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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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How to Use Off-Camera Flash for Outdoor Portraits

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: January 22, 2023

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If you’ve struggled with using flash, gotten results you are less than pleased with, or just aren’t sure when to use it and how, this article will be very helpful! I will cover: how and when to use off camera flash for outdoor portraits; quality of light; why off camera and more. Included are sample portraits, lighting diagrams, and exposure information as well as equipment suggestions. Don’t miss this epic article on this much requested topic!

Balancing Flash and Natural Light for Portraits

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: October 20, 2022

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Step by step article on how to adjust your camera settings to balance and control both the natural light and flash exposure. Includes sample photos, a lighting diagram, before and after and a special bonus FREE PDF download FLASH CHEAT SHEET to help you understand settings for flash photography.

Help Portrait 2012 and my Top 5 Random Portrait Tips

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: September 21, 2022

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In this article I cover the special event “Help Portrait” that I participated in December 2012. I give examples from this event where we donated our time and skills to give portraits to those that cannot afford them. Also included for you is 5 tips on doing portraits that will help you have a more successful photo session.

Do what’s important – photograph your loved ones!

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: October 17, 2022

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Why photography is important – it records history, it records life. Don’t miss the opportunity to photograph your loved ones before it’s too late. Dedicated to our great cat Pumpkin, who at age 18 we had to say goodbye to today with great sadness.

Understanding Available Light

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: October 17, 2022

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In an available light workshop held at the Alberta Railway Museum, students learned many digital photography tips including how to make use of available lighting techniques. These photography tips show how to use window lighting, direct sunlight and reflectors to enhance the subject. Understanding how to look for good light and then accentuate your subject or model with natural light techniques.

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