The position and structure of portrait photography. Where is the detailed introduction?

Portrait photography usually adopts the method of direct composition.

Only when more than one person is photographed, has a special background or has a special performance, will banners be used for composition. The reason for using a straight composition is very simple, because people are upright, and straight composition can make the subject's body absorbed into the picture in a larger proportion, which is more prominent and natural. Another thing to pay attention to in basic composition is to leave more space for the subject's line of sight and direction of action. Pay attention to whether the following two photos are all like this?

Subject proportion: the subject of portrait is of course "person". In order to highlight the theme, the proportion of characters in the picture should not be too small. And the smaller the proportion of the subject, the deeper the depth of field (depth of field is discussed in the next chapter), and the more difficult it is to highlight the subject. It is suggested that novices take more half-length or even larger photos when taking portraits, so that the subject is clear and the background is blurred, which is a better way to take pictures. If relatives and friends want photos, it should be enough.

Well-shaped composition method: first, let's assume that there are two bisectors on the long and short sides of the viewing window (as shown above), and these four lines just have four intersections. Well-shaped composition method is to put the main body at one of these four intersections. Usually when we take a portrait, the whole person is the subject. We can also find out the most theme among the themes and see which part of the theme you want to express, which is the most theme (usually the head). Putting the subject on these four intersections is commonly known as TIC-tac-toe composition. A good composition can make the picture harmonious and get rid of rigidity. This composition is good, but isn't it too rigorous? In fact, according to the author's shooting experience, as long as the person's head is not in the center of the picture, it is still relatively harmonious and acceptable.

A colleague said: "The composition method is a rigid thing. Why should it be followed? Will it not become a cliche?" That's right, but I think basic composition is just like building a house with a foundation. Of course, portrait shooting also needs a foundation, and basic composition is the basis of portrait shooting. Once the foundation is solid, it will develop upwards. Therefore, beginners should follow the law of composition. When they have a certain level of photography, they will naturally have new inspiration for composition. After reading this article, don't hesitate to pick up the camera and look for beautiful girls around you. Let's start the actual operation! Remember! "More shots" is the only way to progress!