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The Combination of People and Background Environment
If you want to express a character with a story, the collocation of the background environment, framing and composition are very important. When shooting people, some people think that the larger the aperture, the better, because a blurred shallow depth of field can highlight the subject. But because of this, the subject is clear, but the way of matching the background is sacrificed. It is a tourist photo that should be avoided. , so that after the trip, it’s not clear where each photo is in the background, wouldn’t that be a bummer?
A good background environment will let the viewer know at a glance what the person and thing the photo is about to express. It doesn’t take much to describe what the photographer wants to present, and it allows the viewer to spend more time on the photo, appreciating and discovering the interesting places in the photo.
Characters (especially elderly people) are often the best spokespersons for local culture, and their dress, behavior and actions can fully show the desirable exotic style.
Take a Set of Photos
How to take a group of people photos and select and combine them into a group of works from more than a dozen photos is quite a test of your editing ability. Each arrangement and selection can generate specific themes and ideas, and there is no certain answer. But how you make your choices shows your understanding of composition and idea presentation. This is not something that can be shown by taking a lot of shots. We recommend looking at other people’s works to improve.
Portrait photography can be presented in ever-changing ways, but as long as you master a few basic shooting tips, you can capture all kinds of precious shots and create the best memories on the go.
In mid-June, the Pamirs are full of rapeseed flowers, and a Tajik woman is working. At this time, I squatted and shot from a low angle, bringing in the yellow rape blossoms as the foreground, the woman as the middle shot, and the mountains of the Pamirs in the background.
Change the Shooting Angle
When shooting, different framing angles can create unexpected effects and change the way a photo is presented. When most people take pictures, they press the shutter at a height that is parallel to their eyes. That is, when they stand and look out from their height. In this way, you may wish to try different angles when shooting, such as: shooting from the top or shooting at a low angle. This can show different picture expressions.
Although the same person and background are shot, the difference in the viewing angle of the eyes will greatly change the viewer’s experience.
Change the Subject’s Eyes
Portrait eyes are often the most important part of portrait photography. Usually, the subject will look at the camera or pay attention to the photographer, resulting in an unnatural look. At this time, through mutual communication and interaction, the subject can reduce tension and pressure. And then guide the other party in a timely manner to capture the momentary sincere eyes when the other party is inadvertent. Because the viewing angle of the eyes is different, the photos will have a different sense of extension, you can try more.
Use Light to Highlight the Subject
The use of light is an important subject in photography. In portrait photography, there are countless ways to use light. And changing the angle of light projection can make the facial features of the characters present a completely different feeling. Shooting in side light, for example, can make the photo more three-dimensional and can also deepen the theme of the atmosphere.
Of course, you can try various ways to create, whether it is natural light source or external flash to assist, and shoot the creation you want.
The beautiful light that fills the room is highlighting the subject of the entire photo.
Silhouette Shooting
Using the contrast of the background light, the silhouette effect of the main body can be created. When shooting, pay attention to the control of the metering system. Under normal circumstances, it is best to use “central metering”, with the background light source as the metering point. This way you can maintain a fast shutter speed, freeze the silhouetted subject, and get creative with it.
The black silhouette jumps in the blue sea and sky, making it more dynamic.
Movement Capture in a Moment
Dynamic picture capture, some can be prepared in advance. For example, in camera settings, you can adjust various settings on the camera according to the environment you are in at the time and the subject you are shooting, such as: ISO, aperture, shutter speed, white balance and other related settings. The photographer can construct the presented picture according to the communication between his own creation and the action of the subject. Such as jumping and movement speed are very suitable. Of course, don’t forget the required settings on the camera.
It takes a quick eye to shoot the action moment, after all, such an opportunity is always fleeting.
Shooting Partial Close-ups
Appropriate local close-ups can enhance the presentation of the theme. And appropriate shooting angles will make the local close-ups more narrative and expressive.
People’s love and affection for cats are fully expressed through partial close-up of face-to-face cuddling.
Grab the Expression
For portrait photography, rich facial expressions can often breathe life into the photo. How to capture a good expression is often more important than good photography skills. You don’t need a high-speed shutter that can take several pictures in one second. You only need to pay attention to the changes of the other party’s expressions at any time when communicating and interacting with the subject, and have the ability to guide. Know clearly what the other party’s expressions and movements may change in the next second, and press the shutter precisely. The more you shoot, the experience will tell you when you have to press the shutter.
In the conversation, the humorous conversation guides the subject. I know the other person is about to laugh, so I wait with the camera and press the shutter at the right time. At this time, you must continue to talk to the subject and help the other person ignore the tension caused by the camera.
Clever Use of Reflection to shoot
Shooting with reflections and reflections can sometimes produce unexpected effects. This can increase the attractiveness and creativity of the photo, and has the meaning of the subject echo. Reflections can make a simple composition interesting, abstract, and create a sense of visual correspondence.
Capture the Cultural Atmosphere
The different cultural backgrounds of different countries are the visual feast that can most shock travelers when traveling. These unique cultural atmospheres will bring different colors and vitality to the photos. In addition to a variety of local costumes, photographers should pay attention to the movements of the characters and the messages they want to convey.