1. Module 9 Review Photographing People

2. Important Points Lighting is the most important aspect of taking pictures of people. Best time to take pictures outside is early evening Cloudy weather can make colors deeper and more vibrant Midday light tends to wash out colors in the photograph, making them duller and lighter

3. Types of Lighting What is Side-lighting? –When the light source comes from the side of the subject –Used most for portraits What is Backlighting? –When the light comes from behind the subject subject –Used to create silhouettes What is Front lighting? –When the sun is in front of the subject

4. Test Your Knowledge! What is the most important aspect when taking pictures of people? –A. the subject –B. lighting –C. placement –D. camera setting

5. Test Your Knowledge! Which lighting technique is used to create silhouettes? –A. back lighting –B. front lighting –C. side lighting –D. sunlight

6. Portraits Usually photograph head and shoulders To get a good portrait shot you would… –Keep it simple –Zoom in –Don’t look right at the camera –Don’t say cheese –Avoid using flash Creates red eye Posed Portraits –The photographer can have greater control over the composition Candid Portraits –They tend to look more natural –Can create a more natural portrait than a posed photograph Posed Candid

7. Self Portraits What are some challenges? –You can't see the photograph before you take it –You can get your arm in the picture How can you get a reflection? –Mirror –Metal spoon –Puddle of water Can help you learn about positioning people in a photograph Should show something about you, but they don't have to show your face Use a self timer to help take a hands-free shot

8. Test Your Knowledge! What can you use to create a reflection for a self-portrait? –A. Mirror –B. Metal spoon –C. Puddle of water –D. All of the above

9. Test Your Knowledge! This type of picture gives the photographer more control? –A. self-portrait –B. portrait –C. candid –D. posed