Portraits the most important aspect with any portrait shot is the light. This is what allows you to capture the scene in front of you, it dictates how the shot is going to look and what camera settings to use. By making the most of the light at this time of year, you’re sure to get some portraits to be proud of.
As well as the lighting, the colours that are present within the summer months are generally a lot brighter and more noticeable. Make the most of this and include them into your shots for interesting compositions.
Another huge advantage of the summer season is that you can carry on photographing right into the evening. The shortened days in winter months halt the shooting process of capturing outdoor portraits. However, during the summer it’s possible to take full advantage of the bright natural light in the daytime which transforms in to the warm, dusky tones of the evening.
Although the sunshine can make portraits appealing, it can also become your worst enemy with summer shooting. In this guide we show you how to taking control of the lighting you have
available can be easy and very effective, allowing you to capture some breathtaking summer portraits.
1. Settings - Set up for portraits
Take control of your camera and pick out the simple settings needed for summertime shots
Shooting in bright sunshine can help you to get great exposures with any camera. This can be more difficult than it first appears, but all you need to do is master some simple settings on your camera so you can use the lighting to your best advantage.
The specific settings you choose, such as white balance for example, can make drastic changes to the look of your shots when photographing in such bright and high-contrast conditions. As well as these settings, there are also a number of easy techniques that you can use to assist your summer-portrait photography. Read on as we show you the best tricks to use...
2. Lighting - Learn to use the light
Take control of the bright sunshine auailable to get great exposures and flattering shots
As with any photo project, lighting is key. However, when working with bright and intrusive sunlight, it can become a huge factor to consider when capturing your summer portraits.
There are lots of ways to use the sun to your advantage. Shooting with it behind the model, for example, can be effective when using fill-in flash. Using the sun in front of the model, on the other hand, can ensure their face is evenly lit.
It’s also possible to manipulate the light with useful tools like reflectors. These can help you to take control of the situation and ensure you get the best-possible photos.
3. Reflector - Enhance your portraits by bouncing the light back in
Manipulate the bright sunshine and bounce it towards your subject with a simple reflector
A reflector is a very simple photo tool that allows you to redirect or ‘bounce’ some light onto your subject. When used effectively, a reflector will be able to direct a huge amount of light at your model. This allows you to shoot with the sun behind them, increase the lighting in the shade, or remove any unwanted shadows on the face.
Try using a reflector with a golden material, which allows you to bounce light back with a warmer texture, for more of a summer feel. Alternatively, if you don’t have access to a reflector, you can use the DIY method of a sheet of card and some kitchen foil!
Use your portrait scene mode
The easiest way to get the best results is to switch your camera to portrait, or outdoor portrait mode. This will tell your camera to use a wide aperture (lowf-number), making the background blurry, while also boosting the colours to give your subject warmer, more flattering skin tones.
Zoom in close If you’re shooting alone,
and want to include more than just your subject’s face, you’ll likely be holding the reflector as well as the camera. It’s therefore a good idea to use your camera’s zoom to get in closer to the subject. This ensures you remove the likelihood of including the edges of the reflector in the frame.
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Focus on the face.
Most cameras will be able to recognise the subject and use face detection to focus on the model, leaving you free to simply take the shot. However, if you are able to select your focus point, ensure it is set firmly on your subject’s face. If you can, try and get the focus perfectly on their eyes - this will give you the most effective shot.
Bounce the light.
Using the reflector, simply angle it so that it is facing the sunlight, and then adjust the positioning until the light is bouncing towards the model. Try to concentrate the brightest part of the light onto their face. If this is too overpowering you may need to move the reflector further away from the subject, or direct it elsewhere in the frame.
4. Composition
How to compose portraits for more a flattering look
Consider your framing, use interesting compositions and experiment with different poses for great shots
Shooting great summer portraits isn’t always as easy as simply getting outside and snapping away. It’s important to think about how you frame your shot, to ensure that you get the image that you want.
Composition needs to be considered with every shot you take, and portraits are no different. Using leading lines to take the eyes towards the subject, or simply placing them in the correct part of the frame will make all the difference for a pleasing portrait shot.
As well as your composition, don’t be afraid to take control of your model. Try changing their position and encourage them to pose, to ensure you get the most interesting and flattering capture.
5. Editing
Use simple editing steps to boost your portrait photographs with any image-editing program
When shooting in less-than-ideal conditions, its possible you may need to edit your photos to ensure you get the best results.
Shooting in the bright daylight can play havoc with your exposure and white balance, and even the best cameras can struggle. When you’re out and about shooting in the bright sunshine it’s also fairly difficult to spot these problems in-camera.
