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Best Weather for Outdoor Portraits

Posted on February 19, 2012 by Malinda Hartong in One to One Photography Lessons, Portrait Photography Tips

Weather Tips for Great Photos Clouds are awesome for photography! Cloudy days filter the sunlight, softening contrast & shadows, allowing for richness in small details. Clouds even out colors, which can then be adjusted in photoshop or photoshop elements. Cloudy days are great for wildlife and walks in the woods. This weather is perfect for [...]

Portrait Tip – Highlight Eyes

Posted on February 18, 2012 by Malinda Hartong in Portrait Photography Tips

Isn’t it a challenge to decide what to wear for portraits? Here’s a great tip when it comes to choosing colors for accents & tops. I always suggest folks wear something that matches their eye color. For this business woman, the radiant blue of her silk top enhances her blue eyes wonderfully!