Selection of composition and framing in portrait photography

Lead: The close-range, close-range, middle-range and long-range composition in portrait photography all have their own performance feelings, which are suitable for different performance occasions. Now let's talk about the conditions for shooting the above situation, as well as the shooting points and shooting skills.

Close-up: commonly known as taking a big photo, when the model has a perfect and beautiful face or full of expression, this shooting method can be used. Close-range shooting is full of visual impact, just looking at it is not enough, there are not many complicated factors, and it is clear at a glance.

Note: be sure to keep your neck, otherwise it will give people an uncomfortable feeling of getting stuck in your neck. Don't point directly. Photographers can stand high and low to change their horizons, or they can tilt the camera directly and use diagonal composition. Don't make this picture look dull.

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Close shot: Most portraits are shot above the waist, similar to the composition of Mona Lisa's smile. Suitable for shooting quiet and still objects, this composition will more clearly depict the expression and emotions of the characters, bring the sense of distance closer, and give people the feeling that the model is in front of them.

Note: Unless you are absolutely sure or already an expert, I suggest that you don't leave too much space on the top of your head when shooting, so as not to cause visual sinking and make the picture look not full and complete.

Mid shot: Portrait works taken above the legs are called mid shot. Models of this kind of works are suitable for more free movements. Or the main characters blend into the background, and the picture is richer. Many people like to take travel photos of big scenes, and people often can't see them clearly. In fact, you can make the characters as close to the camera as possible after the scene selection, so that you can not only shoot wonderful scenery, but also shoot clear portraits of people, killing two birds with one stone.

Note: this kind of work requires the model to make a big gesture, otherwise the picture will be dull. When you join the scene, you should pay attention to avoid too many elements around you robbing the subject, and you can emphasize the subject by blurring the background.

Foresight: Generally, it is a big scene, which is suitable for people to shoot in combination with the scene. Mainly used for the expression of artistic conception. It is difficult to shoot and view. Generally, a relatively simple plane background is selected to highlight the subject.

Note: The same complicated background is difficult to grasp, and it can be integrated into appropriate plots or emotions. Make the picture interesting.