There are many different techniques for portrait photography. Often it is desirable to capture the subject's eyes and face in sharp focus while allowing other less important elements to be rendered in a soft focus.

As soon as photographic materials became fast enough for taking candid or surreptitious pictures, small cameras were made, some actually disguised as a book or handbag or pocket watch or even worn hidden behind an Ascot necktie with a tie pin that was the lens.

As soon as photographic materials became fast enough for taking candid or surreptitious pictures, small cameras were made, some actually disguised as a book or handbag or pocket watch or even worn hidden behind an Ascot necktie with a tie pin that was the lens.

As soon as photographic materials became fast enough for taking candid or surreptitious pictures, small cameras were made, some actually disguised as a book or handbag or pocket watch or even worn hidden behind an Ascot necktie with a tie pin that was the lens.

Portrait photography, or portraiture, is a type of photography aimed toward capturing the personality of a person or group of people by using effective lighting, backdrops, and poses. A portrait photograph may be artistic or clinical. Frequently, portraits are commissioned for special occasions, such as weddings, school events, or commercial purposes. Portraits can serve many purposes, ranging from usage on a personal website to display in the lobby of a business.