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If you want to take good-looking portrait photos, photography skills are essential.
Just like the same model shot in the same scene...the photos taken by some people look very eye-catching; the photos taken by some people look like passers-by.
is because "who knows how to take photos" knows how to use photography skills to add points to photos.
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How to create a high-end sense of portrait photography and take visually pleasing photos?
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1. The contrast between light and dark creates a three-dimensional sense
The scenery and people we take are all three-dimensional; however, the photos we take are very flat.
That’s why we need to use a large aperture to shoot with a blurred background effect, so that the photographic subject and the photographic background are in two focal planes. It seems that the photographic subject seems to be "suspended" above the background, giving the photo a more sense of space;
background blurring has the advantage of not only increasing the spatial distance between the subject and the background; it can also make the photographic background more vivid. Simplicity; thus, the photographic subject will stand out more.
Why are the photos taken by some people called "passerby photos" by others? It's because the background is not blurred, and the messy things in the background are as clear as the characters.
If you want to create a high-end look in portrait photography, the first step is to use background blur to get rid of "passerby photos".
The second step is to use light and dark contrast to create a three-dimensional sense of the portrait model.
Photography is about playing with light - have you all heard this sentence? But how to play with light in photography? There doesn't seem to be a unified standard.
In fact, photography uses changes in light to create a three-dimensional effect - the greater the contrast between light and dark, the stronger the three-dimensional effect; the smaller the contrast between light and dark, the less obvious the three-dimensional effect.
For example, when we shoot portraits, the three-dimensional sense of the model's face is mainly reflected in: the contrast between the highlight of the bridge of the nose and the shadows on both sides of the nose, the contrast of the highlight of the eye sockets and the shadow of the eye sockets; if the side light is used to shoot, the contrast between the cheekbones, forehead, There may also be a contrast between light and dark on the chin.
If you want to photograph a person with the effect of "high bridge of nose", then you must increase the shadows on both sides of the nose; if you want to make a person more three-dimensional, then you must photograph so that the body shape can be sculpted Contoured shadow.
Many middle-aged and elderly ladies like to wear polka-dot or floral clothes to take pictures, but the effect of the photos is "one piece" and has no three-dimensional effect - this is because polka-dot and floral clothes can easily remove the highlights. and shadows "hide".
has no highlights or shadows. The photo looks flat. How can it have a three-dimensional effect?
Therefore, when taking pictures of middle-aged and elderly aunties, it is best to wear monochromatic clothes - monochromatic clothes are easier to photograph with shadows and highlights. With the contrast between light and dark, the three-dimensional effect will be stronger.
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Pay attention to the model's face - there are shadows on the nose and highlights on the bridge of the nose; there are shadows on the cheeks and highlights on the cheeks.
Through the contrast of highlights and shadows, the three-dimensional effect of the model's face is created.
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The same is true for shooting bust and full body portraits. The shadows are the folds on the clothes - why does the photo in Figure 3 have a strong three-dimensional effect? Because there are very obvious highlights and shadows. The pleats in the garment defined the model's figure.
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However, if the model is photographed wearing floral or polka-dot clothes, the highlights and shadows are hidden in the color of the clothes; even if there are wrinkles, it is difficult to find them!
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2. Color can affect visual perception
Color psychology is a very important subject.Using the psychological implications of different colors can affect the visual effect of the photo.
In portrait photography, the most common use of color is "What color clothes are more photogenic for the model?"
The color of the model's clothes should match the skin color of the model, the color of the shooting environment, and the color of the shooting environment. The model's age and temperament match.
For example, light pink is often called "girly pink" and is not suitable for middle-aged and elderly aunts.
Many middle-aged and elderly aunts choose red skirts when taking photos. Because red "lifts energy", it looks like a ball of flame, enchanting and warm.
The psychological suggestion red brings to people is a feeling of enthusiasm, unrestrained, and festive. Moreover, red is also the color with the longest wavelength among all colors.
The longer the wavelength, the farther it travels. So red is also the most eye-catching color among all colors.
However, red is not a color suitable for everyone. For example, some people have yellowish skin, and wearing red clothes will make their skin look even more yellow.
So don’t blindly follow the trend - you should wear what others wear, what if the color chosen by others does not suit you?
If you don’t know what color suits you, then choose a quiet and quiet blue.
Blue will give people a calm and calm feeling, neither standing out nor at the bottom, and is relatively peaceful. Why has "denim blue" become a classic color? Just because it’s suitable for all ages and skin tones.
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Red is hot and eye-catching. Models with fair complexion wearing red clothes can achieve a very eye-catching effect.
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The white color is pure and elegant. If you want to shoot like a fairy sister, just wear a white dress and appear in the photo!
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Blue is calm and quiet, and is a color suitable for everyone.
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3. Smooth lines and orderly arrangement
For good-looking photos, the lines must be smooth and orderly.
In other words, the model's convex posture actually emphasizes the "line sense" of the body - straight lines can show the strength of men, and curves can reflect the softness of women.
A 90-degree right angle can create a strong visual impact. If used to shoot buildings, it can show great tension; but if applied to portrait photography, the "90-degree right angle" will be counterproductive.
Especially the elbows and knees - these two important joints. If bent at a right angle, the joints will appear abrupt and steal the spotlight. Therefore, experienced photographers will avoid "joint right angles" when guiding models to pose - the angle of arm bending should be controlled at about 45 degrees, so that it will not look stiff and awkward.
In vernacular terms,
If you are photographing men, the posing should feel "tougher". Stand straighter, upright, tighten your body, and shoot more straight lines and less curves;
If you are photographing women, The posing feels more "soft", with the arms and legs slightly bent, and more curves and less straight lines. Avoid harsh lines.
Whether you are shooting a male or female model, remember to keep the body lines smooth, avoid joints at right angles, and don't move too stiffly.
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Regardless of whether you are shooting sitting or standing, do not stretch your arms too straight.
uses the curves of the arms and legs to express the softness of women.
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Avoid right angles to the joints. When the angle of the model's arms is close to 45 degrees, it can show a beautiful curvature.
3 ways to create a high-end look in portrait photography
1. Use contrast between light and dark to create a three-dimensional effect - it is best to wear monochromatic clothes to show off folds, shadows and highlights.
2. Use color to influence the visual sense - red is the most eye-catching, blue is very quiet, white is very elegant, and pink is very girly.
3. Lines are arranged smoothly and regularly - when photographing men, use straight lines, and when photographing women, use curves, and avoid right angles to joints.
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