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Photographing people
Body language
Body language is important in a portrait. Posing your subject is a key to the success of a portrait. Striking a pose to capture your subject with you digital camera is not as simple as you might think. When you are photographing your subject there are many factors to consider, but the comfort and relaxation of your subject should be a big concern to you.
PORTRAITSECRETS Top 10 tips for portraits
Digital cameras, film cameras and all of the high-tech accessories are tools in the photographer's hands. This Top 10 list offers advice to get the most from your camera.
Solving portrait problems puts your subject's "best face" forward
With your digital camera portrait prowess on display during a portrait session, there are potential problems that can keep you from putting the "best face" on your subject. Use these tips to help solve some classic portrait problems.
Children, portraits and clothing
Camera-ready clothing for a family photo or individual portrait session should be a simple process. Comfortable clothing in neutral colors can enhance the content of your photographs and add to the comfort of your subject. Keep it simple and successful.
Posing
Posing and understanding photography posing ideas is essential is helpful in understanding portrait composition. Portrait composition is a purely subjective exercise. There is no “right way/wrong way” of composition, but there are helpful guidelines and suggestions that will lead you to success. Learn tips and techniques from a veteran portrait photographer as you develop your own portrait style.
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Good photographs begin with good light. In the digital photography world, the quality of light corresponds to the quality of the photograph. The dramatic light of the early morning and late afternoon can raise the quality of your images. In poorly lit situations use supplemental lighting from the camera's flash in the fill-flash mode.
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Adobe's Photoshop is very expensive at nearly $700, Is it worth it?
Dear PS,
Adobe's Photoshop is very expensive at nearly $700, Is it worth it?
On the cheap in Oregon
Dear On the cheap,
Yes! If you plan to take creative steps in dealing with your images, photoshop and the lastest Creative Suite 2 are simply the best and most efficients image handling programs available. Is it "worth it" to you, that depends on what you hope to achieve with your images. I would suggest the Elements version of photoshop as an entry level position. Better yet, check a local computer store or even the Apple Store an invest a little time in attending a couple of their tutorial classes for a "test drive" of the program. Then you'll be better informed before you spend your money.
Thanks for your question,
Michael at PS
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