Portrait photography is a lot of fun, but mastering lighting, posing, gear choices, and more can seem difficult (even impossible!).
Fortunately, over the course of 2022, we published dozens of comprehensive portrait tutorials. Below, we share our absolute best articles, which are guaranteed to jumpstart your portrait imagery as we head into the new year!
1. 6 Portrait Lighting Patterns Every Photographer Should Know
2. Couple Poses: 21 Posing Ideas for Beautiful Couples Photography
3. 15 Portrait Photography Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)
4. 7 Easy Tips for Amazing People Photography
5. Reflector Photography: How to Use a Reflector for Stunning Portraits
6. Golden Hour Photography: A Complete Guide (+10 Tips)
7. Headshot Posing Guide: 5 Simple Poses to Get You Started
8. Continuous Lighting in Photography: Your Ultimate Guide
9. Clamshell Lighting: An Amazing Two-Light Setup, Explained
10. Fill Light Photography: Your Essential Guide
11. Portrait Photography Equipment: 7 Items You Need to Get Started
The top portrait photography tips in 2022: final words
I hope that you found at least a few of these articles useful and that you’re now ready to enjoy plenty of portrait photoshoots in 2023.
Just remember to focus on the fundamentals – lighting, posing, composition, and camera settings – and you’ll do just fine!
Now over to you:
Which of these portrait photography posts are your favorites? Share your thoughts in the comments below!