Portrait Photography

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A close-up of a person cupping their neck, wearing earrings and multiple rings, set against a soft, blurred white background
The perfect lens for your portrait photography: Why focal length matters

By Kim Bunermann Published

HOW TO Discover how these focal lengths can transform your portrait photography – and how each one shapes the way your subject is seen

HOW TO
Sample images taken with the PolarPro CineGold
I’m a soft-spoken introvert. The camera gave me the courage to speak up

By Hillary K. Grigonis Published

OPINION I'm still an introvert, but photography has given me a voice

OPINION
Portrait photograph of a woman taken by Ariane Sherine and edited with so-called glamour effects
Photographers are wrong – it IS okay to use AI 'glamor effects' in this day and age

By Ariane Sherine Published

Opinion Facetune? Faceapp? Photographers might look down on AI glamour effects… but they can deliver better images, happier clients and more money faster

Opinion
Close-up studio portrait of model against a white background by James Paterson
I'm a photography expert and here's how I use just one flash for studio-perfect portraits

By James Paterson Published

I'm here to prove that you don't need a huge studio full of kit to capture stunning studio portraits. In fact, you can do it with just one light!

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Portrait photo by Ariane Sherine
These are the five worst things you can say to a photographer

By Ariane Sherine Published

Opinion Number one of this list is easily the most aggravating thing you can say to a photographer – do you agree?

Opinion
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These photographs show how portrait photography has the power to connect us

By Kalum Carter Published

News AAP issue 48 showcases incredible portrait photography from around the world

News
A woman in a black turtleneck and large circular earrings poses against a dark background, exuding elegance and confidence
This stunning photo was shot with "one of the finest Nikon Z lenses that we've seen to date"

By Kim Bunermann Published

WHY SHOTS WORK This pro photographer creates high-end beauty shots, using the Nikon Z9 and Nikkor 105mm prime to meet rigorous industry standards

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WHY SHOTS WORK
Short video clip showing front of lens engulfed in flames as photographer captures photo
Photographer sets his camera lens on fire to shoot a sports portrait – and the results are 🔥

By Mike Harris Published

News This photographer plays with fire and ends up with an outstanding portrait – just don’t try this at home, folks!

News
A vibrant celebration scene shows women and children in colorful traditional attire amidst ornate decorations, flowers, and a cake
"Not everyone will be receptive to your camera… For every 'no', there will be a 'yes' waiting to be found" says People Photographer of the Year

By Kim Bunermann Published

Features Maryam Firuzi traveled over 30,000 miles with her Fujifilm GFX to capture her award-winning project. Here's her advice and the gear she used to document diverse cultures

Features
Chris Buck nearly missed getting this photo of former senator and Democratic presidential nominee George McGovern. Luckily, Buck asked a question.
A senator in his Speedos: The photo op that almost didn't happen (and what we photographers can learn)

By Terry Sullivan Published

INTERVIEW The secret to unforgettable portrait photos? Celebrity photographer Chris Buck says "Just Ask"

INTERVIEW
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