Color theory can be applied to all forms of visual art, including fashion and interior design. In this post, we’ll look at how it can be utilized in the realm of photography, dealing specifically with the complementary color scheme.
I’ve been shooting portraiture for a while now and there are a few things that I think are important to know, other than how to use your camera! Some of these tips may seem of little importance but, in my experience, addressing them has improved my portraits greatly.
I have often played with the color of my images to see how it changes the mood or adds visual interest. There are a few different ways to do this and I will go through one of the easier methods.
Continue reading Three Simple Steps to Change Your Background Color
This image nearly ended up in my trash-can; however, I kept on playing around with ideas in Photoshop. Looking at the flow of her hair, I wondered if I could make it look as though she was fading away. The method is surprising simple and doesn’t take that many steps!
It’s always frustrating when you have an idea but either don’t have a handy subject, are too shy to ask, or are just really impatient and want to try it ASAP! This is why self-portraiture is such a great option. Another good reason would be If you are interested in trying a few new techniques but aren’t confident with how it may turn out.
Continue reading Self-Portraits: How a Selfie Can Improve Your Portraits
Creating ethereal images is what I absolutely love, and sometimes this means changing the subject’s garments into something more surreal. Making an image look believable can be a challenge though, so If you are interested in the process that I use to composite dresses then keep on reading!
