Portrait Definitions

Light Meter by Lisa K. Berton

Ouch! What happened to your feet? They got lobbed off in that photo. It’s a petty crime that happens without intent all the time, bad composition and/or cropping of people pictures. These are three easy-to-follow guidelines for taking portraits. Never again shall Uncle Fester’s likeness cry out in pain from missing the top half of his head.

Headshot – Typically, a photograph taken of someone’s face, head (or helmet) and shoulders. Sometimes extending down to the upper arms. Posing may include a bent elbow so as a hand can be placed alongside the face or under the chin.
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3/4 Length – Taken far enough back to include most of someone’s entire body. 3/4 length shots are normally cropped upper-thigh or just above the knees. These shots are never cut off at the…uh…opposite side of the tush.
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Full Body – A photo showing someone’s entire body from head to toe.
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No Power Ranger was hurt during this photoshoot that he didn’t know was taking place.

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