Portraits and Self Portraits

Portraits...

Photo by monicutza80 on Flickr.

This tip with this picture was to have your subject looking at something outside of the picture. Whether it be at somebody else, or something, having them looking outside of the frame can add interest. 

Photo by a_vestergard on Flickr.

The tip with this picture was to dress your subject comfortably, but fit the mood you want to capture. So if you are looking for a more casual look, dress then in some jeans and a t-shirt. If you are looking for a more formal look, dress then up a little. 

Self Portraits... 

I am going to take inspiration from these two photos, because they have simple backgrounds, playing with lighting, and I like the sideways shot.

Photo by Darwin Bell

Photo by Ian Lott