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Portrait Photography Tutorials for Working with Light and Subjects

These portrait photography tutorials will help you learn how to take better portrait photographs. Have you just bought a fancy camera but you don’t know what settings and lenses to use? Terrified of using a flash?

Take better people photos with these beginner portrait photography tutorials.
Never fear, in this section you are going to find everything you need to know to start improving your portrait photos.

Take your portraits to the next level with our tutorials and guides. In this section we will cover:

  • Camera settings and equipment tips for portrait photographers
  • 5 Benefits of Learning Portrait Photography Even If You Dont Do Portraits
  • How to Photograph Camera Shy People
  • Common people photography mistakes and how to avoid them
  • Understanding Available Light and Using it in Your Portraits
  • How to use on-Camera flash
  • Understanding the importance of light when photographing people
  • Equipment and book reviews and advice
  • Examples, tips, and practice to improve your portraits

To start taking better portraitures, first, you are going to need to learn about lighting. That means you are also going to need to learn about using a flash. So many people find using a flash terrifying and a huge challenge.

Flash Photography Tutorials

In my flash photography section, I have articles that are going to break everything right down for you and bust some common photography myths.

Many photographers make the same mistakes, especially when they are just starting out. Don’t worry I’ve got you covered! In this section, you are going to find everything you need from lighting to helping your portrait subjects to relax.

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12 Famous Portrait Photographers From History You Need to Know

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: December 31, 2021

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Sometimes, in order to move more confidently into your own future, you must delve into the past. So this list of 12 famous portrait photographers in history will help you get started on your journey. There is much to learn from these masters, you just have to look!

How to Make Creative Self-Portraits at Home

by Stacey Adams | Last Updated: April 26, 2021

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In this article, you’ll learn all the steps to creating a great self-portrait. That includes setting up your camera, focusing tips, and the best options for controlling the shutter (firing the camera).

How to Create Professional Looking Baby Photos at Home

by Stacey Adams | Last Updated: February 20, 2021

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If you have a new bundle of joy in your household, here are some tips to help you out creating some amazing baby photos at home.

How to Turbo Boost Your Portrait Editing with Luminar 4

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: January 5, 2022

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In this tutorial, I’ll show you how powerful the tools inside Luminar 4 are for portrait editing. So if you want to give your digital workflow a turbo boost, hang on to your hat and let’s go!

5 Benefits of Learning Portrait Photography Even if You Don’t Do Portraits

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: April 19, 2022

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Even if you have no intention of ever doing portraits, in this article, I’m going to show you a few reasons why you might want to consider learning about it, to help improve all your photography.

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