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Memorable
portraits take careful planning. Clothing style and colors, background
harmony and careful selection of props all are important to a portraits
success. Here are some tips to think about when planning a portrait.
- Very simple garments
always photograph best.
- V necks and turtle
necks are flattering provided that neither is exagerated in
style.
- Long sleeves and
jeans or pants, instead of shorts and no sleeves are essential.
Elbows and knees never photograph well. If you wish to have
a summer look, short sleeves and light pants work well.
- If feet are showing
in the photograph, make sure the shoes and socks are in keeping
with the tones of the portrait. Many times childrens feet look
better when bare than with shoes.
- If you plan to cut
your hair it should be done about a week in advance. Giving
it time to grow in will make it look more natural. Avoid having
a new or different style than you normally have.
- Proper clothing
allows the face or faces to dominte the portrait. Avoid bold
colors or patterns in the clothing you choose. Lettering on
the front really draws your eye away from the face.
- Couples or groups
should wear tones that are similar. No one person should jump
out from the crowd. Light and dark tones together tend to cause
confusion. Colors do not have to be the same but should complement
each other
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