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Riette Jonker posted in the group Portrait Photography
The Comrades Runner
I have taken these photos of a friend whose life revolves around running.
The shoot was early morning and the light of in some of the photos are just gorgeous.
Canon EOS 400D DIGITAL![Profile Photo]()
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Jacques van der Westhuizen posted in the group Portrait Photography
Studio portrait I took at the end of 2022. Can it be called split lighting? Used colour grading in post processing to tint the shadows a little blue.
Model: Sulize Alberts (2021 – Miss Teen South Africa, 2nd Princess)
Godox AD200 as main light. Hair light – Godox V860.
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Danie Bester posted in the group Portrait Photography
Amanda in Autumn, 2022
ISO 400, 1/4000 sec at f/1.8 on a Canon EOS-R with a 50mm lens.Photographed my beautiful wife during an early autumn photography class. We dodged the rain, and the late afternoon sun briefly lit the scene. I edited the shot in Lightroom, using a Kodachrome preset for a vintage look and cloned in extra leaves and…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Portrait Photography
DPC’s one-day Posing Course incorporates the renowned Roberto Valenzuela’s Posing system, a method we highly recommend alongside his book, “Picture Perfect Posing.” While we gear up for next year’s course dates, here’s a tutorial to tide you over!
#RobertoValenzuela #PortraitPhotography #PortraitPosing #DPCPosi…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Portrait Photography
We're compiling a tutorial on the best lenses for portrait photography and would appreciate your input, especially if you're a seasoned portrait photographer. --- If you had to choose, which lens would be your staple for portraits? We're focusing on the classic Prime and Zoom options that are most commonly used for portraiture. Cast your vote and please elaborate on your selection in the comments below.
What's your indispensable portrait lens? You can select up to two lenses if you're torn between favourites, but please limit your choice to two. After voting, please give us more context about your choice in the comments below!![Profile Photo]()
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For the prime, I have to go with the 50mm. I am not a seasoned photographer, but the affordable nifty-fifty has served me well, and I have been able to catch a couple of good images with it. The 1.8 50s, including those for the mirrorless, are affordable, sharp (in my opinion) lenses. Getting into photography, this is a great lens. I have,…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Portrait Photography
Brian Smith on Portrait Psycology.
Brian delves into the most crucial element of portrait photography, which surprisingly isn’t about gear or settings. Instead, it’s the significance of establishing a rapport with your subjects, aptly described as ‘portrait psychology’.![Profile Photo]()
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Vincent vW posted in the group Portrait Photography
Belinda M, a girl with ink
Shot in Studio 012 October 2023
Fujifilm X-S10 / ISO 200 – F8 – 1/125 sec
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This is a very simple, yet effective portrait, complemented by the fitting directional lighting that suits your subject well. I hope you captured a series of varied expressions. What light shaper did you employ for your key light? Next time, do remember to include more details about your lighting setup.
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John Griffin posted in the group Portrait Photography
“The Watcher” (Revised Crop)
Canon 5DMk4, Tamron 24-70mm, 1/200 sec at f8.0, ISO 200,
Flash: Main – Godox AD600BM camera left, Fill – Godox TT685 speedlight camera right. Initial sharpening in DXO Pure Raw, basic edit in Lightroom, into Photoshop for background extension and back to Lightroom for final edit.
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This monochrome photo is so powerful. You’ve really captured the essence of the subject and conveyed it beautifully.
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Thank you so much!
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John Griffin posted in the group Portrait Photography
Title: ‘The Girl with Pearls’
Camera: Canon 5dMk4
Lens: Tamron 70 – 200mm
Details: 1/200 sec at f8.0, ISO 250
Flash: Main – Godox AD600BM camera left, Fill – Godox TT685 speedlight camera right.
Originally shot for colour, magenta on one side of the face with a blue fill light, I felt it could also work as a dramatic black and white.![]()
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Without delving into a comprehensive photo critique focusing on expression and skin retouching…
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I’d like to offer a tip: Your subject’s pupils appear rather large, making the irises look too small. Next time, ensure you use a strong modeling lamp on your key light, or position a small LED light on a stand next to you. This will help dilate…Read More-
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Really useful tip. Thanks Danie. Regarding skin etc. I was going for a harsh dramatic feel but I think I over cooked the harshness of the lighting leading to all sorts of problems in post loosing mid tones.
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For a prime lens, my favourite is the 85mm f/1.4. I don’t own one but often find myself borrowing it. It’s an exceptional lens for portraits, although the Canon version is quite pricey. I’m considering the Canon RF 85mm F2 MACRO IS STM as an alternative. Its 1:2 macro feature makes it versatile, good for portraits, and ideal for product…Read More