Most beginners take photos to capture an event, or moment in time; a birthday party, a trip, a new family member, a cherished pet. These are usually considered “snapshotsâ€. What we all like about good snapshots is that they remind us of stories.
What about a portrait, which tends to be taken in neutral surroundings, thereby robbing us of the story aspect? See if you can answer the following seven questions the next time you want to “shoot†a portrait.