Fig. 6.7
Storytelling in a montage can tell the viewer a great
deal more than one image can show. An image
setting the scene along with detail shots create
greater interest.
Shot in Egypt, Hurghada with Nikon D2xs, lens
24–70 zoom.FRAMING
When capturing a portrait we are instantly framing the
subjectwithintheconfinesoftheimage.However,framing
can also be used as a graphic element within the image.
Doorways,archwaysandwindowscannaturallyframeand
contain a subject, giving a context and grounding the
portraittoalocation.Oftenanolddoorwaycanalsoadd
texture and interest.
Using framing techniques can help to pose the subject
withintheportrait;sittingorleaningthesitterwithinthe
framewillallowforamorecomfortablerelaxedposture,
and as such create a more informal portrait.
Framing partof the subjectin this way canadd to the
meaningandimpactoftheimage;byhighlightingjustthe
face,withtheuseofa frametheimagetakesonamore
graphic nature.
Choosing where to position the framed element of the
imagecanheightenthefeelingsthephotographeristrying
to evoke; for example if it is one of solitude the