4 Lighting Secrets for Better Portraits

Creating successful portraits is a complex task that requires a lot of specialized knowledge and techniques, but just like any other genre of photography, having a complete mastery of lighting is near the top of the list of requirements. If you would like to improve your portraits, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you four lighting secrets that will put you on the right track. 

Coming to you from Justin Laurens, this awesome video tutorial will show you four lighting secrets for taking better portraits. What I really appreciated about this tutorial was the focus on using light in more creative ways and not just as the means for getting a technically correct and flattering exposure of your subject. Our brains are hard-wired to interpret different interplay of light and shadow, and you can instantly evoke different moods and ideas by taking advantage of this. And in an age of hyper-inundated social media, it is also a way to make your work stand out just a bit more. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Laurens.

If you would like to continue learning about how to light a portrait, be sure to check out "Illuminating The Face: Lighting for Headshots and Portraits With Peter Hurley!"