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Portrait Photography Tutorials for Working with Light and Subjects

Do you know your way around your camera? Are you feeling comfortable with the basics and can take some pretty good photographs? Well then, congratulations you are now an intermediate photographer!

Here, you will find everything you need to be inspired and start creating better images.

intermediate photography student laying on the ground to get the shotTake your photography from beginner to intermediate with our guides including:

  • Tips for editing in Lightroom
  • Improving your images with focal points
  • How to overcome fear in photography
  • Using shadows in your images
  • How to take more interesting pictures
  • Examples, tips, and practice to improve your photographs

In this intermediate photography section, you will find everything you need to improve your photography and start taking more professional looking photographs.

Not only will I help you to overcome some of your photography fears, but I’m going to guide you through framing, building composition and how to choose the perfect time of day to photograph outdoors.

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How To Create Stunning Old-Style Hollywood Black-and-White Glamour Portraits

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: December 18, 2023

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In this article, you’ll learn how to create dramatic photos in the style of old Hollywood black-and-white glamour portraits – both low-key and high-key.

Full Portrait Edit With Luminar Neo in Just Six Easy Steps

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: December 14, 2023

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Learn how to edit a portrait in six simple steps using Luminar Neo. The process includes basic adjustments using the Develop Raw tool, utilizing portrait tools, adding color enhancement, applying a vignette, using the Glow tool, and erasing and cloning as needed. The before and after images show a significant improvement in the final result. This Luminar Neo tutorial offers an efficient method for portrait editing that can be accomplished quickly and easily.

5 Simple Posing Tips for Groups and Family Portraits

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: October 17, 2022

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In this article, you’ll learn five tips for posing people for group photos and family portraits.

12 Famous Portrait Photographers From History You Need to Know

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: May 15, 2023

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Sometimes, in order to move more confidently into your own future, you must delve into the past. So this list of 12 famous portrait photographers in history will help you get started on your journey. There is much to learn from these masters, you just have to look!

How to Create Professional Looking Baby Photos at Home

by Stacey Adams | Last Updated: October 17, 2022

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If you have a new bundle of joy in your household, here are some tips to help you out creating some amazing baby photos at home.

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