Shadow portraits

Every person has a shadow side—a part of themselves hidden from the world, often kept in the dark corners of their mind. As a photographer, I find these shadows the most fascinating. It’s in these unguarded moments, these raw and unpolished emotions, that true beauty lies. Through my lens, I strive to capture the depth and complexity of the human soul, revealing the stories that our shadows tell. What does your shadow side look like?

Woman Portrait | Light and Shadow | Black and White Photography

Portrait Photography Split Lighting This is a good example of side light because the right side of the subject’s face can be clearly seen, creating a shadow on the left side. Its’s also a good example because it makes the picture more dramatic.

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Here's a 5-minute video by photographer Bill Lawson that shares 7 different DIY gobos (go-betweens) that you can use to introduce creative shadows to your

person emerging looking at viewer from shadows

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Follow these DIY photography lighting ideas and tricks to create a proper lighting setup at home with little expenses.