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Colour saturation is how we can make our photos come to life with an added pop of vibrancy and rich tones. We can even control the saturation across separate colour channels, allowing us to select one or two colours to deliver impact in our shot. However, saturation can come at a cost. There’s a fine line between results looking natural and unnatural, something that beginners can find hard to navigate. Throw skin tones into the mix, and that line becomes even trickier. Learn More

Colour grading can make or break a portrait photograph. It dictates everything from how the image is perceived to the overall mood. Bright and punchy, dark and moody, all of it can be achieved with a high-quality colour grade. However, it’s a fine line to tread, with beginners often going overboard and creating distracting palettes or undermining the atmosphere they are aiming for. Learn More

You know the feeling. You’re standing in front of your model, the light is perfect, and suddenly, a cloud. Then the sun. Then another cloud. All within two minutes. Moments like that make you wish your camera could just think for you, especially when it comes to ISO. Learn More

When you think of portrait photography using natural light, golden hour probably comes to mind first, and for good reason. It casts a beautiful, warm glow that flatters your subject and makes everything look stunning. But golden hour isn’t the only time worth shooting. Throughout the day, different types of light can still offer excellent opportunities for natural light portraits. Learn More

Long exposure is one of the most creative ways to approach portrait photography. It adds that dreamy, artistic layer that instantly pulls people in. It’s also a great tool for telling stories or bringing motion into a still frame—something regular portraits don’t always manage. Learn More

One of the biggest challenges in portrait editing is hair. It often requires more attention than beginners realise, from flyaway strands that disrupt the image to colour and shine that need adjusting. Many photographers end up spending far too long trying to get it just right. Learn More

Here’s how to take self-portraits that don’t make you want to delete them five seconds later.Let’s be honest: taking self portraits often feels awkward. You set up your camera, hit the timer, and suddenly forget how to be a person. It’s like your hands don’t know where to go, and every smile looks fake. Learn More

Evoto has become a recognizable name in post-processing due to its AI tools. They allow users to perform basic and advanced photo editing tasks faster and easier. Some users find this program's pricing daunting Learn More

Working with seniors is one of those rare treats in portrait photography where a story within your image can write itself. The lines in your subjects’ faces, their outfit, and the wisdom that lies in their eyes all help create a narrative, and as a photographer, it is your job to capture that and bring it to life. Learn More