Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from rsansivero and more videos in the Portrait Photography category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Anyone can snap a blurry picture of a friend standing in front of a tourist attraction, but with just a little more effort, you can take great shots. To complete this How-To you will need: A camera A flash (optional) Step 1: Shoot level with subject Shoot level with your subject. Being too far above or below can make your shot impersonal and less interesting. Step 2: Avoid busy backgrounds Keep your subject away from complicated, detailed and distracting backgrounds, even those found naturally. Tip: Watch out for objects that could look like they’re connected to your subject, like a tree that appears to grow from their head! Step 3: Move in close Don’t be afraid to move in close. You’re looking for the most interesting angle, so consider whether you want to shoot a field of flowers, a single flower, or a tight shot of a single petal. Step 4: Shoot vertical Take some vertical shots. It’s natural to shoot horizontally, but that’s exactly why verticals can be so striking. Step 5: Lock focus on subject When using an auto-focus camera, lock the focus on your subject and then re-frame the shot however you want. That way, your …