Applying some simple editing steps can really help you to get the most out of your captures. Here are a few handy tips for some great summer-portrait tweaks.
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As well as the lighting, the colours that are present within the summer months are generally a lot brighter and more noticeable. Make the most of this and include them into your shots for interesting compositions.
Another huge advantage of the summer season is that you can carry on photographing right into the evening. The shortened days in winter months halt the shooting process of capturing outdoor portraits. However, during the summer it’s possible to take full advantage of the bright natural light in the daytime which transforms in to the warm, dusky tones of the evening.
Although the sunshine can make portraits appealing, it can also become your worst enemy with summer shooting. In this guide we show you how to taking control of the lighting you have
available can be easy and very effective, allowing you to capture some breathtaking summer portraits.
1. Settings - Set up for portraits
Take control of your camera and pick out the simple settings needed for summertime shots
Shooting in bright sunshine can help you to get great exposures with any camera. This can be more difficult than it first appears, but all you need to do is master some simple settings on your camera so you can use the lighting to your best advantage.The specific settings you choose, such as white balance for example, can make drastic changes to the look of your shots when photographing in such bright and high-contrast conditions. As well as these settings, there are also a number of easy techniques that you can use to assist your summer-portrait photography. Read on as we show you the best tricks to use...
2. Lighting - Learn to use the light
Take control of the bright sunshine auailable to get great exposures and flattering shots
As with any photo project, lighting is key. However, when working with bright and intrusive sunlight, it can become a huge factor to consider when capturing your summer portraits.
There are lots of ways to use the sun to your advantage. Shooting with it behind the model, for example, can be effective when using fill-in flash. Using the sun in front of the model, on the other hand, can ensure their face is evenly lit.
It’s also possible to manipulate the light with useful tools like reflectors. These can help you to take control of the situation and ensure you get the best-possible photos.
3. Reflector - Enhance your portraits by bouncing the light back in
Manipulate the bright sunshine and bounce it towards your subject with a simple reflector
A reflector is a very simple photo tool that allows you to redirect or ‘bounce’ some light onto your subject. When used effectively, a reflector will be able to direct a huge amount of light at your model. This allows you to shoot with the sun behind them, increase the lighting in the shade, or remove any unwanted shadows on the face.
Try using a reflector with a golden material, which allows you to bounce light back with a warmer texture, for more of a summer feel. Alternatively, if you don’t have access to a reflector, you can use the DIY method of a sheet of card and some kitchen foil!
Use your portrait scene mode
The easiest way to get the best results is to switch your camera to portrait, or outdoor portrait mode. This will tell your camera to use a wide aperture (lowf-number), making the background blurry, while also boosting the colours to give your subject warmer, more flattering skin tones.
Zoom in close If you’re shooting alone,
and want to include more than just your subject’s face, you’ll likely be holding the reflector as well as the camera. It’s therefore a good idea to use your camera’s zoom to get in closer to the subject. This ensures you remove the likelihood of including the edges of the reflector in the frame.
-->
Focus on the face.
Most cameras will be able to recognise the subject and use face detection to focus on the model, leaving you free to simply take the shot. However, if you are able to select your focus point, ensure it is set firmly on your subject’s face. If you can, try and get the focus perfectly on their eyes - this will give you the most effective shot.
Bounce the light.
Using the reflector, simply angle it so that it is facing the sunlight, and then adjust the positioning until the light is bouncing towards the model. Try to concentrate the brightest part of the light onto their face. If this is too overpowering you may need to move the reflector further away from the subject, or direct it elsewhere in the frame.
4. Composition
How to compose portraits for more a flattering look
Consider your framing, use interesting compositions and experiment with different poses for great shots
Shooting great summer portraits isn’t always as easy as simply getting outside and snapping away. It’s important to think about how you frame your shot, to ensure that you get the image that you want.
Composition needs to be considered with every shot you take, and portraits are no different. Using leading lines to take the eyes towards the subject, or simply placing them in the correct part of the frame will make all the difference for a pleasing portrait shot.
As well as your composition, don’t be afraid to take control of your model. Try changing their position and encourage them to pose, to ensure you get the most interesting and flattering capture.
5. Editing
Use simple editing steps to boost your portrait photographs with any image-editing program
When shooting in less-than-ideal conditions, its possible you may need to edit your photos to ensure you get the best results.
Shooting in the bright daylight can play havoc with your exposure and white balance, and even the best cameras can struggle. When you’re out and about shooting in the bright sunshine it’s also fairly difficult to spot these problems in-camera.
Applying some simple editing steps can really help you to get the most out of your captures. Here are a few handy tips for some great summer-portrait tweaks.
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