Category Archives: LL6-Portrait Basics

This is a eye level photograph. The way this photo was taken gives the feeling of her being happy, because of her face expression. Also with the combination of the lighting, shadows and the white background, makes this portrait stand … Continue reading →

This photo of Ferdinand was taken with short lighting by placing the light on the side of the invisible ear, which create a light and dark composition and also making the portrait look more dramatic.

The photo I chose is a backlight photo. In a backlight photo the object you are shooting is creating more of a silhouette rather than a clear shot.

  The light reflecting off the glasses and his face works well together.

The lighting in this image is called backlight. Its where a night is placed behind the person, which creates a silhouette effect.