Portrait photography: How to capture perfect portraits

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(Image credit: Jason Parnell-Brookes)

Portrait photography is a delicate balancing act. There are so many things to keep in mind and get right. On the technical side, you need to think about camera settings, choosing the correct lens and composing your shot, but you also need to communicate well with your subject to direct them and make them feel at ease. This article will offer some handy portrait photography tips to help you fine tune your skills.

Portrait photography: How to

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