Photography tips

1. PORTRAIT
PHOTOGRAPHY
Humans of AISJ

2. Composition
 Show a bit of the setting to
tell your story.
 Use lines to lead the eye to
your subject.
 Try full body shots as well as
close-ups; horizontal and
vertical.

3. Capture an Emotion
Think about:
 body stance
 facial expression
 hand gesture

4. The Face
The eyes can be looking at
the camera…
…or looking away.

5. Move in close for detail

6. Think about props…

7. …and what’s happening in the background.

8. Try to avoid these common mistakes:

9. Most of all, remember to
• take lots and lots of photos
• be relaxed
• have some fun!