Jeff Smith's Guide to Head and Shoulders Portrait Photography

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he background is an important portrait-making decision, because it makes
up a large portion of the image. Background selection also is part of the
unique style of each photographer.


Two Schools of Thought.


There tend to be two schools of thought when it comes to background selec-
tion. First, there is the minimalist approach, which is to use simple low-key and


4. Background Selection.


Plain backdrops create a classic look that
helps keep the focus on your subject. These
should be one of many background selec-
tions you offer your clients.
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