Many photographers will consider their Depth of Field when shooting a portrait, but how about the colors of the background versus the subject’s clothing and face?

Chuck Gardner shows you how to choose backgrounds and clothing that will lead the eye of the viewer to the face.

Check out his excellent tutorial: Backgrounds and Clothing for Portraits.

While you’re there, don’t miss his excellent beginner’s guide to studio lighting. He uses diagrams and example photos aplenty to teach you the lighting lessons you need to flatter anyone’s face in your next portrait.

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