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Shadow Play Portrait
Creative
Intermediate
Mysterious
Portfolio
Indoor
Solo
Harsh light through blinds or a window grate creating dramatic shadow lines across the face.
How to do this pose
- Stand or sit near a window with blinds
- Adjust blind angle until shadows fall on face
- Turn face slowly until the most dramatic pattern appears
- Keep completely still
Photography tips
Position the face so shadows fall across one eye and cheek. Shoot in black and white for maximum impact.
Expression
Serious and brooding. Let the shadows tell the story.
Camera angle
Tight close-up, 45° angle to the face.
Suggested props
- Venetian Blinds
Camera settings
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