Capturing someone's essence is more about the interaction between you and your subject than the technical aspects of your camera. People’s expressions and body language reveal their comfort level, which will significantly impact your photos. Coming to you from Lotta Milde with , this insightful video emphasizes the importance of making your subject comfortable.
Milde shares that a significant part of portrait photography involves the photographer’s ability to connect with the subject. This is especially true with children, who are more transparent about their feelings. Earning their trust can lead to more open and natural expressions, enhancing your images.
Adults, while better at hiding discomfort, still reveal unease in subtle ways. Milde suggests that making yourself comfortable is equally important. Start your sessions with a warmup to ease both you and your subject into the shoot.
This can make the first few minutes less intimidating and help capture some of the most relaxed and genuine shots. Milde also touches on the psychology of compliments. While you might think praising your model will boost their confidence, it can sometimes make them more self-conscious.
Instead, direct your positive comments toward elements like the lighting or background. This shift in focus can make your subject feel more at ease and less scrutinized. Using prompts instead of poses is another effective technique.
Milde highlights how prompts can elicit natural reactions and expressions. Fo.
