portrait Photography NYC

By Linda Cantrell


Photographs are used to store memories of anything that one might have gone through or places where an individual might have visited. However, when a person wants to capture and display something that is very important to him, portrait photography comes to mind. The intention of this kind of photography is to show something about the personality, life or character of an individual.

Portrait photography NYC can be done at home or at a studio by a professional. Usually, when at a studio, everything is usually set and what the professional will need to do is just adjust everything accordingly. However, for a photographer in New York City wanting to do this at the comfort of his home, there are certain things to consider in order to have quality portrait photography.

To begin the list, the background ought to be well considered and chosen. Care should be taken so as not to pick a background material that reflects light. A good material is one that absorbs light. As to the color and design, it should be simple so as not to overshadow the subject.

Another great thing to ensure is the lighting scheme. One can decide to use natural or artificial light. In a studio, controlled artificial light is usually used. But if it is at home, one can make use of natural light but it should also be controlled. The light should not hit a person directly but from the side. A reflective material can be placed on one side of the subject to light up the side that is dark depending on the position from the source of light.

As for the artificial lights, it can be a hanging bulb or side lamp among other types of lighting systems. Therefore an individual should try out different lighting schemes and finally decide on the most appropriate one for the session. Persons can also be creative and use their own self created lighting schemes.

The camera setting is also crucial to having quality outcome. Normally people wanting this kind of photography are concerned with the face and shoulders but others might want a full or half length body portrait. A photographer must therefore adjust the settings of the camera depending on the requirements. The settings for taking an up close photo are different with those of full body or half body pictures.

For the half or full body picture, the photographer should take it a distance from the subject and also adjust his settings accordingly. With all these aspects into consideration, the photographer should ensure that the subject is always comfortable and relaxed. He or she should also engage the subject in a small conversation to take his or her mind off the camera.

These portrait photography tips can be used indoors or at a studio. Once the photo session is complete, it will depend on the photographer to bring out the artistic qualities of the photos. Since his kind of photography is to display something important for the subject, creativity is crucial on the part of the photographer to ensure that something of importance is depicted through the photo.




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