Portraiture

How to Take More Emotional Portraits

By: Michelle Ecker on January 21 2020.

When it comes to professional quality portraiture, a key differentiator between good and great photographers is the ability for the artist to capture and portray emotions in the…
How to Shoot Portraits in Harsh Sunlight

By: Michelle Ecker on July 10 2019.

As a portrait photographer, it’s your responsibility to provide clients with the best possible outcomes, regardless of any external factors that might get in your way. Maybe a…
Avoid These Common Portraiture Mistakes

By: Michelle Ecker on March 1 2019.

If you're a portrait photographer, you should know that there are a handful of incredibly common mistakes made in this field- and they're usually really easy ones to avoid. If…
How to Work With Models

By: Michelle Ecker on September 18 2018.

The relatively solitude nature of photography is arguably one of the things that draws so many creatives to the field. For many, spending the day in nature taking wonderful photographs…
How to Plan a Lifestyle Shoot

By: Michelle Ecker on August 17 2018.

If you’re a portrait photographer, you will very likely find yourself booking family photo shoots from time to time. Especially if you’re a locally established artist with your own…
Stop Acting this Way Around Clients

By: Michelle Ecker on August 11 2018.

If you’re an aspiring photographer, there are several genres worth exploring as you determine the professional niche you’d most like to join. From landscapes and travel to portraiture and photojournalism,…
DIY Portraiture Gear

By: Michelle Ecker on May 3 2018.

When you’re new to photography, it’s helpful to explore different genres while you figure out the niche you enjoy the most. From nature and landscapes to portraits and weddings, there…
Taking a Perfect Self-Portrait

By: Michelle Ecker on September 19 2017.

Many portrait photographers spend so much time behind the lens capturing the character and beauty of others’ faces that they rarely stop and take the time to create an awesome…
How to Look More Photogenic

By: Michelle Ecker on November 13 2015.

It’s Photo Fact Friday at NYIP! Every Friday afternoon, tune in right here on our photography blog for a new piece of advice from NYIP’s photography mentors,…
Photo Fact Friday: Traveling in Groups

By: Michelle Ecker on September 18 2015.

It’s Photo Fact Friday at NYIP! Every Friday afternoon, tune in right here on our photography blog for a new piece of advice from NYIP’s photography mentors,…