Some samples of Portraits photographed today in Cheltenham. All taken using the Clam Shell Lighting setup.
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Cheltenham Portrait Photography
Friday Freebie #4 - Use shallow DOF for Portrait impact
The eyes are the most important feature of any head & shoulder portrait. By using a very shallow depth of field we can emphasise the eyes even more.
In the example below I have used a 50mm f/1.4 lens at f/1.8. Pre focus on the eyes to ensure they are pin sharp. Then recompose shot for...
Portrait - Love thy Hair
Another portrait shot of Gloucestershire Sammy. Having not cut his hair for some 15 years, he’s become quite attached to it
1950’s Portrait
April’s Studio Shoot at Cheltenham was a great success with Claire seen here, modelling 1950’s clothes.
This shot was taken using a large soft box to the left, approx 2 ft away from model, at body height.
In addition the shot was taken standing on a chair, giving a flattering angle to the end image.
Here are a...
1950’s Mono Portrait
Trying for that 1950’s feel shot to match the models outfit & makeup … apart from the stud
Grandma & Grandaughter
Sometimes you need to forget the Studio Lighting & the posed shots. Instead it’s good just to capture hte moment. Here we have my daughter playing with Grandma.
Katie S Portraits
Katie S visited from sunny Evesham, Worcestershire today, providing a fun Portrait session. Couple more from the Portrait session
Dog Portraits
Having a Boxer & a Minature Schnauzer, means I always have eager subjects to photograph …. well if I give them some food treats 1st anyway. Here is Sydney Schnauzer looking up towards a piece of cheese
& here are some more Dog portraits for your perusal
March Studio Shoot
Couple of shots from this months Studio Shoot