Soft light and large light ratio portrait photography skills

Soft light and large light ratio portrait photography skills are as follows:

1, using light to create a soft effect: In portrait photography, the role of light is very important. When soft light is used, the light will be softer, reduce shadows and contrast, and make people's skin look smoother. You can create a soft light effect by choosing a suitable light source, such as natural light or professional photographic lights.

2. Use a large light ratio to create a sense of layering: a large light ratio refers to a situation where the contrast between light and dark is strong in the picture. In portrait photography, we can use large light ratio to highlight people and create a sense of hierarchy. You can control the contrast between light and dark by adjusting the exposure, so that the characters and the background form a strong contrast, thus highlighting the image of the characters.

3. Use photography skills to improve portrait quality: In addition to the control of light and light ratio, you also need to master some photography skills to improve portrait quality. For example, a telephoto lens can be used to narrow the distance between people and the background, thus reducing background interference; You can also use a reflector or fill light to brighten the dark part of the character, so that the character has a more three-dimensional sense; You can also enhance the color and contrast through post-processing to make the photos more vivid.

Matters needing attention in portrait photography:

1. Pay attention to light: light is the soul of photography, especially portrait photography. Different light types and directions will have different effects on portraits. Generally speaking, natural light is the most natural way to shoot portraits, but attention should be paid to the direction and intensity of light to avoid strong direct sunlight, so as to avoid dazzling or dull spots on portraits. If there is insufficient light in the indoor or outdoor environment, you can use a fill light or flash to supplement the light, but pay attention to the softness and balance of the light.

2, pay attention to composition: composition is the key to photography, and it is equally important for portrait photography. Good composition can highlight the theme and make the picture more vivid and interesting. Attention should be paid to the position, angle and posture of the characters, as well as the selection and treatment of the background when composing a composition. Generally speaking, the composition rules such as trisection and golden section can be used as reference, but they should be used flexibly according to the specific situation.

3. Pay attention to the details: Portrait photography is not only shooting people's faces, but also shooting the posture, movements and expressions of the whole human body. Pay attention to the subtle changes of the characters when shooting, and capture their emotions and characteristics. At the same time, we should also pay attention to the details of the background, such as the color, pattern and lines of the background, which will have an impact on the picture.