The style of clothing is very easy to start with. Most photogra-
phers, no matter how fashion-impaired they are, can tell the differ-
ence between casual clothing, business clothing, and elegant cloth-
ing. This clothing needs to be paired with a setting or scene that
reflects the same style.
Settings. The predominant lines and textures in a scene or back-
ground are what visually communicate its overall feeling, so be sure
to evaluate these carefully. Studying art theory will help you deter-
mine what feeling these lines and textures communicate.
In the studio, a background that has strong linear lines commu-
nicates a sense of structure and strength, while backgrounds that
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Sets with curved lines have a softer, more
artistic look that often suits a more formal
style of dress and pose.