Portrait Photography Equipment
Camera Bodies
- • Sony A7 IV - Excellent eye autofocus
- • Canon EOS R6 - Great skin tones
- • Nikon Z6 II - Beautiful color science
Portrait Lenses
- • 85mm f/1.4 - Classic portrait focal length
- • 35mm f/1.4 - Environmental portraits
- • 70-200mm f/2.8 - Compression for headshots
Lighting Setup
- • Profoto B1X - Studio-quality portable flash
- • 5-in-1 Reflector - Natural light modification
- • Softboxes and beauty dish
Portrait Photography Guides
Posing Fundamentals
- 1. Create angles with arms and legs
- 2. Position hands naturally and elegantly
- 3. Guide facial expressions and eye direction
- 4. Use head tilts and body angles
- 5. Consider body type when posing
Lighting Patterns
- 1. Master Rembrandt lighting for drama
- 2. Use butterfly lighting for beauty shots
- 3. Implement split lighting for mood
- 4. Control light ratios for dimension
- 5. Work with natural window light
Communication Tips
- 1. Build rapport before shooting
- 2. Give clear, simple directions
- 3. Show examples of desired poses
- 4. Offer positive reinforcement
- 5. Keep the session flowing naturally
Retouching Guidelines
- 1. Maintain natural skin texture
- 2. Remove temporary blemishes only
- 3. Keep eye sparkle and catchlights
- 4. Enhance but don't transform
- 5. Consider the subject's preferences