Great backgrounds can make or break your photo. When doing portraits, we can sometimes be so focused on the person, what they’re wearing and how they’re posing, that we don’t pay enough attention to the background. Furthermore, there are often situations where the background of your shot is simply out of your control. The background you choose for your portrait shoot can make or break an image. The right background can isolate your model, making them the hero of the shot or give valuable information to help tell the story you want to tell. Great backgrounds have the power to elevate your portrait to look high end and expensive. The wrong background choice can make your portrait look low end or tacky. In this episode, you’ll discover how to make any background work and the simple hacks you can use to ensure that your portrait backgrounds appear perfect.
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PHOTO 374: The final episode
PHOTO 373: How Luci Valentine learned off-camera flash in one week
PHOTO 372: Stepping out of your photography comfort zone and thriving with guest Kerri Setch
PHOTO 371: Five reasons your images look old fashioned or dated and how to fix them
PHOTO 370: Finding your niche with portrait photographer Brian Becnel
PHOTO 369: Pet photography with guest Jannene Meyer
PHOTO 368: It’s never too late to be what you might have been, with guest Karla Livney
PHOTO 367: Beyond the cliche: How to shoot family portraits that stand out from the pack
PHOTO 366: What is the best lens for portraits? Wide or long?
PHOTO 365: We are back! How to start a photography side hustle
PHOTO 364: The best advice from the masters of photography part two
PHOTO 363: The best advice from the masters of photography part one
PHOTO 362: A complete guide to landscape photography for beginners and intermediates with guest, Brenda Petrella
PHOTO 361: It’s never too late to start a photography business with guest Rebecca Martin
PHOTO 360: Fine art lifestyle, virtual and family photography with guest Anna Hornby
PHOTO 359: How to improve your photography anywhere in just 10 minutes a day with guest Danni Banchi
PHOTO 358: 5 pro tips for beginners and enthusiasts to take their photography to the next level
PHOTO 357: How to build a photography side hustle when you work full time.
PHOTO 356: Finding joy and fulfilment in photography with guest Pauline Klemm
PHOTO 355: The best ways to improve your photography skills
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