Course Catalog

Portrait Photography

Beyond the basic expressions of everyday poses, quality portraits capture the soul. In this class you will learn how to create a portrait that will wow the viewer. We'll begin with a review of basic rules of composition that allow photographers to consistently take a compelling picture of a family member, friend, stranger, or pet. You'll practice following the rules and then you'll practice breaking them in order to experiment with expression, character, and personality. You'll learn about perspective and how to alter it, how to capture an eye and then to capture eye contact, about using natural and constant lights as well as how to work with shadows for compositional effect, and about creating new distances and comfort zones. Please bring your camera to all sessions. A $6 materials fee is included in the course fee.

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