There are dozens, perhaps even hundreds of portrait photography tips. With so many things to learn and keep in mind when you're starting out in portrait photography, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. With that in mind, I've created a list of four things you need to know as a beginner. Let's...

Belly Beautiful by Karen Marie If you've got a newborn at home and want to take professional-looking photos yourself, there's a few things you can do to improve the quality of the images you take. From paying attention to lighting, considering what your baby is wearing, and choosing pleasing...

Smarita Vinnakota Photography What makes a portrait beautiful? That's both an easy and a hard question to answer... On the one hand, there are certain features in a portrait that enhance the viewing experience, making it pleasing to view. That includes the composition, the framing, the lighting,...

Holly Heinz Photography When it comes to creating an eye-catching maternity portrait - or any portrait, for that matter - it's often the little details that turn a good photo into a great one. That is, you can have a gorgeous model that's perfectly posed, great lighting, and an excellent...

When you see portraits like the one above, it's hard not to be impressed. Well, that's because it was taken by a professional with tons of skills and knowledge. The professional model helps, too. But what if you're an amateur photographer with non-model friends as your subjects. How do you make...

Amber Fite When it comes to portraits, it can be hard to source unique photography ideas that help make the photos you take stand out. That's where this article comes in... Whether it's the use of props or colors, lines or framing, these simple, yet effective portrait photography tips will make...

Portrait Backdrops If you're a portrait photographer, you know that you can't always take your clients outside for their photoshoot. The weather might be bad, the lighting might be poor, or your clients might just want a nice, relaxed studio session. That means you need to be prepared by...

Cherish This As we all know, the best natural light of the day occurs during Golden Hour. The warm, golden tones of the light are nice and soft, illuminating the subject with beautiful light that has great depth, but without harsh shadows. Another great time to take an outdoor portrait is on a...