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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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5 Tips for Photographing Camera-Shy Portrait Subjects

by Linda Pasfield | Last Updated: January 4, 2020

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Photographing camera-shy portrait subjects can be tricky. Here are 5 tips to help you bring them out of their shell and get better photos.

10 Camera Settings and Equipment Tips for Portrait Photography

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: January 22, 2022

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Here are 10 tips to help you with your camera settings and equipment choices when doing portrait photography. These technical things will help you gain confidence in your work so you can focus on the artistic and creative side. Download your free guide to camera settings as a special bonus.

Top 14 People Photography Mistakes and Tips for How to Avoid Them

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: June 8, 2020

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Beginners often make these 14 common people photography mistakes. See if you are guilty of any of these, and get tips on how to avoid them by reading this article.

How to Use Off-Camera Flash to Create a Dramatic Night Portrait

by Bruce | Last Updated: January 4, 2020

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In this article wedding photographer and my co-instructor for the new course “Portrait Lighting on Location” shows you how to create a dramatic night portrait using off-camera flash, balanced with the ambient or natural light.

30 Stunning Portraits to Inspire You

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: March 20, 2022

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This set of stunning portraits is purely for your enjoyment and inspiration. If you like people photography get some ideas and study the lighting – see which style you are most attracted to so you can develop your own photographic style.

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