On the location of shooting exquisite portraits

Lead: It is very important to take a portrait composition, and the corresponding position is also very important. Maybe you are only one position away from a good photo. Let's take a look at the location analysis of taking beautiful photos.

Generally speaking, the best time to take portraits is before 10 in the morning and between 3 pm and 5 pm. At this time, the outdoor light is naturally diffused, without strong light ratio, and the light is warm, meeting the needs of showing a soft and warm atmosphere. However, if we enter autumn, the irradiation time of ideal light will be shortened sharply during the day and will disappear by 3 pm, so we should arrange the shooting time period in advance according to the lighting characteristics of the season.

In the actual combat of this chapter, all the skills and ideas involved in the previous actual combat will be fully utilized, which is closer to a comprehensive process of daily shooting.

Aircraft position analysis

Shooting instructions

These are two backlights, and the specific shooting methods have been discussed in detail in the previous examples. Pay attention to the influence of different light angles and different light levels in the two works on the photo effect. Among them, the one on the right applies the halo of backlight to the boldest degree. Although the details of the characters' faces will be lost a little, the appeal of the picture will be greatly enhanced.

Portrait works are often taken smoothly because of composition, color, level and other reasons, and will not leave a deep impression on people. However, when there are strong conflict factors or touching plots in the picture, even if there are unsatisfactory places such as composition and level, it will still be more attractive than works that have passed all aspects.

Second, the reasonable treatment of scene light and shadow

According to the specific shooting environment, light and shadow will appear benign and destructive, but both situations will be transformed with the photographer's scheduling. In the light and shadow that is not suitable for shooting, the ideal effect can still be obtained through reasonable scheduling.

Aircraft position analysis

Shooting instructions

The light shines from the left side of the photo. If the model faces the sun with her back to the bronze tripod, a strong light spot will appear on her face. So let the model turn her face to the camera. In this way, the original direct light on the face becomes modeling light, which highlights the three-dimensional sense of the face. At the same time, because the face is brightened by light, it naturally becomes the focus of the picture. The heaviness of the bronze tripod contrasts with the petite girl.

Third, make full use of the environmental color structure.

Portrait shooting in the environment is different from shooting in a fixed background. We should fully explore the distinctive elements such as bright colors, beautiful lines and sharp contrast in the environment, and combine them with characters to shoot works full of personality.

Aircraft position analysis

Shooting instructions

This is a typical work using environmental colors. Light and shadow make mottled texture on the red door, which increases the interest of the picture. With the scarlet background, it highlights a dignified and quiet atmosphere. The arch shadow in the upper left corner of the picture is very important, which breaks the square pattern of the picture and forms the rhythm change of Fiona Fang. This picture can also enlarge the framing and make the arc more complete. When shooting similar scenes, you can try to shoot more works with different focal lengths, which will show different flavors with the expansion of the framing range.

Fourth, communicate, relax and let the emotions of the photos speak for themselves.

For portrait photographers, relaxing the subject is a very important ability. Beginners should consciously cultivate this ability. Too purposeful guidance will make it difficult for the subject to relax and learn to establish a relaxed and happy shooting atmosphere.

Aircraft position analysis

Shooting instructions

From this scene, we should be familiar with adjusting the shooting angle according to the different characteristics of the scene to obtain the best shooting effect. When we observe the scene of the shooting, we will find that Ginkgo biloba leaves with the best color are on the ground and trees, but when shooting at the head-up angle where ordinary people stand, the two most brightly colored areas are not obvious, only the black trunk enters the picture, so at this time we adopt the way of shooting upwards. In this way, the yellow crown of the high place entered the picture and became a golden background, setting off the girl's soft face.

There is nothing special about the composition of this work. The reason why she can impress people is that this girl is relaxed and natural. When shooting, she told the girl not to look at the camera in advance, to relax, let her immerse herself in her emotions and capture her relaxed and quiet moments. Although the composition is simple, the artistic conception of the picture has made the work have a reason to be established.

Fifth, capture the small details of the moment with characteristics.

The small details of the moment can infect people because they are unpredictable and cannot be copied, so interesting snapshots can greatly improve the score of the work.

Aircraft position analysis

Shooting instructions

Let the model's body lean against it, and it will be easier to get natural performance. Let her spread the scarf on the back of the chair, so that the picture is more decorative and the abrupt appearance of straight lines on the back of the chair is avoided. This photo is characterized by the girl's gesture of blocking her face. If it's just a comprehensive close-up of a girl's face, the picture will be straightforward. This gesture was made spontaneously by the girl during the filming, which made her stay for a while. The appearance of this little gesture adds playful and vivid emotions to the picture and brings a different visual experience to the audience.