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09/05/2005 02:30:19 PM · #1 |
I really don't know the difference between a portrait and a snapshot - can anyone give me one of each and tell me why they're different?
Thanks,
Elizabeth |
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09/05/2005 02:33:40 PM · #2 |
Who says the two are exclusive?
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09/05/2005 02:39:39 PM · #3 |
"Snapshot" covers a huge territory; could be a landscape, a portrait, a macro, a floral, whatever. By definition a "portrait" is A likeness of a person, especially one showing the face, that is created by a painter or photographer, for example.
More colloquially, and I'm sure this is the gist of your question, in DPC "portrait" implies (to a lot of people) a certain degree of formality. These people would argue that a candid shot is not a portrait, most of the time. In any case, attention to composition, lighting, pose, and expression will put you safely in the "portrait" camp.
Robt.
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09/05/2005 02:49:47 PM · #4 |
Snapshot:
Portrait:
Same girl, same photographer.
Only difference 1 year DPChallenge ;) |
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09/05/2005 02:55:32 PM · #5 |
"snapshot" usually refers to the quality of a photo rather than it's content. Many photo's can have a "snapshot" look to them.
Philos31 pretty much nailed it. |
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09/05/2005 05:32:32 PM · #6 |
Yup, what Philos said below...
How to avoid "Snapshot" Portraits
1) Stay away from blowing subject out with On-Board camera flash. Use plenty of different lights but not on-board flash. If you have to use on-board put several layers of scotch tape or hold a pringle can lid (it works) over the on-board flash to diffuse it.
2) DOF - A sure fire way to make a snapshot is Focus throughout the shot (everything in focus). Have your model at least 5 ft (I like more) away from background (backdrop) I use a big arp and get as close as I can to blur background or objects in background.
3) Choose a decent background... Sheets and rugs are fine (especially I you follow 2 above) but if you don't blur the background we are going to pick up on every wrinkle and cat hair on it. Hit the fabric store remnants area you will find some really cool stuff for cheap there. I got a huge piece of black velvet for about 6 bucks.
Some of us don't have experienced models to work with so the way I do it is to shoot burst. I tell the person I'm shooting, they make that face that they believe to be a photo smile, I say got it and shot 2 or 3 more while they are relaxed (relaxing)...they will generally have that I'm glad thats over smile. I have taken pictures of a couple of female friends whose natural smile is quite plesant but when you they know you are taking a pic will contort their face and add unwanted wrinkles to the shot.
Just my thoughts
Message edited by author 2005-09-05 17:39:18.
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09/05/2005 08:01:42 PM · #7 |
| Thanks, I appreciate everyone's help! |
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09/05/2005 08:26:21 PM · #8 |
A snapshot is taken quickly, and without considering such things as light or composition.
A good portrait represents the person in such a way that you feel as though you know them better from viewing the shot/painting. The choice of whether to use a black or non-descript background, or place them in some real life context has no bearing on whether or not it is a portrait. It is a choice, personal taste. |
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